<h3>What is 3D X-ray imaging?</h3>

<p>X-rays are indispensable for dentists in their daily work. Only about one third of the tooth and the surrounding structure are visible to the human eye. Accordingly, X-rays are an essential tool for diagnosis. For example, tooth anatomy, position, condition of the nerves, the length of the roots, or even chronic inflammations are only visible in this way.</p>

<p>X-rays are often associated with X-radiation. However, radiation levels are significantly lower than patients assume. The natural radiation surrounding us every day is about 10 &micro;Sv (microsievert). The radiation of one X-ray exposure, on the other hand, is about 5 &micro;Sv.</p>

<p>X-ray imaging has already been used for decades. In recent years, 3D X-rays have also become increasingly popular among dentists. This is a further development of 2D X-ray imaging and offers faster as well as more precise X-rays. The dentist can thus view the jaw from different angles. The X-ray scanner rotates around the patient&rsquo;s head and takes hundreds of images within a few seconds. At the end of the scanning process, these are assembled to form a holistic three-dimensional image.</p>

<h3>Advantages and disadvantages compared to 2D X-ray imaging</h3>

<p>First of all, a distinction should be made between the conventional X-ray procedure and digital 2D X-ray imaging. With the latter, radiation exposure is up to 80 percent lower. Instant digitization makes it easier to discuss the results with patients. Here, it is also advantageous that the image quality is significantly higher. AI-powered software such as dentalXrai can also process and analyze digital X-ray images. The images can even be evaluated directly on the iPad<sup>&reg;</sup>.</p>

<p>Nevertheless, many findings that would remain undetected by the 2D procedure can be identified by cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). With 3D technology, the patient&rsquo;s anatomical features are displayed spatially. It therefore also offers greater planning reliability for surgical interventions. With 3D X-ray imaging, the diagnosis is also easier for patients to understand due to spatial visualization. Last but not least, CBCT results in lower radiation exposure.</p>

<p>Only one question remains: why aren&rsquo;t all practices upgrading to 3D X-ray imaging? 3D X-rays are simply not necessary for every patient. They are rather a supplement and are often only used when conventional x-rays are inadequate or do not provide the desired results. A CBCT machine is also very expensive to purchase; a fact patients will notice. The costs for CBCT images are usually not covered by health insurance and can range from &euro;100 to &euro;300.</p>

<h3>Conclusion: when do dentists use 3D X-ray imaging?</h3>

<p>CBCT is never a replacement for conventional or digital 2D X-ray imaging. It rather plays a supporting role at the dentist&rsquo;s. Therefore, if 2D X-ray images are not sufficient for reliable diagnosis or planning of treatment, it is possible to resort to the more modern option. However, costs are an important point. For the dental practice, CBCT is very expensive to purchase. The patients also have to pay extra, since CBCT scans are not usually covered by health insurance.</p>


3D X-ray imaging / CBCT at the dentist’s: differences to 2D X-ray imaging

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The use of X-ray imaging is commonplace in dental practices. For decades, X-ray images have been a great support for dentists to detect as well as treat diseases in the maxillofacial region. 3D X-ray imaging has become more and more widespread for several years. Here you will find out what it is all about: how does it differ from conventional X-ray imaging and when does it make sense to use 3D cone beam computed tomography (CBCT)?

<h3>What are continuing education credits and what do I need to consider?</h3>

<p>The obligation for dentists to continue their education was laid down in the German Social Security Code in 2004. The German Dental Association (BZ&Auml;K) and the German Society for Dental, Oral, and Maxillofacial Medicine (DGZMK) decide how many credit points must be achieved. Currently, 125 points need to be collected over a period of five years. However, this only applies to panel dentists. Evidence is provided in the form of continuing education certificates, which must be submitted to the respective Association of Panel Dentists (KZV) at the end of each period.</p>

<p>The five-year period is not flexible. For panel dentists who had already received their license before June 30, 2004 it began on July 01, 2004. In all other cases, the period starts on the exact date of registration or employment authorization. Prior to the deadline, the dentists receive timely notice to submit their continuing education credits. Here it should be noted that surplus points, i.e. more than 125, cannot be carried over to the next period. They simply expire.</p>

<p>Insufficient or no proof of continuing education credits can have serious consequences. First, the compensation entitlement for the first four quarters of the next period will be reduced by ten percent. From the fifth quarter, it drops further to 25 percent. Failure to submit the missing credits within the following two years may result in the withdrawal of the license.</p>

<h3>Obtain 6 continuing education points through the dentalXrai ACADEMY with Prof. Dr. Falk Schwendicke</h3>

<p>Panel dentists are therefore obliged to regularly continue their education. But how and where exactly can the necessary continuing education credits be obtained? One way is self-study. Reading appropriate specialist literature is rewarded with up to ten points per year. This means that up to 50 of the required 125 points can already be earned this way. Dentists do not need to provide proof that they have actually read the literature. Continuing education courses, including online lectures (webinars), are also possible.</p>

<p>One such webinar is the dentalXrai ACADEMY with our expert and co-founder Prof. Dr. Falk Schwendicke. He discusses modern caries diagnostics with the aid of artificial intelligence and talks about how dentalXrai&rsquo;s software can support dentists. Caries management in the context of microinvasive therapies is also explained in detail.</p>

<p>The topics are divided into three blocks of 45 minutes each. The sessions always take place on the first three Wednesdays of the month and start at 7:15 pm. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate of attendance and six continuing education points. If you want to learn more about the dentalXrai ACADEMY, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dentalxr.ai/academy/">here</a>&nbsp;(German only).</p>


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