It is a type of treatment called a zygomatic bone implant. This implant is recommended for patients with osteoporosis in the upper jaw bone that cannot be implanted. This technique, which emerged with technology development, takes a little longer than normal implants and is applied diagonally.
Generally, implants may be more difficult to hold in the upper jaw than in the lower jaw. This is valid for implants placed in the posterior region. In patients with a severely atrophic upper jaw (upper jaw with insufficient bone density), successful implant placement is difficult.
Zygoma implants are a method applied inside the cheekbone. The zygoma is a hard bone structure that connects the upper jaw bone. When implant treatment is not possible on the upper jaw bone, it is applied by placing it in the zygoma bone.
It is recommended for patients with weak jaw bones and for patients after maxillofacial tumor surgery. In this way, functions such as chewing, swallowing, and speaking are improved in patients after tumor treatment.
Zygomatic implant surgeries take approximately 2 or 4 hours. Recovery is observed between 2 and 6 months after surgery. In order to complete this process in a healthy way, oral care and doctor recommendations should be considered.
Before the surgical procedure, the patient should be tomographed and the upper jaw area examined. In addition, patients must be examined by a specialist ENT doctor before the operation.
Patients should use medications regularly, avoid hot food, and refrain from consuming hard foods during the temporary prosthesis period. If the prosthesis fractures, they should immediately go to the dentist to avoid implant loss.
The success rate of zygomatic implants performed by specialist physicians is approximately 82-100%.
Depending on the jaw structure and mouth size, a prosthesis consisting of 24 to 28 teeth is generally made for internal oral implants.
Patients prefer this technique when normal implant applications cannot be performed due to insufficient maxillary bone. They find the application fast and reliable.
It allows implant treatment for patients with insufficient upper jaw bone and eliminates the need for costly new bone formation in patients with osteoporosis.
The surgery is complex and may cause damage to adjacent tissues, including the infraorbital nerve and facial nerve.
Prices vary based on the extent of treatment, implant material, technology used, surgeon’s experience, and clinic.
No, zygomatic implants are only applied to the upper jaw when regular implant treatment is not possible.
Indicators of success include painlessness, natural appearance, normal dental functions, root stability, and absence of infection.
Traditional implants cannot be applied to patients with insufficient upper bone, so zygoma implants provide a solution.
A sinus lift is performed to create sufficient bone height before implant placement.
Zygoma is the cheekbone where this special implant is placed. It is a hard bone that supports implant applications.
Yes, options include zygomatic implants, sinus lifting, bone grafts, and ridge split methods.
If performed by a specialist, risks are minimal. Possible complications include infection, hematoma, and shifting implant position.
Fixed dentures require 8 implants in the upper jaw and 6 in the lower jaw, while removable dentures require fewer.
Patients undergo volumetric tomography, 3D modeling, and surgical preparation before implant placement under anesthesia.
It connects the upper jaw bone and is used when there is insufficient bone for implant placement.
Zygoma implants are longer (30-50 mm) and designed for patients with severe osteoporosis or those who cannot have regular implants.
Healing takes 2 to 6 months, with temporary prostheses placed during this period.
Zygoma implants connect to the cheekbone and provide stability for patients with insufficient jawbone.
The treatment is complex and requires an experienced specialist to avoid complications and revision surgeries.
Only patients with insufficient upper jaw bone and no surgical contraindications are eligible.
They are anchored in the cheekbone, providing stronger and longer-lasting support than traditional dental implants.
Patients are under anesthesia during the procedure. Pain may occur afterward but usually subsides within 1-3 days with proper treatment.