Digital Radiography and 3-D Imaging

Portland, Maine

At Inspire Dental we utilize the many of the industry best imaging technologies, including conventional 2-D digital x-rays and 3-D cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). These systems provide the most effective tools for patient education, diagnosis and treatment planning. As compared to with traditional film based x-rays which had to be manually processed and developed, digital radiography is more environmentally friendly, eliminating the need for processing chemicals. It also saves time providing nearly instant on-screen images after they are taken, thus reducing your time spent in the dental chair.

We also utilize additional tools for patient education such as intra-oral cameras and super high-resolution 3-D image scanners which also aid us with dental implant treatment planning and crown preparation and design.

Dental technologies have improved the quality of patient care in variety of ways. We look forward to showing you how the latest advances can work for you!

“The advantages are numerous. The advantages for the patient include a reduction in radiation and improved patient education capabilities. The biggest advantage to the patient is that, when an image is taken, they're able to see it immediately on a monitor. It's a 17-inch image instead of an image just more than one inch that you have to view through a view box or through the light in the operatory. This enables better communication since the doctor can make specific points while the patient comfortably sees his/her condition... It is a marvelous tool and the diagnostic applications are phenomenal.

 - Dr. Dr. Claudio Levato, Dental Economics Dental Economics Vol. 94, Issue 12