Overview
Not every smile starts from the same place and complex bone loss doesn't have to be the end of the road.
Through advanced surgical techniques, digital planning and options like Zygomatic and Pterygoid implants there are possibly fix solutions which can be achieved.
These longer implants anchor into stronger bone areas making a stable, fixed outcome even when bone grafting has been ruled out.
Our Premium Providers specialise in these complex cases and will assess your condition thoroughly with 3D imaging and clinical expertise.
On this page we explore a number of these options.
Zygoma Implants
Zygomatic implants or "Zygoma" are longer than regular implants. They go through the weaker upper jaw area, often passing the sinus, to anchor into the cheekbones.
This method is used when the upper jawbone is very thin or weak. These implants are placed from inside the mouth, along with one or more regular implants in the front part of the jaw on each side.
The Quad Zygoma approach uses two zygomatic implants on each side of the upper jaw, providing maximum stability and support for patients with severe bone loss.
This technique is often the best choice when the upper jawbone has resorbed significantly and cannot support traditional implants alone.
By anchoring into the cheekbones on both sides, Quad Zygoma offers a stable foundation even in the most challenging cases.
In cases of severely limited jawbone structure, zygoma implants paired with bone grafting provide an alternative approach.
This advanced technique uses the zygomatic (cheek) bone for implant anchoring, bypassing areas with insufficient bone in the upper jaw.
When required, bone grafting can further reinforce areas around the zygoma implants, ensuring improved structural support. This method is especially beneficial for patients with extreme bone loss, offering a solution where conventional implants and grafting may not be feasible.
By strengthening the jaw's foundation, zygoma implants with grafting deliver a reliable and stable option for patients with complex bone conditions.
Bone Grafting
Bone grafting is a crucial technique in dental implantology, used to rebuild and strengthen jawbone structure where bone volume is insufficient.
This procedure involves adding bone material to areas with low density, creating a solid foundation necessary for successful implant placement.
Commonly used in the upper jaw, especially in the sinus regions, bone grafting enables precise implant positioning and increases long-term stability. By enhancing bone quality and volume, grafting not only supports the immediate success of implants but also offers future flexibility for additional implants if needed, making it an essential step for patients with compromised jawbone integrity.
Yes, bone grafting for regular implants is typically used in the upper jaw to restore bone volume, especially in the sinus areas. This process often occurs alongside implant surgery when there’s a need to rebuild bone, helping to ensure a solid foundation for implants.
By increasing bone volume, grafting allows for optimal positioning and stability of the implants, enhancing their longevity and effectiveness.
Additionally, this procedure can create more contingency by increasing available bone, offering more implant options in the future if needed.
Bone grafting supports a strong and stable foundation, ultimately improving the success and durability of implants.
Pterygoid Implants
An option for severe upper jaw bone loss is All-on-4 Plus® Pterygoid implants. Often this solutions can work where traditional methods fall short. These longer implants anchor into stronger bone areas allowing the dental provider to achieve a stable, fixed outcome.
Premium Providers will assess your condition thoroughly with 3D imaging and clinical expertise.
It is important that the plan is tailored to your unique needs focused on safety, function and restoring your quality of life. In some advanced All On 4 Plus® cases different implant combinations may be required.
In highly compromised cases where the bone quality is poor or its structure/volume limited, one or more of the additional procedures may be indicated to improve success and longevity.
Zygomatic Implants, also known as ‘Zygoma’, are longer than standard dental implants that instead of relying on jawbone, transverse the poor area of your upper jaw to anchor into the underside of the cheekbones from the inside through the sinus space. This approach is used for severely resorbed upper jaws and is designed to facilitate immediate rehabilitation with fixed replacement teeth.
The zygoma implants are inserted in the back section from within the mouth, along with one or more additional regular implants in the front part of your jaw, or in the most sever of cases two zygomatic implants may be placed on each side, which is referred to as Quad Zygoma .
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The “Plus” difference refers to enhancements in planning, materials and surgical techniques designed to improve stability, comfort, aesthetics and long-term outcomes compared to traditional approaches.
Bone grafting is a crucial technique in dental implantology, used to rebuild and strengthen jawbone structure where bone volume is insufficient.
Biological integration is the process by which living bone tissue gradually attaches to the surface of a titanium implant. Over time, the bone treats the implant as part of the body, forming a secure and functional connection.