How to Trace A Nerve
Go to Arch Section View
Make sure Pano Image is in Section Mode (not X-ray mode).
Adjust Focal Trough such that nerve pathway is visible in Pano Image
Move pointer to Pano Image
Review nerve pathway while using scroll wheel. If the nerve is not clearly visible, scroll mouse wheel.
If the nerve is not clearly visible adjust focal trough.
When the nerve was identified through the pano image, press “New Nerve” button in Nerve
Pathway section of Control Panel.
Starting from mandible foramen pick point by point.
If nerve is not clearly visible, use scroll wheel to find the nerve and continue picking.
If traced near mental foramen, move pointer to cross section view.
Use scroll wheel to find the exit of the nerve.
Pick points connecting the nerve exit
Press “Done” button in Nerve Pathway section of Control Panel
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2A2VRKFgIrI/maxresdefault.jpg)