Modern "Smile Architecture" at Hendricks Family Dentistry utilizes 3D Cone Beam CT Scanning (CBCT) to create a digital roadmap of your mouth. Unlike traditional 2D X-rays, this 360-degree imaging gives Dr. Hendricks a high-definition view of your bone density, nerve pathways, and sinus anatomy—ensuring that treatments like dental implants or full-mouth restorations are precisely planned before your procedure ever begins.

Why February is the Perfect Month to Start Planning Your Smile

While the winter chill keeps us indoors, it also creates the perfect opportunity to begin comprehensive smile planning. Whether you're preparing for a wedding, reunion, vacation, or just want to feel more confident in 2026, February is the ideal time to design your transformation—before the spring calendars fill up.

Think of it as “architectural season” for your smile: when the vision, scans, and digital models come together to lay the groundwork for a completely customized treatment plan.

What Makes CBCT Imaging Different?

3D Cone Beam CT Scanning offers diagnostic clarity that standard dental X-rays simply can’t provide. With this powerful tool, our team can visualize:

• The exact thickness and density of jawbone
• The location of nerves and sinus cavities
• Hidden cracks, infections, or bone loss not visible in 2D imaging

For procedures like dental implants, this allows us to precisely map the ideal implant placement, avoiding complications and improving both success rates and healing times.

Learn more about this technology on our 3D CT Scanning page.

Not Just for Implants: Diagnosing the Root of Winter Pain

During the colder months, many patients come in with symptoms that seem minor—jaw soreness, tooth sensitivity, or sinus-like pressure. CBCT imaging often reveals deeper causes:

• Cracks from clenching or grinding (a common winter stress reaction)
• Infections near the sinus floor that mimic sinus headaches
• Hidden decay or failing dental work that isn’t visible to the eye

Having access to this level of diagnostic detail allows Dr. Hendricks to address issues before they become emergencies—and guide patients toward restorative solutions that last.

See the Future of Your Smile—Before We Begin

Using digital planning software, our team creates a virtual model of your final result, giving you a clear picture of what to expect. Whether you're replacing a single tooth or planning a full smile makeover, you'll see how your teeth, bite, and even facial profile will look post-treatment.

This clarity offers:

• Predictable outcomes
• Fewer surprises
• Reduced anxiety for complex treatments

For our patients from Strongsville, Hinckley, and Brunswick, it’s the kind of peace of mind that turns hesitation into confidence.

Start Your Blueprint Today

Whether you’re considering implants, major restorative work, or just want answers about ongoing jaw or sinus pain, our team is here to guide you.

Start your blueprint today. Call Hendricks Family Dentistry in Brunswick at (330) 225-1433 to schedule your 3D imaging consultation and start planning your 2026 smile goals.