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Ultrasound Dimensions frequently asked questions and
information about 3D and 4D ultrasound!
 WHY IS ULTRASOUND DIMENSIONS UNIQUE?
WHAT IS FOUR-DIMENSIONAL (4D) ULTRASOUND?
WHEN IN THE PREGNANCY IS THE BEST TIME FOR YOUR 3D FOETAL IMAGING ULTRASOUND SESSION?
PARENT AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDER UNDERSTANDING
WHO PERFORMS THE ULTRASOUND?
GENDER ASSESSMENT
WHAT IF I AM NOT SATISFIED WITH MY IMAGES?
SHOULD I MAKE AN APPOINTMENT IN ADVANCE?
WHAT PREPARATION IS NEEDED FOR MY ULTRASOUND SESSION?
IS 3D ULTRASOUND SAFE?
At Ultrasound Dimensions, we offer you advanced technology, experienced professionals and warm, friendly service.
Our state-of-the-art Philips Medical iu22 intelligence system provides the very best available imaging of your baby. This next generation of ultrasound technology processes images so rapidly that real-time display is virtually free of the "jerkiness" typical of earlier 3D ultrasound equipment. This means a smoother video experience both in session on our plasma screen, and afterwards on DVD in the comfort of your home.
Our highly qualified ultrasonographers have many years of experience in obstetrical ultrasound. This ensures not only professional operating standards, but also optimal imaging of the baby in an efficient timely manner, so that none of your session time is wasted.
At Ultrasound Dimensions we strive to make your visit an enjoyable and relaxing one, with friendly staff in a warm and comfortable setting. To add to your Ultrasound Dimensions experience, we encourage you to bring family and friends along!
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The fourth dimension is time, which means that your baby can be viewed in real time. You will see your baby moving, and with a little luck, you might catch a yawn, a hiccup or even thumb sucking.
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We recommend that the 3D/4D scan be performed between 22 and 37 weeks gestation. If it is a twin gestation book at around 25 weeks. A diagnostic ultrasound should already have been performed by your health care provider. See our calendar here for more information!
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Your Ultrasound Dimensions 3d baby scan session is for non-diagnostic purposes only. If you wish to have a diagnostic exam we are also able to provide that service to you.
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Monica Healy IIR, ARDMS, CARDUP will perform the scan. She brings 25 years of medical ultrasound experience to the business. Having a registered diagnostic medical sonographer with extensive ultrasound imaging experience ensures timely, optimal imaging making the most of your ultrasound session.
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Gender assessment is an optional feature with all packages and can be obtained after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Adequate foetal positioning is essential to assessing the baby's gender. The ultrasonographer will give you her or his best assessment.
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Image quality varies from scan to scan depending on many factors including foetal position, location of the placenta, quantity of amniotic fluid around the baby, mother's condition, and bladder fullness. For these reasons, image quality cannot be guaranteed. While it is rare that we cannot get a suitable image, we may arrange another session on a later date at no charge.
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Yes, ultrasound appointments should be made as early as possible! Weekends and evenings are the most popular appointment times. BOOK HERE TODAY!
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Some ultrasound exams do require that you have a full bladder. However a full bladder is not needed for your 3D 4D ultrasound session. Overall hydration increases the amount of amniotic fluid around the baby which translates into better pictures. It is important that you drink lots of water in the few days leading up to your ultrasound. On the day of your ultrasound scan however, we will have you empty your bladder before beginning as to optimize visualization. This is different from other ultrasounds!
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Yes, ultrasound has been used safely in obstetrics for over 30 years. There is no evidence of any harmful effects from the use of ultrasound. We believe in informed consent, and therefore offer you the following link and ask you to form your own opinion.
http://my.webmd.com/content/article/97/104332?src=rss_cbsnews
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