Dental X-Rays & CBCT Scans in Tonbridge

3D scans here in Tonbridge

We have our own CBCT (cone beam CT) scanner at the practice, so if you need a 3D scan you have it on the day, in the same calm setting as the rest of your care. There's no referral to a hospital or scanning centre, and no waiting for results to be sent back.

A CBCT scan takes a detailed 3D picture of your teeth, jaw bone, nerves and sinuses. For dental implants it lets us measure the bone precisely and plan exactly where each implant will go before treatment starts.

When we use each type of X-ray

• Small X-rays check for decay between teeth, the health of fillings and the bone around individual teeth.
• OPG (full-mouth) X-ray shows all your teeth and both jaws in one image, useful for wisdom teeth and new patient check-ups.
• CBCT 3D scan is used for implant planning, complex root canal cases and anything that needs a 3D view.

We only take X-rays when they will change what we recommend, and always explain why before we take one.

What to expect

1. We explain which image you need and why.
2. You stand or sit still for a few seconds while the scanner moves around you.
3. We go through the images with you on screen, in plain English.

X-ray FAQs

Are dental X-rays safe? Modern digital X-rays use a very low dose. We follow UK radiation safety guidance and only take images that are clinically needed.

Can I have an X-ray if I'm pregnant? Tell us if you are or might be pregnant. We usually postpone routine X-rays unless they're essential.

Do I need a CBCT scan for an implant? In most cases yes. It's how we plan your implant safely and accurately. See our dental implants page.