Exporting DICOM files (.dcm) from Aceton
Overview of steps
1
Create a patient folder on your Desktop
Make a new folder and name it with the patient’s name
2
Open the patient history in Aceton
Find the most recent CBCT, right-click it, and select “Export DICOMDIR”
3
Choose the patient folder as the export location
In the dialog window, browse to your Desktop, select the patient folder, then click “Select Folder”
4
Confirm export completion
When the export finishes successfully, click “OK”
5
Verify the exported files
Open the patient folder and confirm the .dcm files are present (there should typically be several hundred files)
6
Compress the folder (ZIP) — do not skip this step
On your Desktop, right-click the patient folder and choose Send to → Compressed (zipped) folder. A zipped copy of the folder will be created.
Ready to Submit Your Case?
Create your portal account and upload your CBCT scan to start an interpretation request. You’ll receive email updates when your case is received and accepted.
