Serving Walsall • 341 Birmingham Road, Great Barr B43 7AP
CBCT and OPG scans for Walsall: straight down the A34 to Great Barr
Our imaging hub sits on the A34 Birmingham Road, the main road out of Walsall towards Birmingham. From Walsall town centre it is about three miles by car, or a short ride on the 51 bus, which stops close by.
- GDC regulated
- CQC registered
- IRMER-compliant
Prices
- CBCT scan£139 per arch
- OPG (including assessment)£79
- Radiology report (optional)£115
Getting here from Walsall
By car
From Walsall town centre, follow the A34 Birmingham Road south towards Great Barr and Birmingham. The hub is at 341 Birmingham Road, B43 7AP, about three miles from the town centre and typically around 10–15 minutes’ drive, depending on traffic. You reach us shortly before M6 junction 7. If you are coming off the M6 at J7, we are about half a mile up the A34 towards Walsall.
For parking questions, please call before your visit and we will advise.
By bus
The National Express West Midlands 51 runs between Walsall and Birmingham along the A34. It is frequent on weekday daytimes. Board at Walsall bus station or the Town Hall stop heading towards Birmingham. Get off at Grove Vale, Chapel Lane, a short walk from the hub. Some X51 journeys also stop at Chapel Lane. Check the current timetable on the Network West Midlands journey planner before travelling.
Why Walsall patients come to us
Not every dental practice has its own CBCT scanner. When a Walsall dentist needs a 3D view, for example before an implant, a lower wisdom tooth extraction or a complex root canal, the patient needs somewhere nearby to have the scan. They then return to their own dentist for treatment. That is the gap we fill.
- We only scan. We are a diagnostic-only imaging service, so your treatment stays with your own dentist. We respect existing treatment plans and patient relationships.
- Short visits. A CBCT appointment is normally around 10–15 minutes, and an OPG 5–10 minutes.
- Fixed fees. CBCT £139 per arch, OPG £79 including assessment, and an optional radiology report at £115. See prices.
- Accessible. We have step-free and wheelchair access. Tell us about any other needs when you book.
Scans Walsall dentists most often ask for
Implant planning
3D measurements of bone height and width and the position of the nerve and sinus. Datasets work with most planning software. See CBCT for implants.
Lower wisdom teeth
Where an OPG suggests the roots are close to the nerve. See wisdom teeth scans.
Root canal problems
Small-field, high-detail CBCT for complex anatomy, suspected fractures or retreatment. See endodontic CBCT.
OPG overview
A quick panoramic X-ray when a full-mouth overview is what’s needed. See OPG scans.
How booking works
- Have a referring dentist? They can refer through our online form without paying anything online. Alternatively, you can book and enter their details yourself.
- No dentist? You can still use the booking form. It adds a short consultation (£54) so a clinician can decide whether a scan is justified, as UK radiation law requires.
- Choose a time or ask for a call. Booking a specific appointment online needs a £30 deposit, which is deducted on the day. Or request a callback and pay nothing online.
- After the scan, files go securely to your dentist, usually the same day.
On the day
Please arrive a few minutes early so we can check your details and explain the scan. You will be asked to remove metal items around your head, such as earrings, glasses and hair clips. Metal causes streaks on the images. If you are, or might be, pregnant, tell us before the scan. If you feel nervous about X-rays, say so. We will talk you through each step and how long it takes.
For Walsall practices
Use the online referral form to send patient details, the clinical question and any previous radiographs. Patients are usually seen within 24–48 hours. Small, medium and large fields of view are available, up to 16 cm × 9 cm. Dose information for your IR(ME)R records can be provided on request. Tell us whether you will evaluate the full volume or want a formal radiology report. Full details are on our for dentists page.
Book or refer Call 01922 326040
Not sure which scan you need? Read CBCT vs OPG or what is a CBCT scan?
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to you from Walsall by bus?
Take the National Express West Midlands 51 (Walsall–Birmingham) from Walsall bus station or the Town Hall stop towards Birmingham. Get off at Grove Vale, Chapel Lane, which is a short walk from 341 Birmingham Road. Some X51 journeys also stop there. Timetables change, so check the Network West Midlands journey planner before you travel.
How long is the drive from Walsall?
From Walsall town centre it is about 3 miles along the A34 Birmingham Road, typically around 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic. The hub is just north of M6 junction 7, on the Walsall side.
My dentist is in Walsall. Will they get the scan?
Yes. DICOM files and JPG previews go securely to your referring practice, usually the same day. Complex cases may take up to 24 hours. Your dentist then explains the results and carries on with your treatment. We are a diagnostic-only service and don’t provide treatment.
Can I come on a Saturday?
We are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm. Saturday and Sunday appointments are by arrangement. Call 01922 326040 to ask.
Ready to arrange a CBCT or OPG scan?
Book online in a few minutes, or call us if you are not sure which scan you need. Dentists can refer with the same form.