Should You WORRY About the Nasopalatine Nerve in All-on-X?

In this week’s video, Dr. Robert Stanley, the Smile Engineer, considers a hot topic in full-arch implant therapy: ablating the nasopalatine nerve during All-on-X surgeries. Why does the nasopalatine nerve sometimes comes into play with fully guided All-on-X treatment? To seat the bone foundation guide. Some skeptics express concerns about roof-of-mouth sensation loss and patient comfort, but Dr. Stanley offers what he's seen after years of practice - what patients actually report in terms of feeling and function after this procedure.For dental professionals offering full-arch implant solutions, knowing the anatomical risks and clinical evidence behind nerve management is essential. Whether you use fully guided workflows or prefer free-hand approaches, Dr. Rob’s real-world insights help you evaluate the trade-offs in patient comfort, sensation, and overall outcome.At Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry, we offer expert-led courses designed to train the whole doctor—covering everything from diagnosis to advanced treatment planning, efficient practice management and more. Learn cutting-edge, fully digital solutions and workflows that will transform your practice and patient care. With both online and in-person options, our comprehensive programs provide the skills and confidence you need to excel. Don’t miss out—join us today at https://stanleyinstitute.com/courses!Online Courses: https://stanleyinstitute.com/virtual-courses/In-Person Courses: https://stanleyinstitute.com/courses/Are you a patient lookign for our dental practice? Learn more about us at www.stanleysmiles.com. Questions, Comments or Insights? Email us at:[email protected] Institute Socials► Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@Stanleyinstitute► Facebook: https://facebook.com/stanleyinstitute/► Instagram: https://instagram.com/stanleyinstitute► LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/school/stanleyinstitute/Dr. Robert Stanley, Smile Engineer Socials► Facebook: https://facebook.com/p/Smile-Engineer-100054446351425/► Instagram: https://instagram.com/smileengineer/At Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry, we offer expert-led courses designed to train the whole doctor—covering everything from diagnosis to advanced treatment planning, efficient practice management and more. Learn cutting-edge, fully digital solutions and workflows that will transform your practice and patient care. With both online and in-person options, our comprehensive programs provide the skills and confidence you need to excel. Don’t miss out—join us today at https://stanleyinstitute.com/courses!Online Courses: https://stanleyinstitute.com/virtual-courses/In-Person Courses: https://stanleyinstitute.com/courses/Are you a patient looking for our dental practice? Learn more about us at www.stanleysmiles.com. Questions, Comments or Insights? Email us at:[email protected] Institute Socials► Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@Stanleyinstitute► Facebook: https://facebook.com/stanleyinstitute/► Instagram: https://instagram.com/stanleyinstitute► LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/school/stanleyinstitute/Dr. Robert Stanley, Smile Engineer Socials► Facebook: https://facebook.com/p/Smile-Engineer-100054446351425/► Instagram: https://instagram.com/smileengineer/