Renew Digital is proud to offer a wide variety of certified pre-owned Planmeca 2D and 3D dental X-ray machines. From a CBCT perspective, we typically have a variety of used Planmeca ProMax 3D Classic and Planmeca ProMax 3D Mid cone beam models in available inventory at any given time. Both of these machines are excellent options from a brand that has a long history of delivering high-quality, reliable X-ray equipment to dentists and dental specialists alike. But, if you’re trying to decide if a Planmeca 3D system is right for you and which model is a better fit, we hope to answer your questions below.
Why Choose a Planmeca ProMax 3D CBCT Machine?
First, let’s start with a review of Planmeca cone beam systems. Planmeca, with over 50 years of experience in the dental industry, is a premium brand synonymous with quality, dependability, and ease of use. All Planmeca ProMax 3D models have been designed to deliver high-quality 2D and 3D images by providing features to assist with proper patient positioning, reduce image noise and artifacts, and provide advanced imaging algorithms and technology to minimize patient dose. In addition, the included Romexis 3D imaging software helps streamline image capture, diagnoses, and patient treatment planning.
Planmeca ProMax 3D systems capture cone beam images in a variety of field of view (FOV) sizes to accommodate a wide range of applications, including general dentistry, endodontics, implant placement, oral surgery, orthodontics, dental sleep medicine and many more. Regardless of your specialty, Planmeca ProMax CBCT systems can help you achieve your desired treatment goals, both now and in the future.
What They Have in Common
When comparing the Planmeca ProMax 3D Classic and ProMax 3D Mid CBCT machines, let's first take a look at what they have in common. Both dental cone beam machines feature patented SCARA technology. SCARA (Selectively Compliant Articulated Robot Arm) is a unique feature that uses an articulated robot arm to optimize rotational movement during the patient exposure. This extra movement helps to capture precise anatomical details for a more efficient and accurate diagnosis.
Whereas some CBCT machines require you to take a 3D scan and then extract the panoramic images, both Planmeca CBCT machines feature dedicated 2D panoramic sensor technology so that you can capture traditional panoramic images using the lowest possible patient dose when cone beam scans are not required. This follows the principle of ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), minimizing patient exposure and enabling the capture of 2D imaging without the need for a 3D scan.
Both machines can also include the extraoral bitewing feature (based on availability), providing an alternative for patients that find intraoral bitewings uncomfortable. These dental X-ray machines also feature a “Child Mode” for use when imaging children or smaller patients, resulting in a reduced exposure area and radiation dose and making these machines more “Pedo-Friendly.”
Another similarity between these machines is that they are both also ceph-upgradeable by the manufacturer if your treatment needs change or you add a specialist to your practice.
They both also deliver high-definition 3D dental imaging. You can easily set the resolution detail required, up to .075mm voxel, to capture more precise and clinically accurate images for detailed applications, such as endodontics, implants or other oral surgeries. Certified pre-owned Planmeca ProMax CBCT systems from Renew Digital also include Planmeca Romexis 3D Imaging Software, which maximizes 3D imaging with specialized image enhancement and patient communication tools to enhance diagnoses and treatment planning.
Both Planmeca CBCT machines also feature TWAIN integration. With a TWAIN interface, 2D panoramic X-rays can be captured and integrated into most dental imaging software, such as Carestream, Dexis, VIXWIN, Eaglesoft, XDR and more.
Finally, Mac users will be happy to know that, thanks to the Romexis 3D imaging software, both of these CBCT systems are Mac compatible. So for Apple offices, no upgrades or expensive adjustments are typically necessary.
Now that we have outlined how these two Planmeca CBCT systems are the same, there is a significant difference between them that is important to understand before making a used dental equipment purchase.
How They Are Different
The primary difference between the Planmeca ProMax 3D Classic and the Planmeca ProMax 3D Mid is the cone beam fields of view (FOV) they deliver. The FOV, which dictates how much of the patient’s anatomy can be captured in a scan, also affects which dental applications each unit supports.
Both dental X-ray machines include small (4x5cm) and medium (8x8cm) 3D fields of view. The former is useful for capturing a single tooth or quadrant, and the latter for dual jaw applications. With its FOV up to 8x8cm, the Planmeca ProMax 3D Classic is an excellent choice for general dentists, endodontists, and for those practitioners placing dental implants and manufacturing surgical guides.
However, the Planmeca ProMax 3D Mid also offers a large FOV (up to 20x17cm), which can capture a larger 3D image and is more useful for diagnoses and treatments requiring a larger view of the craniofacial anatomy, such as dental sleep medicine, orthodontics, orthognathic surgery, and other applications.
Because of its larger FOV, the Planmeca ProMax 3D Mid is priced slightly higher than the ProMax 3D Classic, but with Renew Digital’s affordable pricing and flexible financing options, either of these machines can meet the budgetary requirements of just about any dental practice.
Why Buy Certified Pre-Owned Planmeca ProMax 3D CBCT Machines?
Renew Digital offers used Planmeca CBCT systems in addition to a wide range of other certified pre-owned premier cone beam, panoramic and cephalometric systems from other leading brands. Buying from Renew Digital can save you up to 30%-50% off the price of new dental cone beam equipment, putting premium dental digital panoramic X-ray and cone beam systems, like Planmeca cone beam, within the reach of more practices than ever before.
You can also purchase from Renew Digital with complete peace of mind. While Planmeca CBCT systems are widely known for their high quality and reliability, Renew Digital recertifies all the used dental equipment that we sell. We test and then retest all our imaging units to ensure that they meet the manufacturer’s original specifications.
Our low prices don’t just include the dental equipment, either. Each purchase includes installation and training by our very own technicians; Renew Digital does not use third-party service providers for any of its installations. In addition, the included comprehensive warranty provides replacement parts and onsite service, backed by our own expert support team.
Renew Digital’s reputation speaks for itself. Just see what our customers have to say about our products and services by reading our hundreds of 5-star reviews! If you’re ready to discuss a Planmeca CBCT system or other dental X-ray model, please feel free to give us a call at 888-246-5611 or fill out our online contact form for assistance!
