X-Navigation/X-Guide

Dental implants are one of the most common issues that develop because of periodontal disease or due to patients experiencing facial trauma. Fortunately, there have been tremendous strides in dental health procedures and technology, which have made dental implant placement faster, more effective, and more precise. Patients undergoing implant surgery will receive no better treatment than surgery performed using Cone Beam CT and X-Navigation/X-Guide. X-Navigation/X-Guide builds off the cone bean system and simplifies and improves the dental implant process by providing dynamic 3D navigation and a single 360-degree view of anatomy and drill position in surgery.

X-Navigation/X-Guide results in improved accuracy and precision of the angle, depth, and position of dental implant placement, and allows for same-day guided surgery to occur, which significantly reduces overall costs to the patients, compared to traditional guides.

Cone Beam CT + X-Navigation/X-Guide

X-Navigation/X-Guide is compatible and often used with Cone Beam CT systems. Cone Beam CT is a popular diagnostic tool that involves moving a cone shaped x-ray beam around the patient, which creates a high resolution, clear 3D images of the oral and facial structures. Cone Beam CT is one of the most effective methods for capturing images that provide periodontists with a view of the patient’s nerves, bone, teeth, soft tissues, airway and nerve pathways in one single scan. The information gathered from these images is a critical component in accurately diagnosing and effectively treating a range of oral health issues.

For patients scheduled for a bone graft or dental implant procedure, the Cone Beam CT scan provides a clear and undistorted view of the bone, nerves, sinuses, soft tissue, teeth, as well as other structures. Using the high-quality 3D images collected from Cone Beam CT and advanced navigation technology, X-Navigation/X-Guide Dynamic then provides turn-by-turn guidance during live surgery, improving the accuracy and ability of your periodontist to deliver exact implant placement and achieve the optimal angle, depth, and position of the implant, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing and optimally functional outcome.

The first step in the X-Navigation/X-Guide process is to make the X-Clip impression. This is a simple and quick process (generally five minutes or under) that involves warming the X-Clip with water to soften it, then pressing the X-Clip to form a two or three tooth impression. Once the impression is made, the X-Clip is removed and placed in an ice bath to harden.

Once the clip has hardened, the X-Clip is placed on the patient, and Cone Beam CT scans are taken. Next, the optimal location for the placement of the dental implant is determined using X-Navigation/X-Guide planning software, which includes nerve visualization, virtual teeth, and parallel planning tools. Once the optimal location for the dental implant has been determined, we will calibrate the Patient Tracker and Handpiece Tracker to synch for real-time guidance during the procedure. Once the calibration is complete, the patient is given a general anesthetic or dental sedation, and once they are comfortable, these trackers are placed on the patient’s teeth. Once in place, we will calculate drill bit length by touching the drill on the Go-Plate, then surrounding anatomy to ensure the position. Following this, the implant procedure is performed, with X-Navigation/X-Guide providing turn-by-turn guidance every step of the way.

Benefits of X-Navigation/X-Guide

X-Navigation/X-Guide used along with Cone Beam CT has elevated the dental implant process, and now provides periodontists and oral surgeons with an unparalleled level of precision and control. As a result, patients in need of a dental implant will enjoy a reduction in the time involved in the process, resulting in lowered costs and increased efficacy of the implants.

Additional benefits of X-Navigation/X-Guide, both to the patient and the user, include the following:

  • Accuracy of implant placement significantly higher than freehand
  • Allows for same-day guided surgery to be performed
  • Provides direct visualization of surgical site
  • Eliminates the need for surgical templates
  • Provides the option of adapting treatment plan during surgery if necessary
  • Provides control of drill even when the drill is not visible
  • Designed to fit in surgical rooms and takes up minimal space
  • Accommodates various surgical positions

How Much Does X-Navigation/X-Guide Cost?

X-Navigation/X-Guide will increase the overall costs of your diagnosis and treatment slightly, as compared to traditional methods; however, the benefits of having X-Navigation/X-Guide make the added costs money well spent. The ultimate cost of your diagnosis and treatment plan will be informed by how many dental implants are being placed and what is covered by your insurance plan. We will discuss expected overall costs prior to performing X-Navigation/X-Guide and/or any related procedures and go over available payment options to ensure you have a clear understanding of what to expect.

Our team is committed to helping you complete necessary paperwork, schedule appointments, and answer any questions you have concerning billing. For patients who have insurance plans, we do request you submit medical/dental insurance information with your New Patient Paperwork to expedite this process.

Please note: to reduce costs to our patients while still ensuring that we can provide the highest level of care, we have the following financial polices:

  • We accept Discover, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express
  • Full payment is due after services rendered
  • Payment plan options are available via www.CareCredit.com

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At ROOT™ Periodontal and Implant Center, we take your health, confidence, and teeth seriously, which is why we are committed to providing you with high quality delivered using the latest in dental technology. In addition to recognizing the importance of your oral health, we also understand the importance of your time, which is why we are committed to making every visit to our clinic as efficient as possible.

If you would like to learn more about X-Navigation/X-Guide, schedule an appointment or consultation today with our friendly, helpful staff, who can be reached at the following locations: Carrollton: (972) 242-7603; Denton: (940) 566-7021, Flower Mound: (972) 434-8050; Frisco: (469) 489-ROOT.

We look forward to serving you and your smile and having you on your way as soon as possible!

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Dr. Patel

Periodontist

The training that Dr. Patel has received has given him a wide range of experience in treating advanced periodontal disease, complicated extractions of teeth, placement of dental implants, bone regenerative procedures, as well as in periodontal plastic surgery/cosmetic procedures.

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Dr. Pooria Fallah

Periodontist

Dr. Fallah received his DDS degree in 2009 and subsequently completed his residency program in Periodontics at New York University College of Dentistry in 2015. He became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontics in 2016 and has been practicing periodontics in private practice in Dallas since 2015.

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Dr. Husain

Periodontist

Dr. Husain is proficient in dental surgical procedures involving bone and soft tissue grafting, dental implant placement, minimally invasive LANAP and other laser procedures, and treating chronic periodontal diseases.

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Dr. Li

Periodontist

Dr. Li is a Board-Certified periodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. A Diplomate is a periodontist who has made significant achievements beyond the mandatory educational requirements of the specialty, demonstrating a comprehensive mastery of all phases of periodontal disease and treatment and in the placement of dental implants.

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Dr. Sheppard

Periodontist

Dr. Sheppard has been in private practice since 2004.  She takes pride in providing her patients with the highest quality care using the latest technology and using a patient centered approach. In 2005, she co-founded The Northwest Society of Women Dentists, an organization for women who were often also business owners.

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Argyle, TX 76226
(940) 489-7668

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#202
Carrollton, TX 75006
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Suite #930
Dallas, TX 75205
(214) 624-7668

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Denton, TX 76201
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Mound, TX 75028
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Fort Worth, TX 76177
817-242-ROOT

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Frisco, TX 75034
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