Dental panoramic scanners and 3D dental scanners have significantly improved the predictability of the results of dental interventions, especially regarding surgical ones. However, with their appearance, the question arose whether these technologies are completely harmless to human health or can help the emergence of tumors and the development of cancer. Therefore, we will try to understand the relationship between the benefits and risks of this type of research, while describing in detail the precautions that must be taken to avoid future health problems.