The Lateral Cephalogram X-ray is a vital diagnostic tool offering detailed views of skull, teeth, and soft tissues. It’s widely used in dentistry, orthodontics, and facial surgery to monitor growth, identify impacted...
What is Lateral Cephalogram X-Ray?
This specialized type of X-ray imaging technique provides detailed insights into the structure of skull, teeth and soft tissues at Ganesh Diagnostic and imaging centre, the best imaging centre in India. In the field of dentistry, orthodontics, and facial surgery, the Cephalogram X-ray is very important to understand the structure of jaws, teeth and facial structure. This X-ray is mostly used in Orthodontics to know the facial growth, skeletal and airway dimensions.
As other X-ray only focuses on individual teeth, this lateral cephalogram X-ray provides a lateral view of the entire skull and facial structures.
How does this Lateral Cephalogram X-ray work?
The procedure is quick, painless and simple to getting this lateral cephalogram X-Ray-
- Patient Positioning: The patient will lie down on an x-ray machine with the head of the patient in precise position using a cephalostat.
- X-ray: From one side of the head the beam is directed , which captures the detailed images of a skull.
- Image Process: The image will be processed within sometime and then your dentist or doctor will analyse the report.The image will be digitally processed.
It is safe as the radiation exposure is minimal for most of the patients, or children. Take precautions when needed.
Key uses of Lateral Cephalogram X-ray-
This lateral cephalogram x-ray is used for many dental and medical purposes. Here are some key purposes-
- Forensic and Anthropological studies: Based on skull structures, lateral cephalogram X-ray helps in identification of individuals.
- TMJ (Temporomandibular joint) disorder: The lateral cephalogram helps to understand the jaw joint dysfunction that causes pain, misalignment and other issues.
- To identify the impacted teeth.
- Orthodontic treatment: Plan orthodontic treatment, and to calculate treatment outcomes.
- Surgery: Surgeons used this method for pre-surgical and after surgery analysis.
- It ensures facial symmetry.
Advantages of lateral Cephalogram:
- Non- invasive and painless
- No special preparation required
- It has lower radiation exposure
- Detailed skeletal analysis
- This is time efficient
- Provides detailed assessment of bone structures
Limitations of Lateral Cephalogram:
- Not suitable for all diagnosis, only useful for dental assessment.
- It provides a 2D structure.
- It doesn’t provide detailed images of nerves, muscle or deep structures.
- Need more tests and scans for better results and detections.
What is the average cost of Lateral Cephalogram X-ray?
The cost varies on the centres and their key features like- what machine they use, location and all factors. Our top world class advanced machines are the reason for our becoming the best diagnostic centre in Delhi NCR.
Ganesh Diagnostic and imaging Centre offers this test at the cheapest cost of Lateral Cephalogram X-ray at the lowest cost, just only in 250-300 inr.
Why choose Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre?
- Premium care
- 100% good results
- NABL & NABH accredited
- 24X7 Open
- Free Ambulance service
- Expert Doctors consultations
- Fully equipped labs
- 100% accurate reports
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Along with Lateral Cephalogram X-ray other test that are necessary, you should book now-
- X-RAY Skull AP (Book Now)
- X-ray Skull (Book Now)
- X Ray Base Of Skull (Book Now)
- X-ray Skull AP And Lateral Views (Book Now)
- OPG (Orthopantomogram) Dental X-Ray (Book Now)
Conclusion:
A lateral Cephalogram X-ray is a valuable and indispensable tool in dentistry and orthodontics. For pre and after surgery it is necessary, it helps to evaluate the conditions and treatment. This specialized type of X-ray imaging technique provides detailed insights into the structure of skull, teeth and soft tissues.
Whether you’re considering braces, jaw surgery or sleep apnea treatment, lateral cephalogram can help you in all situations.
If you need a lateral cephalogram X-ray, consult your doctor and take all precautions recommended.
FAQS-
Q. Is lateral cephalogram X-ray painful?
No, the process is completely non-invasive.and painless.
Q. What are the preparations I need to do for Lateral Cephalogram X-ray?
No, special preparation needed just remember to avoid wearing tight clothes, jewellery, and consult your doctor if you've had any metal implants before.
Q. Who needs Lateral Cephalogram X-ray?
- People undergoing surgeries related to the jaw, or any facial trauma.
- Children who need monitoring for skeletal growth.
- People suffering with sleep apnea
