Zygomatic implants are the ‘rescue implants’ for severe upper jawbone loss and have been told that they may not be a good candidate for traditional dental implants.
The cheekbone or the zygoma is a thick and solid bone near the sinus. During a zygomatic implant, long screws are implanted into the zygoma. Depending on the extent of atrophy in the upper jaw, two to four zygomatic implants are ‘buried’ into the zygoma. Often, the anterior implant site, or the front part of the jaw, is prepared to insert regular implants for an overall successful outcome. After the procedure, a provisional restoration is used for the next 4 to 6 months, during which the osteointegration happens.
It takes about four months for complete recovery from the zygomatic surgery, after which the final restoration is applied to finish the procedure.
The procedure is usually done under regional anesthesia with conscious sedation. We use a comprehensive 3D system and CT or CBCT scans for accurate and customizable zygomatic implant treatment.
Zygomatic implants have several benefits for patients who may otherwise not have a solution to restoring their smile and functions or the upper teeth. These include:
The complexity of the procedure and critical adjacent anatomical structures of the face require meticulous planning for the procedure and a surgeon who has considerable training in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Give us a call today at 817-927-1818 or fill out the form below to schedule an appointment. You’ll be happy you chose Sonneveld Oral & Facial Surgery for your oral surgery needs.
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Dr. Sonneveld and his staff are absolutely fantastic! Every time I walk into the office, I know I’m going to be greeted with a smile. Dr. Sonneveld answered all of my questions, and took the time to explain every part of the procedure. He even contacted me after my TMJ procedure to check in on me. I cannot recommend them enough!
Dr. Sonneveld is by far the best in the business. Him and his staff are great at what they do. He walks you through the entire process before he does the work. I had 3 implants done and it went exactly the way he said it would. It’s great when your Dr can keep you calm during a nervous time. If you are looking for exceptional service FACES FORT WORTH is the place to go. You will be pleased with the results.
Dr. Keith Sonneveld is truly a professional and a wonderful person. He is a 1 in a million dentist. I had an emergency on the weekend and he gave me his cell phone number and took care and of it on the same day. Dr. Sonneveld, thank you so much.
Dr. Sonneveld and his staff provide excellent care and service. If you have any apprehension at all, this is the practice to come to. They are extremely patient, loving and kind, and explain everything to you if they have to. I love them.
Give us a call today at (817) 927-1818 or fill the form below to schedule an appointment. You’ll be happy you chose Sonneveld Oral & Facial Surgery for your oral surgery needs.