Zygomatic Implants in Mexico
If you suffer from severe bone loss in the upper maxilla, the indicated treatment are Zygomatic Implants.
Zygomatic implants have a unique design. They are helpful in cases of patients with poor bone density.
Zygoma Implants are larger than regular implants; they are positioned into the Zygoma bone (cheekbone). The treatment is, in most cases, the ultimate solution for patients with severe bone loss problems.
What Are Zygomatic Implants
Zygomatic implants are the right solution for people with severe bone loss or detriment in the upper jaw.
The Zygoma implant is a longer titanium post and has a unique design. It is larger than a regular size implant.
The Maxillofacial surgeon positions the Zygomatic dental implant in the cheekbone (zygoma bone)
Zygomatic implants were initially used as a viable rehabilitation option for people with severe maxilla defects such as trauma, birth and genetic defects, and tumor resections. Nowadays, patients with severe upper bone loss can benefit from this treatment.
Indications for zygomatic dental implant placement also include,
- Failed sinus lifts or bone grafting treatments
- Failed regular implant placement
- Rehabilitation after trauma
- Rehabilitation after tumors
Why does bone loss happen?
When teeth are missing for a long period of time, the bone begins to shrink. Sometimes, the bone can retreat in large amounts; making it almost impossible to place regular size implants to complete the All On 4.
A gravely resorbed edentulous maxilla can happen for different reasons, but missing teeth is the most common.
If you wait long to restore your teeth, you could risk an extensive bone recession.
Currently, there aren't any available treatments for bone recession.
Bone grafts and sinus lifts do not regenerate the bone or won't re-activate the bone itself. Bone recession is severe and needs a different approach. Zygomatic implants will keep the upper maxilla healthy.
Are Zygomatic Implants Safe?
A full diagnose and evaluation with a 3D Scan is necessary before the surgery. The patient also needs to come healthy and free from any infections.
The placement of zygomatic implants needs careful pre-surgical planning. Only a trained Maxillofacial surgeon with surgical experience should perform this treatment.
The surgeon inserts the zygomatic implant between the maxillary sinus and the upper ridge of the bone. They anchor the implant in the zygoma bone, which is thicker.
For people with severe bone loss, zygomatic implants provide the proper foundation for new teeth, either with a fixed hybrid bridge or a Zirconia Superstructure.
Zygomatic Implants Risks or Complications
The patient must understand how crucial it is to maintain diligent care and hygiene after the surgery to avoid zygomatic implant problems. The surgery aftercare is critical for a proper recovery.
The healing must also be free from infections as they can compromise the surgery's success rate and cause sinusitis or other problems. Long-term research shows high success survival rates of the treatment. Almost no complications are reported.
How long do zygomatic implants last? According to the Foundation for Oral Rehabilitation, they have a 96% survival rate after twelve years. This treatment can serve you a lifetime with the proper care.
Last updated November, 2nd, 2023.