Dental X-Rays & Scans
Dental X-rays and scans let us see what a visual exam can’t. That ranges from small routine X-rays taken at a check-up to a full panoral radiograph (OPG) or a 3D CBCT scan for more detailed planning, such as before an implant, wisdom tooth removal or root canal treatment.
What it is and who it's for
A panoral radiograph (OPG) is a single wide X-ray showing your upper and lower jaw, teeth and sinuses on one image, while a CBCT scan builds a detailed 3D picture of your teeth, jaw and surrounding bone. Small routine X-rays are already part of a check-up; an OPG or CBCT is used when we need a wider or more detailed view, for example planning an implant, assessing wisdom teeth, or investigating a root canal case.
How treatment works
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Which scan you need
Your dentist decides whether a panoral radiograph, a CBCT scan, or a small routine X-ray gives the clearest picture for your case.
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Taking the scan
The scan itself takes only a few moments, with the machine moving around your head without touching you.
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Reviewing the image
Your dentist reviews the image with you and explains what it shows for your treatment plan.
What you can expect
- An OPG shows your whole jaw, teeth and sinuses on one image
- A CBCT scan gives a detailed 3D view for more complex planning
- Used for implant planning, wisdom teeth and root canal assessment
- Small routine X-rays remain part of a standard check-up
Cost & finance
| Treatment | From | Member price | Notes |
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| Panoral radiograph (OPG) | £100 | £80 | Member price is lower. See Membership & Pricing. |
| CBCT scan | £200 | £160 | Member price is lower. See Membership & Pricing. |
Membership plans cover routine care and cut 20% off most other treatment. See Membership & Pricing to find the right plan.
Where you can have this done
Common questions
What’s the difference between an OPG and a CBCT scan?
An OPG (panoral radiograph) is a single flat X-ray showing your whole jaw, teeth and sinuses. A CBCT scan builds a 3D image, giving a more detailed view of the bone and tooth structure for cases that need closer planning.
When would I need a CBCT scan rather than an OPG?
A CBCT scan is used for more detailed planning, for example before a dental implant, assessing an impacted wisdom tooth, or investigating a complex root canal case, where a flat X-ray doesn’t give enough detail.
Do I need a scan at every check-up?
No. Small routine X-rays are already part of a standard check-up when needed. A full OPG or CBCT scan is only taken when your dentist needs the wider or more detailed view they provide.
Related treatments
New Patient Exam
A full picture of your oral health, in one visit.
From £90 new patient consultation
Dental Implants
A fixed replacement that looks and works like your own tooth.
From £4,000 one tooth (excludes bone grafting)
Root Canal
Infection cleared, your natural tooth saved where possible.
From £645 incisor/canine root canal (molar rises to £785)