xNav guided implants
xNav Guided Dental Implants in Chevy Chase, MD
xNav dynamic navigation is like GPS for selected implant procedures: it helps guide implant angle, depth, and position in real time using 3D planning data.
What patients usually need to know first
Radiant Dental Care uses CBCT imaging and xNav dynamic navigation when the added guidance is clinically useful. For Dr. Jay Siddiqui, the goal is not using technology for its own sake - it is using the right planning tools to protect anatomy and create a better restorative result.
How xNav is different from a printed guide
A printed surgical guide is fixed before surgery. xNav gives live feedback during surgery, showing the planned path and the actual drill position in real time. Both tools can be useful; the right choice depends on the case.
Where navigation can help
Dynamic navigation can be especially helpful when spacing is tight, esthetics are demanding, anatomy is close, or the final crown position needs very careful planning.
- Single front-tooth implants where angulation affects the final crown
- Molars near the sinus or nerve path
- Multiple implants where parallelism matters
- Cases where a static guide is not ideal or needs flexibility
Planning starts with the final tooth
Implants should be planned from the final crown backward. That means the tooth position, bite, gum line, smile, and hygiene access are considered before surgery.
The patient experience
The process usually includes a consultation, CBCT scan, digital plan, surgical visit, healing phase, and final restoration. Some cases may allow immediate temporary teeth; others should heal first.
Common questions
Talk through your options with Dr. Jay
A focused consultation is the fastest way to understand what is realistic for your mouth, timeline, and budget.
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