At Bay Area Dental Airway & Sleep, Dr. Weisman believes that better information leads to better outcomes. That’s why our office has invested in a state-of-the-art Planmeca 3D CBCT imaging system, one of the most advanced and lowest radiation options available in dentistry today.
This technology allows us to gather detailed diagnostic information while prioritizing patient safety and comfort. In fact, Bay Area Dental Airway & Sleep is a Planmeca Ultra Low Dose™ certified practice, meaning we meet strict standards for minimizing radiation exposure.
Unlike traditional two-dimensional X-rays, CBCT imaging provides a full three-dimensional view of your teeth, jaw, airway, and surrounding structures. These images can be enlarged, rotated, and viewed from any angle, revealing details that simply aren’t visible on standard X-rays.
For Dr. Weisman, this level of clarity allows for more accurate diagnoses, better treatment planning, and greater predictability especially in complex, airway focused, or growth related cases.
Radiation exposure is a common concern for patients and families. Our CBCT system is designed to keep exposure as low as possible while still delivering highly detailed images. The technology:
This makes CBCT imaging a safer option for both children and adults when clinically necessary.
Yes. Our CBCT scanner uses ultra-low dose radiation, significantly less than traditional medical CT scans. The system automatically adjusts exposure to the smallest amount needed while still delivering highly accurate images.
The radiation dose from our CBCT scan is comparable to, and often lower than, a full series of traditional dental X-rays. We follow the ALARA principle, meaning radiation exposure is kept as low as reasonably achievable.
Yes. CBCT imaging can be safely used for children when clinically necessary. Our system allows us to limit the scan area and radiation dose, making it appropriate for growth, airway, and orthodontic evaluations in younger patients.
Traditional X-rays show flat, two-dimensional images. A CBCT scan provides a full 3D view of teeth, bone, airway, and surrounding structures, which is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning in complex or airway-related cases.
Not at all. The scan is quick, painless, and non-invasive. There’s no special preparation needed, and the entire process takes only a few seconds.
Coverage varies by insurance provider and by the reason for the scan. Our team is happy to help review your benefits and answer any questions about coverage before imaging is performed.
Results are available immediately. Because the scan is done in-office, your doctor can review the images with you right away and explain what they see using the 3D visuals.
We invested in one of the most advanced CBCT systems available because it allows us to combine exceptional image quality with ultra-low radiation exposure, supporting safer and more precise care for our patients.
