“CT OPG“ is a query that refers to two different dental imaging techniques: the Orthopantomogram (OPG), a 2D panoramic X-ray of the teeth and jaws, and Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), which uses X-rays to create 3D images of the teeth, jawbones, and surrounding tissues. CBCT provides a more detailed, 3D view than the flat, 2D image of an OPG, with applications in surgical planning, orthodontics, and implant placement.
| What is an OPG machine? | An OPG (Orthopantomogram) machine is a specialized dental X-ray device that produces a single, panoramic image of the entire mouth, showing all teeth, upper and lower jaws, and surrounding structures in one view. This provides dentists with a wide-angle perspective to diagnose problems like tooth decay, gum disease, impacted teeth, cysts, and jaw abnormalities, which are difficult to detect on conventional X-rays. The OPG machine works by a rotating arm with the X-ray source moving around the patient's head, capturing the comprehensive view in a quick, non-invasive procedure |