CT Scan Machine in Plantation, FL See the Full
Picture Before Treatment Begins
At Westside Dental Center, Dr. Uttma Dham uses cone beam CT (CT) scanning technology to get a complete, three-dimensional view of your jaw, teeth, nerves, and bone before placing a single implant or making a single incision. It's the kind of precision most dental offices simply don't have.
WHAT IS A CT SCAN?
What Is a CT Scan And Why Does It Matter for Your Dental Center?
Most people have had a standard dental X-ray. It gives a flat, two-dimensional picture — useful, but limited. A CT scan (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) is something very different.
In under a minute, our CT machine rotates around your head and captures hundreds of images from every angle. Those images are then reconstructed into a highly detailed 3D model of your entire oral and facial structure your jawbone, tooth roots, sinuses, nerve pathways, and surrounding tissue, all in one view.
For Dr. Dham, this changes everything about how she plans your treatment. Instead of estimating, guessing, or discovering complications mid-procedure, she can map out every step in advance with the exact measurements, bone density data, and anatomical landmarks she needs to get it right the first time.
WHY WE USE CT SCAN?
Why Dr. Dham Relies on CT Imaging for Complex Dental Treatment
Dental implant surgery requires skill, knowledge, and where the implant can be placed to avoid structures like nerves and the sinus.
When a dentist knows exactly what to expect before treatment begins, procedures become smoother and faster.
Our CT scan is performed right here in our office. No referrals, no extra trips, and no waiting.
WHY WE USE CT SCAN?
When Does Dr. Dham Use CT Scanning?
CT imaging isn't used for every appointment it's a precision tool, reserved for the cases where a three-dimensional view genuinely changes the quality of care you receive. At Westside Dental Center, Dr. Dham typically recommends a CT scan for:
TRUST SECTION
Advanced Imaging in the Hands of an Experienced Dentist
Technology is only as good as the clinician interpreting it. Dr. Uttma Dham has been practicing dentistry in Plantation, FL for over 20 years. She is a graduate of Nova Southeastern University, completed her residency at the Dade County Dental Research Center, and continues her advanced training through the Dawson Academy of Advanced Dental Education one of the most respected institutions in comprehensive dental center.
She doesn't invest in CT imaging to impress she invests in it because her patients deserve treatment planned with complete information, not assumptions. When you sit in the chair at Westside Dental Center, every decision Dr. Dham makes is backed by a clear, precise 3D picture of your individual anatomy
That's the standard she holds herself to. And it's the standard of care you should expect from your dentist
Yes. CT scans use a focused, cone-shaped X-ray beam that captures the area of interest with significantly less radiation than a traditional medical CT scan. Dr. Dham follows the ALARA principle — As Low As Reasonably Achievable — and only recommends CT imaging when the clinical benefit clearly outweighs any minimal exposure. The scan itself takes less than 60 seconds.
A standard dental X-ray is a two-dimensional image — it shows height and width, but not depth. A CT scan produces a full 3D model of your jaw and surrounding structures, giving Dr. Dham detail that simply isn't visible on a flat image. Think of it as the difference between a photograph and a detailed architectural blueprint
Scan fees are discussed transparently as part of your treatment consultation. Dr. Dham's team will walk you through all costs clearly before any treatment begins — no surprises, no press
In most cases, yes. CT imaging is considered the standard of care for implant planning because it allows Dr. Dham to assess bone volume, locate nerves precisely, and design a guided surgical plan before any procedure begins. It is one of the key reasons our implant outcomes are consistently excellent.
Not at all. You simply sit or stand while the scanner rotates around your head. There's nothing inserted into your mouth, no discomfort, and no recovery time. It takes under a minute to complete
