How Can Dentists Use Cone Beam CT Scanners to Help Patients?

X-rays are a regular part of routine dental appointments that allow oral health professionals to examine the inner components of their patients’ oral structures and precisely plan surgeries to minimize the risk of complications. While traditional X-rays provide only two-dimensional images from single angles, modern cone beam CT scanners allow dentists to create highly detailed three-dimensional digital maps of their patients’ jawbones. Here’s a quick look at how these devices can help patients protect or rebuild a patient’s gorgeous smile.