General and Cosmetic Dentistry

Utilizing the latest advanced technology and procedures, our Doctors can see your maxillofacial structures in minute detail, it is easier to craft an accurate treatment plan. Unlike 2-D X-rays, i-CAT can expand to focus on small areas and rotate the image to give us different views of the bones, teeth, nasal passages, and more. This allows us to consider the issues from all angles, finding problems not otherwise seen and treating them with greater accuracy. A major benefit to the i-CAT is that we can use it for more than just dental evaluations. The scan starts at the nose and ends at the throat, giving us the ability to assess your airway. This level of scanning can help with certain orthodontic cases, such as when a blocked nasal passage contributes to a narrow maxilla. This detailed airway scan is also helpful when crafting sleep apnea treatments. For those who cannot or do not want to use a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine, can i-CAT scan allows us to produce an oral appliance that gives the patient alternative treatment. Contact our doctors if you would like to learn more about our i-CAT imaging at Northridge Dental Group.