What kind of xrays are required for dental implants?

The “new” standard of care is the 3D CBCT, or cone beam computed tomogram. This dynamic x-ray offers the highest precision and essentially zero distortion compared with 2D periapical or panoramic x-rays. read more

Dental x-rays are used to evaluate the jawbone for an implant. In many cases, a combination of a panoramic film (a single x-ray that shows both of the patient's jaws and all of their teeth) and a few periapical radiographs (the small individual x-rays most often taken in dental offices) will be satisfactory for a patient's examination. read more

When placing an implant into the jawbone, it is necessary to take x-rays in between steps. This allows me to guide the implant into an ideal location, which is extremely important. Furthermore, taking x-rays during dental implant surgery allows me to see how deep I am. read more