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Zygomatic Dental Implants

Zygomatic Dental Implants Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Zygomatic Implants Tackle Severe Bone Loss

Severe bone loss in the upper jaw can make conventional dental implants impossible. However, award-winning dentist and world-class implantologist Dr. Giri Palani offers zygomatic dental implants, an advanced solution that can eliminate the need for bone grafting while making a full arch of new teeth possible. If you have been told you are not a candidate for dental implants, this revolutionary treatment may provide the solution you need.

Dr. Palani is one of only a few dental experts in the country who routinely place zygomatic dental implants. With this specialized treatment, our practice helps patients who were turned away elsewhere achieve a new smile and renewed confidence.

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A Graft-Free Alternative

Understanding Zygomatic Dental Implants

Unlike conventional dental implants, which are secured in the jawbone, zygomatic dental implants are surgically placed in the zygomatic, or cheek, bones. Because they are anchored in this strong, stable facial bone, they do not require jawbone alterations such as bone grafting to support a fixed bridge of teeth. Zygomatic implants are among the most complex procedures in implant dentistry, and few oral surgeons are trained to perform them. Dr. Palani routinely places zygomatic dental implants in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, and has years of experience and proven clinical results to support his treatment approach.

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When Traditional Implants Aren’t Enough

Zygomatic Implants Tackle Severe Bone Loss

For a variety of reasons, bone loss in the upper jaw can become too extensive for missing teeth to be replaced with conventional dental implant treatment. However, award-winning dentist and world-class implantologist Dr. Giri Palani offers an exceptional solution with zygomatic dental implants, which eliminate the need for bone grafting while making a full arch of new teeth possible. If you have been told that you are not a candidate for dental implants, our team may be able to help with this revolutionary treatment option. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are experts in dental surgery, with the advanced knowledge and experience needed to manage complex cases with predictable results.

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Common Questions About Zygomatic Dental Implants

Zygomatic dental implants are a specialized type of implant designed for patients who have experienced significant bone loss in the upper jaw. Unlike traditional dental implants, which are anchored directly into the jawbone, zygomatic implants are longer and anchor into the zygomatic bone, more commonly known as the cheekbone.

 

The cheekbone is naturally dense and does not deteriorate the way the jawbone can after tooth loss or prolonged denture wear. This makes zygomatic implants an excellent option for patients who have been told they do not have enough bone for conventional implants.


At Palani Center for Dental Implants, we use advanced 3D imaging and surgical planning to precisely place zygomatic implants for patients throughout Rancho Palos Verdes and the South Bay area.

Zygomatic implants are specifically designed for patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw who would otherwise need extensive bone grafting before traditional implants could be placed.

 

You may be a candidate if you have worn an upper denture for many years and experienced significant bone resorption, lost bone due to advanced periodontal disease, or been told by a previous dentist that you are not eligible for standard dental implants because of insufficient bone.

 

Patients who want to avoid the lengthy healing time associated with sinus lifts and bone grafts may also be strong candidates. During your consultation at Palani Center for Dental Implants, our team will perform a comprehensive evaluation of your bone structure, medical history, and treatment goals to determine whether zygomatic implants are the right option for you.

No, and that is one of their greatest advantages. Traditional dental implants require a minimum amount of healthy jawbone for support. When that bone is not available, patients are often told they need bone grafting or a sinus lift first, which can add six to twelve months of healing time before implants can even be placed.

 

Zygomatic implants bypass this step entirely by anchoring into the cheekbone instead of the jawbone. Because the zygomatic bone remains dense and stable despite jawbone deterioration, there is no need for supplemental grafting procedures.

 

As a result, patients can often receive their implants and a temporary set of functional teeth on the same day, dramatically reducing overall treatment time and allowing them to leave our Rancho Palos Verdes office with a restored smile.

Zygomatic implants have an excellent track record, with published clinical studies reporting success rates between 96% and 98%. This is comparable to traditional dental implants, which is especially impressive given that zygomatic implants are typically placed in patients with the most challenging bone conditions.

 

The most commonly reported complication is mild sinusitis, which can usually be managed effectively and has become increasingly rare with modern surgical techniques such as the extra-sinus approach. As with any implant, long-term success depends on proper oral hygiene, regular dental checkups, and following your provider’s aftercare instructions.

 

At Palani Center for Dental Implants, our team has the specialized training and experience needed to perform zygomatic implant procedures with precision, giving our patients the strongest possible foundation for a lasting, confident smile.

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