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How Our Dental Implant Technology Can Improve Your Treatment
At the office of Emanuel Kontos, DMD, we specialize in providing state-of-the-art dental implants to restore the health and beauty to your smile. Dr. Kontos is an experienced dental implant provider who’s had plenty of training, so he knows exactly how and where to place your implants. However, we still use advanced dental implant technology, including CBCT technology, to ensure maximum precision for every surgery we perform.
Learn more about our CBCT technology and how it can improve your treatment experience. We help patients across Florida in the Keystone, Trinity, East Lake, and the surrounding areas restore their teeth accurately, painlessly, and successfully.
CBCT Technology vs. Conventional CT & X-Rays
Cone Beam Computed Tomography, or CBCT is a far more advanced imaging method than traditional X-rays or regular computed tomography (CT) scans. CBCT scanners rotate around the entirety of your head, taking detailed and accurate X-rays with a cone-shaped beam. This convenient piece of dental implant technology allows Dr. Kontos to create a 3D model of your entire mouth with just one scan. As a result, he can examine every aspect of your oral health in detail and detect even the smallest potential issues.
The Benefits of CBCT Technology
Placing dental implants is a complex surgical procedure that requires a high degree of skill and precision. In order for the treatment to be successful, your implants will need to be placed in just the right spot. By using the information from your CBCT scans, Dr. Kontos can anticipate any potential obstacles for your dental implants and plan the surgery accordingly.
CBCT technology is also helpful for identifying future dental problems that may require treatment. For example, Dr. Kontos may find small variations in your bone density or pockets of bacteria in your gum tissue that could lead to your implants failing, among other health problems. By determining this in advance, he can provide a treatment solution that will help prepare you for implant surgery.
Thanks to our CBCT technology, you can count on a safe, effective dental implant procedure that will produce optimal results for your smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a CBCT scanner improve my dental implant treatment?
Are CBCT scans safe?
Is CBCT technology covered by insurance?
How long do CBCT scans take?
How does a CBCT scanner improve my dental implant treatment?
By using our CBCT scanner, Dr. Kontos can generate high-quality 3D images of your entire mouth. This allows him to plan your dental implant surgery with unmatched precision, avoiding any potential obstacles that could interfere with your treatment. Thanks to CBCT technology, you can rest assured that your implants will be placed as safely and efficiently as possible.
Are CBCT scans safe?
Since the scan only takes a matter of seconds and includes your entire mouth, CBCT is much safer than traditional x-rays. For your safety and convenience, radiation exposure is kept to a minimum. The images from CBCT scans are also much higher-resolution than x-rays and have the unique ability to create a 3D model of your teeth, gums, and jaw.
Is CBCT technology covered by insurance?
Most insurance providers provide coverage for radiography, including CBCT scans if they’re ordered by a dentist. However, Dr. Kontos and the rest of our dental team encourage you to contact your provider beforehand and ask them which costs they can cover to be sure.
If you’re underinsured or uninsured and you need help covering any aspect of your treatment, including CBCT technology, we proudly offer our patients flexible financing options including CareCredit. Simply ask a member of our Tarpon Springs team to learn more about how we can help you afford your treatment.
How long do CBCT scans take?
Taking scans with CBCT technology is quick and comfortable, usually taking less than 20 to 40 seconds. Dr. Kontos will be able to create an accurate 3D rendering of your mouth that can be used to plan your procedure. That way, inserting your dental implants will be a much more streamlined and straightforward dental experience for you and our staff.
Ready For Dental Implants? Schedule Your Appointment Today
Dental implants are the only permanent, natural-looking solution for missing teeth. They also protect your long-term health and allow you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. With the help of our CBCT technology, Dr. Kontos can ensure that your dental implants are placed with maximum precision.
If you’re a Florida patient in Keystone, Trinity, East Lake, and the surrounding areas seeking an advanced approach to dental implants, call our Tarpon Springs, FL office at (727) 361-0326 to schedule your appointment. You can also fill out our contact form at the upper right hand corner of the page and one of our dedicated staff members will be happy to assist you.
