Our facility is also equipped with a NewTom Cone Beam 3D imaging system. The three-dimensional imaging that the NewTom generates allows for far more accurate diagnosis, treatment planning and monitoring, and analysis of outcomes than was possible with conventional two-dimensional images. Thanks to this revolutionary new imaging technology, coupled with our rapidly increasing understanding of the biological processes of maxillofacial growth and development, we can now create and interact with virtual models of our patients' tooth and jaw structures that enable us to provide a much higher level of treatment than ever before.
The NewTom 3G is the first 3-dimensional digital imaging scanner developed for the maxillofacial (head) area. Now in its third generation, the NewTom offers many advantages for the patient and doctor.
- Patient Safety first! The NewTom uses up to 20 times less exposure than other CAT scanners.
- Unlimited information. Multiple reports are available from a single, low-dose scan.
- Automatic adjustments. NewTom's "smart beam" technology automatically adjusts the exposure to the size (density) of the patient. For instance, a child will receive up to 50% less exposure than a normal size adult.
CT vs. Cone beam
Traditional CT (CAT Scan) uses a very narrow fan beam that rotates around the patient acquiring one, or more, thin axial slice(s) with each revolution. To image a section of anatomy, many rotations must be completed - which means high radiation exposure.
With Cone Beam 3D Imaging, rather than a narrow fan beam, a cone shaped beam is used to acquire the entire volume in a single pass around the patient, resulting in much less radiation exposure.
Below are a few images that we have generated with our NewTom 3G:
Mandible and Maxilla 3D
Abscess at the root apex
View of fractured orbital bone
Calcified carotid arteries
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