The Importance of Imaging in Veterinary Dentistry
Diagnostic imaging isn’t just helpful for treating dental disease—it’s essential! Without dental X-rays, up to 50% or more of existing dental disease can go undetected. Even more concerning, if dental treatments are performed without X-rays, there’s a high risk that issues will be missed or not properly addressed.
In human dentistry, dental radiographs have long been the standard of care, and veterinary dentistry is following suit. Full-mouth dental X-rays are a critical tool for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, ensuring your pet receives the best possible care.
For optimal oral health, every pet should have dental X-rays at least every two years—or more frequently if dental treatments are needed. At Pet Dental Center, we prioritize advanced imaging to provide the highest level of care for your pet’s dental health.
Advanced Imaging: Why Pet Dental Center Stands Out
At Pet Dental Center, we go beyond standard dental imaging to ensure the most precise diagnosis and treatment for your pet. Every patient receives a full-mouth series of dental radiographs combined with a cutting-edge Cone Beam CT (CBCT) scan, providing an unparalleled level of detail and accuracy in assessing oral and maxillofacial health.
Why Advanced Imaging Matters for Your Pet’s Oral Health
At Pet Dental Center, we take diagnostic imaging to the next level by utilizing both full-mouth dental X-rays and Cone Beam CT (CBCT) scans for every patient. You may be wondering—why does my pet need both types of imaging? What makes CBCT different? Here’s why our approach is essential to providing the best possible care for your pet.
What is CBCT, and How is It Different from Standard X-Rays?
Traditional dental X-rays provide a two-dimensional view of the teeth and surrounding structures, which is helpful but has limitations. Cone Beam CT (CBCT) imaging creates a detailed, three-dimensional scan, allowing us to evaluate your pet’s entire jaw, nasal passages, sinuses, and temporomandibular joints (TMJ) with incredible precision.
Why Does My Pet Need a CBCT Scan?
Some dental and oral conditions can be easily missed on standard X-rays. CBCT allows our highly trained doctors to detect issues that wouldn’t be visible otherwise, including:
✔️ Facial swellings & infections – Identifying underlying causes of swelling or unexplained pain.
✔️ Nasal disease – Assessing chronic nasal discharge, sneezing, or congestion.
✔️ Oral tumors – Determining the location, size, and extent of masses for accurate treatment planning.
✔️ Maxillofacial trauma & jaw fractures – Providing a precise evaluation of bone damage for proper surgical intervention.
✔️ TMJ disease – Diagnosing joint abnormalities that could impact your pet’s ability to eat or open their mouth comfortably.
What Does This Mean for My Pet?
By combining dental radiographs and CBCT scans, we ensure that no underlying disease goes undiagnosed. This advanced imaging helps us create the most accurate treatment plan, leading to safer procedures, better outcomes, and a higher quality of life for your pet.
At Pet Dental Center, we believe in providing the highest standard of veterinary dentistry, and that starts with superior diagnostics. If you have any questions about CBCT imaging or your pet’s dental health, our team is happy to help!