Overview
We provide a full range of radiographic services from intraoral digital imaging to 3-D imaging services using the state-of-the-art Accuitomo and i-CAT computerized cone beam devices. We serve existing patients from the dental school’s numerous clinics, and accept referrals from outside dentists and physicians.
Services
We provide a full range of radiographic services from intraoral digital imaging to 3-D imaging services using the state-of-the-art Accuitomo and i-CAT computerized cone beam devices. This allows for improved visualization, more concise diagnosis and more focused treatment of diseases in the head and neck.
Fees and Payment Plans
Fees are generally 30 - 40% less than the average private dental office in the Bay Area. We accept most dental insurance plans, including Denti-Cal, Medi-Cal and private insurance, and cash, check, Visa and MasterCard. Full payment is expected at the time of service. Costs vary according to the type and number of images required.
Location and Hours
University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
155 Fifth St., San Francisco, CA 94103
415.929.6586
Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Radiology services are available year-round except during holidays.
How to Become a Patient
If you are a current patient at the dental school and have been referred for X-rays, call 415.929.6586 to schedule an appointment. If you are not a current patient, you must obtain a referral for X-rays from your personal dentist prior to making an appointment.
How to Send Your X-Rays to the Dental Clinic
- Contact your previous dental office (they may have you complete a release of records form)
- Have them send your X-rays to radiology@pacific.edu
- Please make the email subject line your first and last name
- Please include the following information in the email:
i. Patient Name
ii. Patient Date of Birth
iii. Patient email address (so we may notify you of status)
iv. Dates the radiographs were taken
v. X-ray images in JPEG format
Images on CD are acceptable. However, please do NOT bring paper printouts of digital/electronic X-rays.
If your records include a CBCT (3D X-ray), please send in DICOM format and include the radiology report.
If your dental office does not use digital X-rays, please call 415.929.6586 for alternative instructions.
If you have any questions, Radiology can be reached at 415.929.6586.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
All patients should register at the reception desk. The receptionist will confirm your appointment and discuss payment. Your X-rays may be taken by a radiology technician or a dental student, depending on the type of image required. Most simple X-rays of individual teeth are taken by students. The appointment may last for up to 90 minutes depending on the type and number of images required. As soon as the quality of the images is confirmed, you may leave. All X-rays will be interpreted with the supervision of trained faculty. Continuing patients at the dental school will be contacted later by their assigned student dentist.
