Zygomatic Implants

What Are Zygomatic Implants?

Zygomatic dental implants are a specialized solution designed for patients who suffer from severe upper jaw bone loss and have been told they are not eligible for traditional implants. Instead of anchoring into the maxillary bone (upper jaw), these longer implants are anchored into the zygoma — the cheekbone, which has higher bone density and does not resorb like the jawbone.

At Turkey Teeth in Antalya, we offer zygomatic implants to help patients avoid bone grafting or sinus lifts, and regain their full smile with fixed teeth — even in the most challenging cases.

How They Differ from Traditional Implants

Traditional implants are:

• 8–15 mm in length
• Placed directly into the jawbone
• Require adequate bone height and volume
• Often depend on bone grafting when bone is insufficient

Zygomatic implants, on the other hand:

• Are 30–55 mm long
• Anchored in the cheekbone (zygomatic bone) instead of the maxilla
• Can be used even with extreme bone loss or failed sinus grafts
• Allow for immediate loading in many cases (teeth placed the same day)

They are often combined with two or four regular implants in the front of the upper jaw to create a full-arch fixed prosthesis — often referred to as a Zygoma hybrid solution.

Why They’re Ideal for Severe Bone Loss

For patients who have:

• Lost teeth many years ago
• Been using upper dentures for decades
• Had failed sinus lifts or bone grafts
• Experienced trauma or bone disease
• Advanced periodontal bone loss

…zygoma implants are a life-changing alternative.

Instead of waiting 6–12 months for bone grafts to heal, zygomatic implants let you receive fixed teeth in as little as 72 hours, with high long-term success rates and no need for removable dentures.

Who Needs Zygomatic Implants?

Not everyone is a candidate for standard dental implants — especially those who have suffered from long-term tooth loss, periodontal disease, or failed bone grafts. That’s where zygomatic implants come in.

At Turkey Teeth in Antalya, we recommend zygomatic implants for patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw who want to avoid lengthy, unpredictable grafting procedures.

Common Patient Profiles

You may be an ideal candidate for zygomatic implants if you:

• Have been wearing removable upper dentures for years
• Have experienced severe bone resorption in the maxilla (upper jaw)
• Have been told you’re not eligible for implants due to bone loss
• Previously had failed sinus lift or bone grafting procedures
• Have advanced periodontal disease or trauma-related bone damage
• Are looking for a fixed solution instead of removable prosthetics
• Want immediate function and teeth, without waiting months for bone to heal

These implants are especially beneficial for older adults or patients with complex medical or anatomical limitations who want a reliable, long-term restoration.

When Grafting Is No Longer Enough

In many advanced cases, bone grafting is not only time-consuming, but also unpredictable. Healing can take up to 12 months, and there’s no guarantee that the graft will integrate well enough to support traditional implants.

Zygomatic implants bypass this issue by anchoring into the zygomatic (cheek) bone, which:

• Has naturally higher bone density
• Doesn’t resorb over time
• Provides strong mechanical support without needing augmentation

At Turkey Teeth, we use 3D imaging and guided surgery to assess whether zygomatic implants are the right fit for you — often offering this treatment to patients rejected elsewhere.

Step-by-Step Procedure

At Turkey Teeth, we approach zygomatic implant surgery with advanced planning, precision, and patient-centered care. Despite its complexity, the process is smooth and efficient — especially for international patients flying to Antalya for a fixed smile solution after years of tooth loss.

Here’s how the process works:

Consultation and 3D Imaging

Every treatment begins with a comprehensive clinical evaluation, where we assess your oral health, bone structure, and smile goals.

This stage includes:

• 3D CBCT scan of your skull and sinus areas to map zygomatic bone anatomy
• Intraoral digital scans for prosthetic planning
• Review of medical history and existing restorations (e.g. failed grafts or dentures)
• Digital Smile Design (DSD) for aesthetic preview
• A custom treatment plan showing exact implant positions and angulations

We’ll also discuss sedation options and timeline expectations before moving forward.

Surgical Placement into the Zygoma

The surgical procedure is typically done under IV sedation or general anesthesia, depending on your comfort level and the complexity of your case.

During surgery:

• One or two zygomatic implants are placed on each side, anchoring into the cheekbone
• They may be combined with regular front implants to create a strong, full-arch support system
• The implants are placed using surgical guides based on digital planning
• We minimize trauma and avoid sinus complications through precise angulation

The surgery may take 2 to 4 hours, and you’ll be monitored closely by our implant team throughout the process.

Immediate Prosthesis & Recovery Timeline

The beauty of zygomatic implants? You don’t leave without teeth.

• Within 24–72 hours, you’ll receive a fixed temporary prosthesis
• This is fully functional and aesthetic — no removable dentures, no waiting months without teeth
• You’ll return after 3–6 months for your final zirconia or hybrid bridge, once full healing occurs

Recovery is generally mild, with swelling and soreness managed by medication.
Most patients rest for 1–3 days, but can resume light activity shortly after.

At Turkey Teeth, we provide:

• Complete post-op instructions
• Personalized pain management
• Remote support during healing — even after you return home

Benefits of Zygomatic Implants

Zygomatic dental implants aren’t just an alternative — they are a life-changing solution for patients with severe upper jaw bone loss who’ve been told traditional implants aren’t possible.

At Turkey Teeth in Antalya, we perform zygomatic implant procedures with a focus on minimally invasive techniques, faster results, and long-term function — helping you regain a full smile without unnecessary delays or uncertainty.

