Morrison Dental Group is extremely proud to be able to offer our patients Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) diagnostic scanning using the Galileos 3-D X-Ray System from Sirona, which is one of the most advanced dental scanning devices available. CBCT is a compact, faster and safer version of the regular CT. Through the use of a cone shaped X-Ray beam, the size of the scanner, radiation dosage and time needed for scanning are all dramatically reduced. The Galileos CBCT scanner can be found in our Cranial Facial Imaging Center (CFIC) and is located adjacent to our Norge Office. The time needed for a full scan is typically under 20 seconds and the radiation dosage is up to a hundred times less than that of a regular CT scanner!

These scans allow our doctors to:

• Visualize internal anatomy that can not be diagnosed externally
• Plan treatment and surgery, including Implants
• Prepare necessary aids
• Assess risk and possible pathology and disease
• Analyze the position and orientation of critical structures, like nerves, teeth roots, previous implants, the sinuses and nose, and airway passages
• Diagnose and treat: Oral surgery, Implant planning, Orthodontic planning & implant anchorage, Impacted teeth and Periodontal diseases

In addition, local dentists, oral surgeons, periodontists, endodontists as well as physicians such as Ear, Nose and Throat specialists (ENT) utilize this technology to better diagnose their patients and plan for their treatment.