Zygomatic implants are an advanced implant solution designed for selected patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw. They may be considered when conventional dental implants cannot be placed because there is not enough bone to provide adequate support.
Unlike conventional implants, zygomatic implants are longer and are anchored into the zygomatic bone, commonly known as the cheekbone. This dense bone can provide a stable foundation for a fixed dental restoration in carefully selected cases.
How Zygomatic Implant Treatment Works
- Detailed consultation and 3D imaging to evaluate the upper jaw and surrounding anatomy
- Digital planning of implant position and prosthetic restoration
- Placement of the zygomatic implants into the cheekbone
- Placement of additional conventional implants when required
- Fitting of a temporary or final fixed restoration according to the treatment plan
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing, function, and implant stability
Zygomatic implants are generally considered for patients with advanced upper-jaw bone loss, long-term tooth loss, previous failed implant treatments, or patients who may otherwise require extensive bone grafting.
Key Benefits of Zygomatic Implants
- May provide an implant solution in selected cases with severe upper-jaw bone loss
- Can reduce the need for extensive bone grafting in some patients
- Provides support for fixed full-arch dental restorations
- Uses strong zygomatic bone for implant anchorage
- Can help restore chewing function and smile aesthetics
- Suitable for carefully selected complex implant cases
Zygomatic implant treatment requires advanced planning and detailed assessment. At ICE ALB Smiles, each case is evaluated individually using 3D diagnostics to determine whether this approach is appropriate and to develop a personalised treatment plan.