Advanced Dental Technology in Minnetonka, MN
When you choose Wise Decision Wisdom Teeth Specialists, you are putting your care in the hands of board-certified oral surgeons who use advanced tools to plan and perform your procedure. Dr. Kirby Johnson also offers fellowship training. The dental technology Hennepin County patients find at our practice goes beyond what most general dental offices offer — and wisdom teeth patients start with a complimentary consultation that includes a panoramic X-ray at no cost.
Technology That Supports Safer, More Precise Oral Surgery
Every piece of imaging equipment in our practice serves one purpose: giving your surgeon the clearest possible picture of your anatomy before making a single incision. This is the dental technology Hennepin County patients rely on for safer procedures and smoother recoveries.
Cone Beam CT / 3D Imaging
A cone beam CT scan captures a complete 3D view of your teeth, jawbone, nerves, and sinuses. Unlike a standard X-ray, this scan reveals anatomy from every angle. Your surgeon uses it to measure distances, identify nerve pathways, and plan extractions or implants with millimeter accuracy. Learn more about 3D CT / Cone Beam Imaging and how it works.
Panoramic X-Ray (Panorex) in Your Wisdom Teeth Consultation
A panoramic X-ray takes a single, wide image of your entire mouth — all your teeth, both jaws, and surrounding structures. This quick scan is included at no charge for wisdom teeth patients during your first visit. It gives your surgeon the full picture needed to evaluate your wisdom teeth, identify potential issues, and recommend next steps. Read more about our Panoramic X-Ray (Panorex).
Digital X-Rays and Nomad Portable X-Ray
For targeted imaging during procedures or for patients with limited mobility, we use digital X-rays and a portable Nomad X-ray unit. Digital X-rays use up to 90 percent less radiation than traditional film, and images appear instantly on a screen. The Nomad handheld system lets us capture clear images without moving you from your chair. These tools are part of our Diagnostics & Technology suite designed for patient comfort and convenience.
Regenerative and Advanced Therapy Options
After surgery, your body’s natural healing process can be supported with therapies that use your own cells. These options help reduce inflammation, protect the extraction site, and encourage tissue regeneration.
Category 1 Anesthesia Facility Standards
Our practice meets the highest state and national standards for anesthesia safety. This means we have emergency equipment, trained staff, and protocols in place that exceed typical dental office requirements. And during IV sedation, double board-certified pediatric anesthesiologists are on-site. For more on what this means for your care, see our Anesthesia Options page.
Pediatric Anesthesiologists
Double board-certified MD specialists on-site during IV sedation.
Exceeding Facility Norms
Full emergency monitoring and specialized surgical equipment.
How Our Technology Benefits You as a Patient
Each tool in our practice is chosen with your experience in mind. Faster scans mean less time in the chair. Digital images mean no bulky films. Advanced diagnostics mean fewer surprises. And the complimentary panoramic X-ray lowers the barrier to simply having your wisdom teeth evaluated. You can schedule your Wisdom Teeth Consultation knowing you will start with the best possible picture of your oral health.
Faster Scans
High-speed digital capture drastically reduces scanning duration, keeping your overall chair time to a minimum.
Digital Comfort
Instant electronic viewing on high-resolution screens eliminates uncomfortable traditional film plates.
Fewer Surprises
Millimeter-precise 3D visualization identifies nerve pathways and anatomical structures long before procedure day.
Panorex for Wisdom Teeth Patients
Your initial consultation includes a comprehensive panoramic scan at zero out-of-pocket cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cone beam CT scanning gives your surgeon a detailed 3D view of your teeth, nerves, sinuses, and jawbone. It helps plan extractions, identify risks like nerve proximity, and guide implant placement. The scan takes seconds and delivers far more information than a standard dental X-ray.
Yes. For wisdom teeth patients, your initial consultation includes a panoramic X-ray at no charge. This imaging gives your surgeon the full picture needed to evaluate your wisdom teeth or other oral surgery needs. It does not affect your dental insurance benefits in any way.
Our practice is designed specifically for oral surgery, so our imaging tools — cone beam CT, panoramic X-ray, and digital X-rays — are more advanced than what most general dentists use. For example, a panoramic X-ray captures your entire mouth in a single image, while a typical dental office might take multiple smaller X-rays. This level of detail allows our board-certified surgeons to plan care more precisely.