How Zygomatic Implants Work in Cases of Severe Bone Loss?

Have you been told that dental implants aren’t an option for you due to bone loss? You’re not alone. Many people experience jawbone deterioration as a result of prolonged tooth loss, injury, or advanced periodontal disease. That’s where zygomatic implants come in. Picture yourself soaking up the sun at La Jolla Shores Park, feeling the ocean breeze, and enjoying a clifftop dinner — all with the confidence of a full smile. Missing teeth shouldn’t hold you back from life’s best moments or make you hide in vacation photos. Fortunately, Dental Implants in La Jolla offers both traditional and zygomatic dental implants to restore your smile. In this blog, we’ll explore how zygomatic implants differ from traditional ones — and why they may be the ideal solution for those with significant bone loss.

Understanding Implants: Traditional vs. Zygomatic

Implant-supported restorations generally require sufficient jawbone density to support the implants. These are anchored directly to the jawbone, great for patients with healthy bone volume. But traditional implants may not be possible, even with bone grafting, if the bone loss is severe. Zygomatic implants are longer and are not secured in the jaw but rather in the cheekbone which is called the zygoma. This is dense enough to give new teeth a solid base, all without grafts or long healing periods.

Zygomatic Implants to Help With Bone Loss

When patients in a coastal community like ours have a ground-level loss of function, both function and appearance are important. Yet bone deterioration in the upper jaw can have a profound effect on facial appearance, the ability to eat, and self-esteem.

Zygomatic restorations provide a secure and durable solution. You don’t need to worry about how it happened, whether it’s due to worn dentures or severe gum disease. This revolutionary process can sidestep the issue completely. For many patients, it’s the fastest life-changing option available when other dental surgeries are not possible.

Benefits of Zygomatic Implants

It’s easy to see why this treatment is making headlines in implant dentistry. Here, let’s talk about the additional advantage provided by these restorations: 

No bone graft: Eliminates the complexity and discomfort of bone grafting.

Quicker Turnaround Time: Oftentimes, new teeth can be placed immediately.

High Success Rate: The long-term survival of zygomatic implants was good.

Renewed Confidence: Patients can chew, talk, and smile with confidence.

Have you ever been told that you weren’t a candidate for implants? In that case, this might be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

Are You a Candidate for Zygomatic Implants?

Not all people with bone loss are good candidates, but many are. The best way to determine how much you would be eligible for is with a customized analysis. Dental practitioners may have 3D imaging and state-of-the-art diagnostics to check your viability.

Ready to Explore Your Options?

You also deserve a natural smile that will last a lifetime, and that’s where La Jolla dental implants come in. Zygomatic solutions can restore more than your smile. Zygomatic implants can restore your smile if you have difficulty using traditional dentures or have been refused implants. Book your appointment today with us at Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry of La Jolla—Grey Cunningham, DDS, for expert consultation. Take the first step on the path to a long-lasting, confident smile.

**Disclaimer: This content should not be considered medical advice and does not imply a doctor-patient relationship.