Dr. David Hatcher, recognizing the benefits of improving treatment planning and patient outcomes, becomes the first private practice in the United States to scan dental patients with Cone Beam CT.
As CBCT units increase in popularity, more and more dentists start mailing their scans to Dr. Hatcher for his assessment.
With growing piles of CDs on his desk, the need for a system and the support of additional radiologists was clear.
Dr. Hatcher's brother, Tom, and his business partner, Craig Dial, drafted the concept of what would become BeamReaders over Thanksgiving at the dinner table.
Their initial prototype proved it was possible to securely manage large CBCT .DICOM files over the internet and create a network of radiologist professionals.
In less than five months from sketch to Version 1.0, BeamReaders accepts and completes its first ever submitted radiology report.
BeamReaaders, nearing it's 20th year, continues its original mission of providing imaging expertise to the dental field with over 70 oral and maxillofacial radiologists on staff and over 10,000 doctors supported.
Since BeamReaders' inception, CBCT imaging has become even more essential to modern dentistry. As a dental practice, you need expert analysis to unlock the full clinical value of every scan. BeamReaders' oral and maxillofacial radiologists help you decode scan complexity, leading to improved treatment planning, clearer patient communication, and better outcomes.
Our team of over 70 expert OMRs delivers expert interpretations through our secure online platform, now known as VoxDental. Upload your scans, access cloud storage, and share cases seamlessly. Every report is tailored to your clinical purpose, includes comprehensive pathology review, and captures all critical findings.
BeamReaders has built North America's largest team of OMRs by fostering excellence and collaboration. Our radiologists, whether teaching at elite institutions, serving in the armed forces, or in full-time private practice, support each other in delivering consistently superior reports.
Every new radiologist completes intensive mentoring with senior team members, with plenty of practice cases and thorough assessments. Our ongoing peer review process and internal study groups ensure continuous growth and development. When complex cases arise, our team taps into collective expertise, giving you confidence in every interpretation.
Our platform continues to evolve with advances in dental radiology. We're excited to explore AI as a powerful tool — not a replacement — to help our radiologists maximize the impact of every scan in your patients' treatment journey.
We’re here to support you and help you excel in your patient’s care by starting with an accurate diagnosis. Tap into our imaging expertise today. Registering is easy, free, and secure.
