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Zygomatic Implants

Zygomatic dental implants anchor into the cheekbone instead of the jawbone, making permanent upper teeth possible for patients with severe bone loss who were previously told they weren’t candidates for implants. This technique eliminates the need for lengthy bone grafting procedures and often allows patients to receive their new teeth on the same day as surgery.

What Are Zygomatic Implants?

Zygomatic implants offer hope for patients with severe upper jaw bone loss who can’t receive traditional All-on-4 or All-on-X implants. Instead of placing implants in the jawbone, these specialized implants anchor directly into the cheekbone (zygomatic bone), which provides exceptionally strong support. The dense cheekbone creates such a stable foundation that patients often receive their new teeth on the same day as surgery, without needing bone grafting procedures that can take months to heal. This advanced technique requires exceptional skill, and only a select few doctors nationwide can perform it. Smart Arches is among the leading providers of this specialized treatment.

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What If I’ve Been Told That I Don’t Have Enough Bone?

When patients are told by other centers that they do not have enough bone for dental implants, our expert surgeons are able to achieve success for them because they are experienced in the most complex cases where zygomatic implants are required, omitting unnecessary bone grafting.

Zygomatic implants are specially designed implants, longer than conventional implants, that are anchored in the dense bone of cheek bones (Zygoma) to support upper teeth and bridges. Our dental surgeons specialize in this procedure and can typically send a patient home with a new set of teeth the very next day.

Zygomatic Procedure

Pre-Surgical Planning

We begin with advanced 3D CBCT scans to create a detailed surgical plan, ensuring each implant is placed with pinpoint accuracy before we even begin the procedure.

The Surgery

During the procedure, we place specialized long implants directly into the dense zygomatic bone near your cheekbone. This approach typically combines two zygomatic implants, one on each side of your upper jaw, with two to four traditional implants positioned toward the front where your upper front teeth were located. If you have any remaining teeth that need removal, we can extract them during the same surgery, eliminating the need for multiple appointments.

Immediate Results

The combination of zygomatic and traditional implants creates an exceptionally stable foundation for your upper bridge. Unlike regular jawbone that can deteriorate over time, the cheekbone maintains its density and strength. This allows us to place your new teeth on the same day as surgery in most cases, giving you an immediate transformation. Once the implants fuse with the bone, you’ll have a durable, functional smile that can last for decades.

The Process

The Smart Arches Experience

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Come in for your free consultation. We’ll take a full CAT scan of your mouth, review your medical history, conduct a comprehensive dental exam and evaluate your overall oral health. Based on our assessment, our doctors will share a personalized treatment plan.

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Review your total treatment pricing and receive flexible payment options. Our patient ambassador will provide clear and upfront pricing for your treatment plan, as well a timeline of next steps.

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Time to design your smile! Your next step is a 60-90 minute Smile Design appointment. We’ll take studio photos, help you select tooth color and shape, and assess your bite and smile to recommend enhancements. After this collaborative planning session, we’ll schedule your transformation day.

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Procedure day. The first step will be anesthesia for a safe, pain-free experience. We remove damaged teeth and tissue, then place implants with surgical precision. We then use advanced 3D scanning and photogrammetry to create the most precise fit for your prosthetic.

With this information, our on-site lab 3D prints your prosthetic while you recover. On the same day or next, we will deliver your full arch implant prosthesis.

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Recovery and aftercare. It is common to experience discomfort and some pain in the first week post-surgery. In addition to eating soft foods, we encourage you to rest and maintain good oral hygiene. We will see you at the 1 week, 1 month and 3 months mark to evaluate your healing.

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Final permanent teeth. At around 3-month post-procedure, once the bones have fused to the implants and your healing is complete, we will take new records and then print a new prototype try-in. Once you are happy with the prototype, we then finalize and create your permanent teeth, which we will install 1-2 weeks later.

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Find the Right Treatment for You

Not sure which treatment is right for you? Explore implants for a single tooth, implant-supported bridges for multiple teeth, or comprehensive full mouth implant solutions including All-on-X systems that secure entire arches with fewer implants. Advanced options like zygomatic and pterygoid implants serve patients with insufficient bone, while full mouth reconstruction combines implants with restorative work for complete smile transformation.

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of the cost of full mouth implants vs. other implant providers.

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Your First Visit at Smart Arches

Follow along as we take you through exactly what happens at your complimentary consultation. You’ll meet with your patient ambassador, review your dental needs, medical history, and properly educate you on the full procedure. We’ll also take CT scan as well as 3D facial scanning that allows us to create a digital simulation of your future smile! You’ll leave with a clear treatment plan, cost and understanding of financing options. 

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