X-Nav
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Ensure Well-Placed Implants With X-Nav in Virginia Beach
Your treatment begins with a cone beam CT scan and a digital plan for each implant. During surgery, cameras track the drill and your jaw at the same time. A screen shows the drill's exact position compared to the plan, so your surgeon can make small corrections instantly. This added visibility helps protect nearby nerves. Because no printed guide is needed, your surgeon can also adjust the plan on the spot if conditions change.
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Learn How the
X-Nav System Guides Implant Placement
X-Nav is a dynamic navigation system that works much like GPS for your mouth. Before your procedure, your surgeon uses a 3-D scan to plan where each implant should go. Small tracking markers are then attached to the drill and to a lightweight clip on your teeth.
During your implant procedure, special cameras follow these markers many times per second. The screen displays a live 3-D view of the drill's angle and depth against the plan. Your surgeon watches this view while working, making steady adjustments to stay on target.
Dynamic navigation differs from robotic guidance. Instead of a robotic arm, it relies on visual feedback that the surgeon follows by hand. Having both options lets your surgeon match the technology to your anatomy and treatment plan.
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Live Visual Feedback
Your surgeon sees the drill's position on screen at every moment, allowing quick corrections during placement.
No Printed Guides
Dynamic navigation skips the custom surgical template, which can shorten the wait between planning and surgery.
Easier Mouth Access
Without a bulky guide in the mouth, X-Nav works well for back teeth and limited jaw opening.
Protected Anatomy
Real-time tracking helps your surgeon keep a safe distance from nerves and sinuses throughout the procedure.
Adaptable Treatment
Your surgeon can refine the implant plan during surgery if bone quality or other conditions turn out differently.
Frequently Asked Questions About X-Nav
Q What is X-Nav dynamic navigation?
X-Nav dynamic navigation is an FDA-cleared computer-guided system that tracks dental equipment in real time during implant surgery. It compares the drill's position to a digital plan based on a 3-D scan. The surgeon follows the live display on a screen to place each implant where it was planned.
Q What is the difference between X-Nav and Yomi?
The main difference between X-Nav and Yomi is how each system guides the surgeon. X-Nav provides visual guidance on a screen, while Yomi uses a robotic arm that gives physical feedback. Both rely on a 3-D scan and digital plan. Each offers advantages depending on the implant site and the person's anatomy.
Q Is dynamic navigation more precise than freehand implant placement?
Dynamic navigation is generally more precise than freehand implant placement. Research shows navigated implants tend to be placed closer to the planned position and angle. This matters most near nerves and in areas with limited bone. Freehand placement depends entirely on the surgeon's visual judgment and experience without live digital feedback.
Q Does X-Nav require a surgical guide for implants?
X-Nav does not require a printed surgical guide for implants. Traditional guided surgery relies on a custom template that must be designed and made in advance. With dynamic navigation, guidance comes from the live screen instead. This can shorten overall treatment time and let the surgeon adjust the plan during surgery when needed.
Q Is X-Nav guided implant surgery safe?
X-Nav implant surgery is considered safe when performed by a trained oral surgeon. The live display shows how close the surgeon's instrument is to nerves and sinuses at every moment. This added visibility helps the surgeon avoid sensitive areas. The surgeon remains in full control of each step throughout the procedure.
Q Does X-Nav make implant surgery less invasive?
X-Nav can make implant surgery less invasive in some situations. Because the surgeon sees the bone and planned path on screen, smaller openings in the gums may be possible. Less tissue disruption can mean less swelling and a more comfortable recovery. The best technique depends on bone quality and the implant site.
Q How long does X-Nav implant surgery take?
X-Nav implant surgery often takes about the same time as traditional implant surgery, or less. A brief setup is needed to attach the tracking clip and calibrate the system. Because planning happens ahead of time, placement itself can move efficiently. Total time depends on how many implants are placed and whether grafting is needed.
Q Can X-Nav be used for full-arch implants?
X-Nav can be used for full-arch implants, to help place angled implants that anchor a full set of replacement teeth. Real-time tracking is especially valuable when bone is limited and implants must avoid nerves or sinuses. Precise placement helps the final arch fit well and function comfortably.
