Book a CECT Face at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, an NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre, which provides advanced radiology and pathology services. Our high-quality technology of Contrast-enhanced Computed Tomography (CECT) delivers detailed cross-sectional images of the face and soft tissues of the face, taken with intravenous contrast. Using this scan, doctors can diagnose complex disorders of the face, such as a tumour, infection, inflammatory condition, vascular abnormality, traumatic injury, or other conditions with greater accuracy. We have highly trained radiologists who utilize cutting-edge state-of-the-art CT scanners to generate high-resolution images, promptly reported, for accurate diagnosis and effective therapy planning.
About CECT Face
A CECT Face is a complex X-ray computed tomography study with injection of an IV contrast agent used to create detailed images in cross-section of the bones and soft tissues on the face. It improves the clarity of blood vessels, muscles, glands, soft tissue, and even abnormal lesions, presenting a thorough diagnosis of the facial structures.
The scan provides excellent visualization of the blood vessels, skin, adjacent soft tissue structures, maxilla, mandible, paranasal sinuses, orbital bones, zygomatic bones, facial muscles, and salivary glands, as well as the nasal bones and the facial bones.
In Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, the technology of the advanced CT machine provides high-quality contrast-enhanced images that help maxillofacial surgeons, ENT doctors, plastic surgeons, and oncologists diagnose and treat the different disorders of the face.
What is a CECT Face?
A non-invasive imaging procedure using intravenous contrast dye is a CECT Face. It creates images with very high resolution of facial bones and soft tissues, allowing the physician to assess the nature of tumors, infections, inflammatory diseases, vascular anomalies, traumatic injuries, and other disorders of the facial area with considerable accuracy.
This scan is usually ordered when patients have facial swelling, chronic facial pain, a possible tumour, fistulous infections in the deep tissues of the face, vascular lesions, or when a detailed knowledge of the face is needed before surgical intervention or treatment.
Common Reasons for CECT Face
Persistent facial swelling
Suspected facial tumours or masses
Facial infections or abscesses
Evaluation of inflammatory facial conditions
Facial trauma with soft tissue injury
Assessment of vascular abnormalities
Pre-operative surgical planning
Follow-up after surgery or treatment
Conditions Evaluated
Facial Tumours
Helps detect and evaluate benign and malignant tumours affecting the facial bones and soft tissues.
Facial Infections
Assesses cellulitis, abscesses, deep facial infections, and inflammatory changes.
Salivary Gland Disorders
Evaluates infections, tumours, cysts, and other abnormalities involving the salivary glands.
Vascular Abnormalities
Provides enhanced visualization of blood vessels to detect vascular malformations, aneurysms, and other vascular conditions.
Soft Tissue Disorders
Evaluates muscles, connective tissues, and other facial soft tissue abnormalities.
Post-Traumatic and Post-Surgical Changes
Monitors healing and evaluates complications following facial trauma, reconstructive surgery, or other procedures.
Who Should Consider This Scan?
Your doctor may recommend this examination if you:
Have persistent facial swelling or pain
Have suspected facial tumours or infections
Require evaluation of salivary gland disorders
Have experienced facial trauma involving soft tissues
Need detailed imaging before surgery
Require follow-up imaging after treatment
Benefits of CECT Face
Provides detailed contrast-enhanced images of facial bones and soft tissues
Helps detect tumours, infections, inflammatory conditions, and vascular abnormalities
Offers excellent visualization of facial anatomy
Supports accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
Fast, minimally invasive examination using advanced CT technology
Enables comprehensive evaluation of complex facial disorders
Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?
Experienced Radiologists
Advanced Contrast-Enhanced CT Scan Technology
NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre
Accurate and reliable reporting
Affordable and transparent pricing
Comprehensive Radiology and Pathology services under one roof
Book Your CECT Face
Are you searching for a CECT Scan Centre, CECT Face, or best CT scan centre? Schedule an appointment at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. We have a well-trained clinical team that provides safe and accurate contrast-enhanced CT imaging for facial tumours, infections, inflammatory conditions, vascular abnormalities, trauma, and other maxillofacial disorders, giving patients a timely diagnosis.
Test information: Fasting : 04 hours
Reporting: Within 24 hours*
Fasting for 4–6 hours may be required before a CECT Face scan. Follow the specific instructions provided by your doctor or diagnostic centre.
Drink adequate water unless advised otherwise. You may be asked to continue drinking fluids before and after the scan to help eliminate the contrast material from your body.
Wear comfortable clothing and remove earrings, nose rings, spectacles, dentures (if advised), hearing aids, hairpins, jewellery, or any metallic objects from the head and facial region before the examination.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any history of allergy to iodinated contrast material.
