Digital X-Rays &
3D CBCT Scan
in Wylie, TX

Absolutely. Merry Dental Hub's digital X-ray system cuts the radiation dose of old film technology by approximately 90%. A complete set of digital X-rays delivers roughly 0.005 mSv — about what you absorb in an hour of normal outdoor activity, and far less than the 0.04 mSv of a coast-to-coast flight. Dr. C orders X-rays only when they add clinical value, and lead aprons are always used.

Think of them as different tools for different questions. Digital X-rays are fast, flat, low-dose images — ideal for spotting cavities, checking bone levels, and verifying restorations at routine visits. 3D CBCT (Cone Beam CT) builds a full volumetric model of your jaw, teeth, nerves, sinuses, and bone in one 8–20 second scan — essential when Dr. C needs spatial data that a flat film cannot provide (implant placement, complex root canals, impacted wisdom teeth, TMJ, airway). CBCT delivers a higher dose than a single digital X-ray but remains far below a medical CT scan. Dr. C selects the right modality for your clinical situation.

Yes — the CBCT unit is in our Wylie TX office, not at a radiology facility across town. Your scan, the 3D reconstruction, and Dr. C's consultation all happen within the same appointment. Patients coming in for implant planning or wisdom tooth evaluation walk out with a full treatment plan in hand — not a referral slip and a callback number.

The scan itself runs 8–20 seconds — one rotation of the arm around your head. You stand or sit in an open unit with nothing enclosing you. Total time including removing jewelry, positioning in the unit, and Dr. C's live review of the 3D model with you is typically 15–20 minutes. Drive yourself, go straight back to work. Nothing about the experience is memorable in a bad way.

A CBCT is warranted when 2D imaging leaves critical dimensions unknown. The most common scenarios are: implant site assessment (bone volume and nerve clearance), complex root canal anatomy (branched or calcified canals), impacted wisdom tooth proximity to the nerve, TMJ joint evaluation, orthodontic skeletal and root assessment, unexplained persistent pain, suspected cysts or tumors, and airway analysis for sleep apnea appliances. If Dr. C recommends a CBCT, he will tell you exactly what clinical question it needs to answer.

CBCT pricing in the Wylie TX area typically falls between $150 and $350, varying by the field of view required. PPO insurance plans often cover CBCT when it is medically necessary — implant planning and pre-surgical evaluation being the most common covered indications. You will always receive a written cost estimate before the scan begins. CareCredit 0% promotional financing and HSA/FSA payment are both accepted. Call (972) 483-4848 for a specific estimate for your situation.

Yes, CBCT is safe for the overwhelming majority of patients. A typical scan at Merry Dental Hub delivers 0.05–0.15 mSv — roughly 1–2 weeks of the background radiation you absorb just living your life, and about 13–26 times less than a standard medical head CT (2 mSv). Dr. C uses the smallest field of view that answers the clinical question, and documents the clinical justification before ordering. For pregnant patients, elective CBCT is deferred unless there is an urgent clinical need that outweighs deferral.

Yes! Merry Dental Hub at 2260 Country Club Rd Suite 101, Wylie TX 75098 is conveniently located for patients from Plano TX, Murphy TX, Sachse TX, Richardson TX, Garland TX, Rowlett TX, Lavon TX, Lucas TX, and St. Paul TX. In-office CBCT imaging means same-day results — no referral to an external center needed. Call (972) 483-4848 to schedule.