CT Facial Bone 3D - Test, Cost & Procedure

3D CT Scan is used to evaluate facial bones, or previously placed implants, allowing efficient treatment planning. The CT scan operates on radiation principle, it uses a computer to display the scanned images that are further evaluated and studied for any abnormality or disorders. 

The CT scan facial bone creates 3D images of the facial structures using X-rays and a computer to form cross-sectional images. The scan images help show detailed images of the tendons, bones, ligaments, and other related structures within the facial structures. The scan shows structures like the nose, cheekbones, eyes, sockets, mandible, maxilla, TMJ, etc.

CT scan is the traditional scan for the care and for evaluation of facial fractures as it is the choice of examination in case of emergency, and is available readily, highly accurate, and rapidly acquired. The test can help visualising even the subtle fractures. It is also helpful in finding an acute intracranial pathology that is more urgent.

A CT scan of the face is also known as 

• CT Orbits
• CT Sinuses
• CT Facial Bones
• CT Face
• CT maxillofacial scan
• CT Head

The chance of developing side effects due to a CT scan of the face are very rare although with contrast injection, there are chances that you develop an allergic reaction. The scan stands unsafe for your baby if you are pregnant.

A CT scan of the face usually takes approximately 3-5 minutes if the study is non-contrast-based. In a contrast-based study, the duration might add up to 10-20 minutes.

Getting radiation-based scans during pregnancy might bring congenital defects. Additionally, If a contrast-based examination is conducted, you might have a risk of developing an allergic reaction against the dye. You should inform your care center as soon as you develop the first sign of allergy so that its progression is stopped and managed. 

No, the CT facial bone 3D scan is painless, accurate, and noninvasive. A CT scan has a major advantage in the ability to produce scan images of the hard and soft tissue.

CT Maxillofacial Sinus without contrast is a safe procedure. However, a contrast-based study might be done. Both procedures use X-rays. The dose of radiation used in a CT facial bone scan is under safety limits and low.

The study showed CT facial bone 3D scan to have a sensitivity of 97.5%, an accuracy of 95%, and a specificity of 93.6%.

Yes, You can get a free consultation with Dr. Ravin Sharma (MBBS, MD in Radiology) who is available at our center with Mob. no- +919212125996 and availability 24*7*365 days.