Inform your doctor and radiology team if you have kidney disease, diabetes, asthma, thyroid disorders, or are taking medications such as Metformin, as special precautions may be required before contrast administration.
Inform your doctor about any history of facial trauma, reconstructive surgery, dental implants, orthodontic braces, maxillofacial surgery, or previous facial fractures.
Carry previous CT scans, MRI reports, X-rays, OPG (Dental X-ray), ENT or Maxillofacial consultation notes, or other relevant medical records, if available, for comparison and accurate evaluation.
During contrast injection, you may experience a temporary warm sensation or metallic taste in the mouth, which is normal and usually disappears within a few minutes.
Follow the CT technician's instructions carefully and remain completely still during image acquisition to obtain clear, high-quality images.
Arrive 15–20 minutes before your scheduled appointment for registration, preparation, and contrast evaluation.
CECT Face जांच से पहले 4–6 घंटे का उपवास (Fasting) करना पड़ सकता है। कृपया अपने डॉक्टर या डायग्नोस्टिक सेंटर द्वारा दिए गए निर्देशों का पालन करें।
यदि डॉक्टर द्वारा मना न किया गया हो, तो पर्याप्त मात्रा में पानी पिएं। जांच के बाद भी अधिक पानी पीने की सलाह दी जा सकती है ताकि कॉन्ट्रास्ट शरीर से आसानी से बाहर निकल सके।
जांच के लिए आरामदायक कपड़े पहनें तथा कान की बालियां, नाक की ज्वेलरी, चश्मा, डेंचर (यदि सलाह दी जाए), हियरिंग एड, हेयरपिन और चेहरे एवं सिर के आसपास की सभी धातु की वस्तुएं हटा दें।
यदि आप गर्भवती हैं, गर्भावस्था की संभावना है, स्तनपान करा रही हैं, या आयोडीन युक्त कॉन्ट्रास्ट से एलर्जी का इतिहास है, तो जांच से पहले डॉक्टर को अवश्य बताएं।
यदि आपको किडनी की बीमारी, मधुमेह (Diabetes), अस्थमा, थायरॉइड रोग है या आप Metformin जैसी दवा ले रहे हैं, तो इसकी जानकारी डॉक्टर और रेडियोलॉजी टीम को दें।
यदि आपकी चेहरे की सर्जरी, मैक्सिलोफेशियल सर्जरी, डेंटल इम्प्लांट, ब्रेसेस, पुनर्निर्माण (Reconstructive) सर्जरी या चेहरे की हड्डी में फ्रैक्चर हुआ हो, तो इसकी जानकारी अवश्य दें।
यदि उपलब्ध हों, तो पिछली CT Scan, MRI रिपोर्ट, X-ray, OPG (Dental X-ray), ENT या Maxillofacial विशेषज्ञ की रिपोर्ट अथवा अन्य संबंधित मेडिकल रिकॉर्ड साथ लेकर आएं।
कॉन्ट्रास्ट इंजेक्शन के दौरान शरीर में हल्की गर्माहट या मुंह में धातु जैसा स्वाद महसूस हो सकता है, जो सामान्य है और कुछ ही मिनटों में समाप्त हो जाता है।
जांच के दौरान CT तकनीशियन के निर्देशों का पालन करें और स्पष्ट एवं सटीक इमेज प्राप्त करने के लिए पूरी तरह स्थिर रहें।
पंजीकरण, तैयारी तथा कॉन्ट्रास्ट मूल्यांकन के लिए निर्धारित समय से 15–20 मिनट पहले पहुंचें।
The patient is positioned comfortably on the CT scanner table with the head and face properly aligned to obtain accurate images of the facial structures.
An intravenous (IV) cannula is inserted into a vein, and a contrast agent is administered during the examination to enhance visualization of blood vessels, soft tissues, glands, and abnormal lesions.
The CT scanner acquires high-resolution contrast-enhanced cross-sectional images of the facial bones, maxilla, mandible, zygomatic bones, orbital bones, nasal bones, salivary glands, facial muscles, paranasal sinuses, blood vessels, and surrounding soft tissues.
The patient is instructed to remain completely still during image acquisition and may be asked to hold their breath briefly to minimize motion artefacts and improve image quality.
The procedure is safe, minimally invasive, and generally completed within 10–15 minutes, although the total visit may take longer due to preparation and contrast administration.
The radiologist carefully reviews the images to assess the facial bones, soft tissues, blood vessels, glands, and any pathological findings, helping guide accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
After detailed evaluation, the final report is generally available within 04 hours.
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