Private Facial Bones CT Scan from £499
A CT scan of the facial bones produces detailed images of the bones around the face, eye sockets, nose and sinuses. It may be useful after injury or when a clinician needs to assess bony anatomy in more detail.
What can a facial bones CT scan assess?
CT shows bone detail and the relationship between facial structures. The scan area and protocol depend on the clinical question; it does not replace an eye or neurological examination where one is needed.
Why might a clinician recommend this scan?
- Assessment of suspected facial bone fractures after injury
- Detailed review of the eye sockets, cheekbones, nose or jaw region where included
- Investigation of selected structural abnormalities
- Planning for selected specialist treatment
How to prepare
Follow appointment instructions and remove metal objects near the head or face as requested. Tell the team if you are pregnant or may be pregnant. Significant facial injury or changes in vision need urgent clinical assessment.
Safety and limitations
CT uses ionising radiation. It is selected when detailed bone imaging is useful. If the concern is mainly soft tissue, an alternative examination may be more appropriate.
CT uses ionising radiation. The imaging team considers whether the expected diagnostic benefit justifies the exposure and uses an appropriate protocol. Some CT examinations use contrast; the team will explain this and check relevant safety information.
How does it compare with other scans?
Plain X-rays provide less detailed views of complex facial anatomy. CT can show fractures and their extent more clearly when clinically indicated.
More than a scan: doctor-led care before and after
Your scan is part of a supported care pathway. You do not need to arrange your own referral.
Before your scan: GP consultation
Discuss your symptoms, medical history and concerns with a GP. This helps you understand whether the scan is appropriate and what the examination is intended to investigate. If imaging is clinically appropriate, PrivateScans arranges the referral as part of the process.
After your scan: understand the report
Your images are reviewed and reported by a Consultant Radiologist. Your post-scan GP consultation gives you an opportunity to discuss the report in context, ask questions and understand possible next steps.
Included with your service
- Pre-scan GP consultation
- Private medical referral where appropriate
- Consultant Radiologist’s report
- Digital access to your images and report
- Post-scan GP consultation
- Dedicated Patient Care Team support
Consultation fee: You pay £25 when you book. If you proceed with the scan, the £25 is deducted from the scan price. If you do not proceed, you pay only the £25 consultation fee.
Facial Bones CT scan FAQs
Practical answers about booking, preparation, reporting and the clinical pathway.
How much does a private facial bones CT scan cost?
A private facial bones CT scan starts from £499. You pay £25 for the pre-scan GP consultation when you book. If you go ahead with the scan, the £25 is deducted from the scan price. If you decide not to proceed, you only pay the £25 consultation fee. If you are unsure whether this scan is right for you, speak to a doctor today.
Do I need a referral?
No, you do not need to arrange your own referral. You start with a pre-scan GP consultation with PrivateScans. The GP discusses your symptoms and medical history and, if the scan is clinically appropriate, PrivateScans arranges the referral as part of the process.
Who reports my scan?
Your images are reviewed and formally reported by a Consultant Radiologist. The written report explains the imaging findings; your post-scan GP consultation helps you discuss the results in the context of your symptoms and possible next steps.
When will I receive my report?
Your Consultant Radiologist’s report is usually available within 3 days of your scan.
What happens before and after the scan?
Your service includes a pre-scan GP consultation, referral arrangements where imaging is clinically appropriate, the scan, a Consultant Radiologist’s report, digital access to your images and report, a post-scan GP consultation and support from the Patient Care Team.
Can a facial CT assess eye symptoms on its own?
Can a facial CT assess eye symptoms on its own? No. New visual loss, double vision after injury or severe facial trauma requires prompt clinical assessment as well as any appropriate imaging.
Unsure whether this scan is right for you?
Speak to a doctor about your symptoms and the most appropriate next step.