With several decades of success, Carestream Dental has remained one of today's trusted names in dental imaging technology. And for good reason, they manufacture a wide range of advanced X-ray machines that cater to the diverse needs of dental and specialty practices.
Carestream Dental has a firm commitment to innovation and imaging excellence, and they’ve delivered with a lineup of 2D and 3D systems known for producing high-quality images, with an enhanced workflow efficiency, and improved patient comfort.
If you’re thinking about Carestream for your next X-ray machine or CBCT purchase, here's everything you may want to know to help you compare, even against other manufacturers. Today, we’re reviewing every current 2D and 3D imaging model available through Carestream dealers, helping you narrow down to find the right machine for your current and future needs.
We’ll review:
Carestream CBCT Models
Carestream 2D Only (Panoramic)
Why Carestream?
Many doctors choose Carestream because of its Many doctors choose Carestream because of the fully integrated imaging workflow built into Carestream CS Imaging software. If you’re a current Carestream customer, let us remind you of one of the least talked about features of Carestream technologies - they are all designed to integrate together in the CS Imaging software platform. This is a huge benefit for anyone utilizing other Carestream solutions, from CBCT to digital intraoral sensors.
2D or 3D Imaging Capabilities
Before we begin detailing each of the Carestream extraoral imaging systems, we first need to touch on the “fork in the road” between determining if you’re set with 2D imaging, or are ready to upgrade to 3D imaging.
Typically, 3D dental cone beam will come as a larger upfront investment. But, keep in mind, many doctors who have successfully integrated CBCT into their practice tend to find ways to quickly recover their investment cost and achieve a quick ROI.
- Carestream 3D: All current Carestream 3D systems available today will combine traditional 2D imaging (panoramic and optional cephalometric) with advanced 3D imaging capabilities. With a variety of field of view (FOV) options, Carestream CBCT models are popularly used for implant planning, orthodontics, endodontics, and oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Note: Determining the right FOV for your needs will help you find the right system for your practice.
- Carestream 2D: Designed for efficient 2D imaging, Vatech 2D models offer exceptional image quality and diagnostic versatility. With panoramic, cephalometric, and bitewing imaging modes, these systems provide essential imaging capabilities for routine examinations, treatment planning, and follow-up assessments.
Now.. Let’s Talk About CS Imaging Software
Most manufacturers develop their own proprietary imaging software. Over the years, these software systems have become one of the leading differentiators between brands based upon their intuitive functionality and ease of use. Ultimately, it’s definitely something you should take into consideration when shopping around for a CBCT system.
You want to feel confident you and your staff will receive proper training and be able to navigate the equipment in order to maximize on your benefits of CBCT. Fortunately, the CS 3D imaging software through Carestream is highly regarded in the dental community.
For 3D imaging, the CS Imaging software suite includes optional implant, orthodontic, restoration and airway analysis modules to help you take full advantage of the many capabilities of digital dentistry.
Now that you have a better idea of which system you may need, let’s first take a look at the current Carestream 3D models available to help compare and pinpoint the right system for you.
Carestream CS 8100 3D (Medium FOV CBCT)
The Carestream CS 8100 3D is classified as a medium FOV CBCT, with selectable fields of view, from 4x4 cm to 8x9 cm, delivered at an ultra low radiation dose. As such, this model is ideal for a wide variety of clinical applications, including surgical guides, implant planning, orthodontics, endodontics and oral surgery.
Selectable FOV sizes of CS 8100 3D unit. Credit: Carestream Dental
Additionally, this model is popular because of its small footprint, a compact machine that fits most exam room configurations.
At 75 microns, the CS 8100 3D delivers ultra-high resolution images that are ideal for endodontics. Meanwhile, the ANR algorithm reduces image noise while preserving clinical details.
Carestream CS 8200 3D (Medium FOV CBCT)
The CS 8200 3D takes many of the popular features from the CS 8100 3D (including ultra-lose dosage and compact design) and expands upon them by providing additional selectable fields of view.
With nine selectable fields of view, ranging from 4x4 cm to 12x10 cm, this model was designed to cover virtually all the diagnostic needs of dental and specialty practices.
Selectable FOV sizes of CS 8200 3D unit. Credit: Carestream Dental
This model stands out from other medium FOV CBCT systems from other manufacturers by offering an extended field of view feature. This feature is perfectly suited for scanning the full arch—including third molars—in just one scan.
And with the Neo Edition (Carestream’s latest version), three additional fields of view are available for even more versatility.
Carestream CS 9600 3D (Large FOV CBCT)
The CS 9600 was designed to support all of your diagnostic needs — from routine exams to specialized ones. This model offers up to 14 fields of view, ranging from 4x4cm to 16x17cm, with large FOV sizes that are ideal for evaluating trauma cases, TMJ disorders, airway and sleep apnea studies, ectopic and impacted teeth and third molars, orthognathic surgery, and assessing skeletal symmetry.
Doctors in oral surgery, orthodontics, and sleep medicine will find this model to be the most helpful for full cranio-facial scans.
Selectable FOV sizes of CS 9300 3D unit. Credit: Carestream Dental
Beyond offering a low dose mode and very high-resolution full-mouth 3D images (up to 75 microns), this model features the increasingly popular FaceScan feature. Carestream’s Face Scan feature generates realistic 3D facial images and automatically superimposes surface scans on CBCT images and 3D models.
Carestream CS 8100 (Pano Only)
If you’ve determined you’re not quite ready for 3D imaging and can meet your diagnostic and treatment planning needs through 2D imaging, consider the Carestream CS 8100 pan only model.
The 2D only version of the CS 8100 features the ultra-compact design of the 3D model, as well as the Tomosharp technology for powerful image processing. This advanced image processing algorithm delivers a new level of sharpness to 2D panoramic images, giving the best possible image for any anatomy.
Ready to Get Started With Carestream? Reach Out!
Get to know Voxel! We have a team of dental technology experts ready to help you find the right equipment for your practice. And, because we’re an authorized dealer of several brands, including Carestream, Vatech, PreXion and more, we’ll be able to help you find the best fit for your practice at the best value.. Even if that isn’t Carestream.
Need more than 2D/3D imaging? Voxel also has a wide inventory of hand-held X-rays, 3D printers, intraoral scanners, intraoral sensors and more, all from the brands doctors choose most!
We’ve worked with thousands of dentists across the US. We know what it takes to get up and running quickly, especially with new technology. That’s why we back all of our products with a comprehensive warranty, 24/7 product support, installation, and perhaps most importantly online and on-site training to help get you and your staff started with your new technology as quickly as possible.
Ready to begin? Give us a call at (281) 789-7270 or fill out an online inquiry form here. We look forward to earning your business.
