The zygomatic implant process is an advanced dental implant procedure designed for patients with severe upper jaw bone loss who may not be suitable candidates for conventional dental implants. Unlike traditional implants that rely on the jawbone, zygomatic implants are anchored into the strong cheekbone (zygoma), often eliminating the need for bone grafting. With modern digital planning and surgical techniques, many patients can receive fixed teeth in just one day.
If you have been told that you do not have enough bone for regular dental implants, the zygomatic implant process may provide a reliable and long-lasting solution. At Royal Dental Clinics, every treatment begins with a detailed consultation, CBCT scan, and personalised treatment plan to ensure safe, precise implant placement and faster smile restoration.
Who is This Treatment For?
- Severe upper jaw bone loss
- Failed conventional dental implants
- Extensive bone resorption
- Difficulty wearing removable dentures
- Been told they require bone grafting but want an alternative
- Complete tooth loss in the upper jaw
Implanting a Zygomatic Implant process in One Day
When you are ready, the dentist will perform the implant procedure in an operating room under conscious sedation or local anaesthesia. The surgeon would have taken a CBCT scan of your jaw and already prepared a 3D model for the treatment plan. With the advancement in technique in most of the cases no incision on either side of your mouth is necessary.
Your surgeon will then insert implants into your jawbone – which used as anchors for teeth. This procedure done with just one implant but in most cases, it requires two for stability purposes. The implants are usually titanium based and customised has per the individual bone structure and availability.
Pre-Clinical Zygomatic Implant Steps
1: On your first visit, you will provided a case paper. You must fill your Name, Age, Gender, Address and Occupation details & hand it over back to the receptionist.
2: You inquired a number of questions by the attending dental surgeon and your case history recorded. Even though the attendant knows of your allergies, you should once again inform the attendant about any allergies.
3: You examined and all necessary details for treatment planning recorded.
4: In most cases, a CBCT scan taken with all details before your final Consultation.
5: You explained the treatment options and plans with advantages and disadvantages. You have the liberty to ask as many relevant questions as you want.
Step 6: As a confirmation of your acceptance to the Terms and Conditions; you may sign the case paper and retain a copy with you at all times. At this stage you require to pay consultancy charges of INR 1500 or 25 US$.
Step 7: Impression of both jaws taken. On your request we shall proceed with the plans discussed and agreed by you.
Step 8: Immediately within 2-5 minutes your model preparation would begin and in about 30 minutes your teeth model would be ready. Thereafter, your model scanned and a computer image of the model fed into the CAD machine for your digital teeth design.
Step 9: Within about 30-60 minutes your design would be ready and sent for machining. The CAM machine would prepare your final teeth in about 10-15 min per tooth. Simultaneously your upper and lower jaw teeth can prepared in multiple CAM machines which would reduce the net time to 50%.
Step 10: While your teeth preparation is on, you may feel comfortable in a waiting room with your relative and refreshments.
Step 11: Thereafter; the area to be operated anaesthetised to give numbness during surgery/operation. If you are going for zygomatic implant; depending upon the severity of bone loss it may become necessary to take certain precautionary steps.
Step 12: In most cases, your final restoration is fixed on the same day or the next day. In some cases the fixation may be scheduled for some other day.
The surgery process is a procedure of reconstructive surgery to replace missing teeth. It takes anchorage from one or both zygomatic arches for those who have lost their teeth. There are different types of implants and all come with pros and cons. The implant of choice is the custom made, single piece titanium implants.
Zygomatic Dental Implants
The zygomatic implants made of titanium, which is a metal that used in oral surgery procedures. The titanium is the most biocompatible metal, which means it has little to no effect on the rest of your body’s cells. Other types of implants include zirconium and PEEK based dental implant. Zirconium used as non titanium alternate to regular dental implants These types can also break down more easily than titanium. But the primary research has shown the compatibility to be higher than titanium based implants.
What happens after zygomatic implant process?
A zygomatic implant process done under local anesthesia or a general anesthetic. During the surgery, in most of the cases the surgeon will not make an incision on the bone but rather just drill two holes into the bone and put in two screws with dental implants. The rest of the surgery summarized in three steps:
- First, the surgeon will carefully position the implant over each screw and attach it to the bone by drilling a hole through both parts before screwing them together.
- Second, a framework prepared over the dental implants and then dental impressions are made.
- Third, after few hours once the final teeth are fixed and you go back home. There can be swelling and bruising for the first couple of days, which would resolve spontaneously.
Conclusion
Getting a zygomatic implant may seem like a complex procedure, but with proper planning and experienced implant specialists, it is a safe and predictable solution for patients with severe bone loss. From digital planning and CBCT evaluation to same-day teeth placement, the zygomatic implant process is designed to restore function, confidence, and aesthetics with minimal delay. Schedule a consultation with Royal Dental Clinics to learn whether zygomatic implants are the right treatment option for you.
Restore Your Smile with One-Day Zygomatic Implants
If you have been told you do not have enough bone for traditional dental implants, zygomatic implants may be the ideal solution. Book a consultation with the implant specialists at Royal Dental Clinics to find out whether you are a suitable candidate for same-day fixed teeth.
FAQs
What is the zygomatic implant process?
The zygomatic implant process involves consultation, CBCT scanning, digital treatment planning, implant placement, and fixing a temporary or permanent prosthesis, often on the same day.
Who needs zygomatic implants?
Patients with severe upper jaw bone loss, failed implants, or those unsuitable for conventional implants may benefit from zygomatic implants.
Is bone grafting required for zygomatic implants?
In most cases, zygomatic implants eliminate the need for bone grafting because they are anchored into the cheekbone.
Is the surgery painful?
The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia or conscious sedation, making it comfortable for most patients.
How long does recovery take?
Most patients recover within a few days, with mild swelling and bruising that usually subside on their own.
Medical Disclaimer
This article is for patient education only. Dental treatment should be planned after clinical examination, medical history review, and X-rays or scans where required. Treatment suitability, cost, timeline, healing, and results vary from patient to patient.