Avoiding Bone Grafting

One of the most significant advantages of zygomatic implants is that they bypass the need for bone grafting entirely.

Instead of waiting 6–12 months for sinus lifts or bone grafts to heal (which may not always succeed), zygomatic implants are:

• Anchored directly into the cheekbone, which has naturally dense, stable bone
• Designed to avoid the sinus cavity, reducing complications
• Ideal for patients who were previously denied implants due to bone volume issues

This means:

✅ Faster treatment timelines
✅ Fewer surgeries and less healing time
✅ No donor site pain or graft failure risk

With Turkey Teeth, you avoid long, unpredictable journeys and get straight to a fixed solution.

Faster Treatment with Long-Term Results

Zygomatic implants allow for immediate loading — meaning you can receive temporary fixed teeth within 24–72 hours after surgery.

Long-term advantages include:

• Stability that rivals or exceeds traditional implants
• Full chewing power restored — even with no upper jaw bone
• High success rates (over 95% in long-term studies)
• Natural-looking final prosthesis (zirconia or hybrid) that blends perfectly with your facial profile

Best of all, zygomatic implants have proven longevity, often lasting 15 to 25+ years — especially when planned and placed by experienced specialists like those at Turkey Teeth.

Why Choose Turkey Teeth?

When it comes to zygomatic dental implants, experience matters — and so does precision. At Turkey Teeth, we’ve built a reputation as one of the few clinics in Antalya equipped to handle the most complex full-arch cases with confidence and consistency.

Patients who have been turned away elsewhere come to us for one reason:
We say yes when others say no.

Complex Case Experience

Not every clinic performs zygomatic implant surgery — it requires specialized training, surgical skill, and extensive experience in full-jaw reconstruction.

At Turkey Teeth, you’re in the hands of:

• Oral surgeons with 10+ years of experience in advanced implantology
• Experts who’ve placed hundreds of zygomatic and pterygoid implants
• A multidisciplinary team that manages both surgical and prosthetic phases under one roof
• Fluency in handling failures of sinus grafts, bone loss due to trauma or periodontitis, and complex anatomical variations

We don’t guess — we plan, execute, and deliver lasting results, even in the most challenging cases.

Digital Planning & 3D Surgical Guides

Zygomatic implants demand millimeter-level accuracy — that’s why we use the latest in digital dentistry:

• 3D CBCT scans to map bone, sinus, and zygoma structures in detail
• Intraoral digital scanning for prosthetic design and occlusion planning
• CAD/CAM-generated surgical guides to ensure precise angulation and depth
• Real-time prosthetic planning using Digital Smile Design (DSD) tools

This technology allows us to:

✅ Reduce surgical risks
✅ Achieve optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes
✅ Offer same-day provisional teeth with unmatched fit and comfort

At Turkey Teeth, complex doesn’t mean complicated — it means customized, predictable, and done right the first time.

Cost of Zygomatic Implants in Turkey

Zygomatic implants are a premium solution for severe bone loss — and while they require specialized expertise and longer implants, the total cost at Turkey Teeth in Antalya remains far more affordable than in the UK or EU.

We offer all-inclusive packages tailored to international patients, combining advanced care with significant savings.

All-Inclusive Pricing

At Turkey Teeth, our pricing is 100% transparent. Our zygomatic implant packages typically include:

✅ Full consultation, CBCT scan & digital planning
✅ Surgical placement of zygoma + conventional implants
✅ IV sedation or general anesthesia (if required)
✅ Temporary fixed prosthesis (delivered in 24–72 hours)
✅ Final permanent full-arch bridge (zirconia or hybrid)
✅ Medications, follow-up care & postoperative guidance
✅ English-speaking treatment coordinator
✅ VIP airport transfer and hotel guidance (optional)

We also support remote consultations and treatment planning in advance — so you know your costs and timeline before you arrive in Antalya.

Cost Comparison with UK & EU

Here’s how zygomatic implant treatment typically compares:

Country	Full-Arch Zygomatic Implant Cost
UK	£20,000 – £30,000+
Germany	€18,000 – €28,000+
Turkey (Turkey Teeth)	£6,000 – £9,000 ✅

You save up to 70%, while receiving treatment from implantologists with extensive zygomatic case experience, and using the same global-standard materials and technology.

Before and After Results

Zygomatic dental implants are more than just a technical procedure — they are a total transformation for patients who had lost hope of ever having fixed teeth again. At Turkey Teeth, our before-and-after cases tell the story best: patients with no upper bone, failed grafts, or removable dentures walk out with permanent, natural-looking smiles.

What Our Transformations Show

In our before-and-after gallery, you’ll see:

• Patients who had complete upper jaw bone loss and were previously denied implants
• Collapsed facial profiles restored to natural symmetry and fullness
• Replacements of old, loose dentures with fixed, screw-retained bridges
• Cases where failed sinus lifts or multiple surgeries elsewhere were corrected successfully
• Immediate improvements in speech, chewing function, and facial aesthetics

Whether it’s a full smile line or complex zygomatic + pterygoid cases, the results are dramatic, but always natural.

Designed for Aesthetics and Strength

Each transformation is:

• Digitally planned to match your facial structure and lip line
• Crafted using high-end zirconia or hybrid materials
• Precisely balanced for both function and harmony

These aren’t just “teeth” — they’re permanent, life-enhancing restorations delivered by a team that understands both engineering and artistry.

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