Zygomatic Dental Implants - Missoula, MT
Beat Bone Loss with
Zygomatic Dental Implants
A Healthy Smile is Possible
Suffering from severe bone loss and missing teeth can be disheartening, and traditional dental implants may seem out of reach due to the need for sufficient bone density. However, at the Implant Center of Montana, we’ve assisted Missoula, MT, patients facing bone deterioration since 2014. We empathize with the challenges, discomfort, and dental issues you may be experiencing. Patients dealing with bone deterioration often contend with missing or misaligned teeth, pain during biting and chewing, and facial feature changes as the underlying bone deteriorates.
Dental implants are the ideal solution to restore both form and function, but insufficient bone density can make traditional implants unviable. The good news is that zygomatic dental implants provide an effective solution. These implants anchor more profoundly, enabling individuals with bone deterioration to fully regain their smiles.
What are Zygomatic
Implants?
Zygomatic implants are a life-changing alternative for patients suffering from severe bone degradation and unable to support traditional dental implants. These dental implants are longer than traditional dental implants and anchor to the zygomatic bone rather than the maxilla, the upper jaw. Our dental team strategically places them at an angle to support your restoration of new teeth.
Simple actions such as biting, chewing, and speaking will be easier. You’ll notice a change in your facial structure thanks to the support provided by your implants and restoration. Zygomatic implants are less invasive since they do not require additional procedures such as bone grafting. The rate of failure, therefore, decreases since success is not dependent on grafting to enhance bone density in the jawbone.
Am I a Candidate
for Zygomatic Implants?
You are a candidate if you have lost a significant amount of bone in the upper jaw from periodontal disease, trauma, tumor removal, or tooth loss. This loss makes traditional dental implant surgery difficult to impossible. Zygomatic dental implants are a viable option for patients looking to restore the appearance and function of their smiles.
Even if you have experienced dental implant failure in the past, zygomatic implants may still be an option for you. Our dentists will thoroughly examine your jawbone and zygoma to determine if zygomatic dental implants suit you. We will also examine your overall oral health and any other factors that may impact the success of your surgery.
Are You A Candidate For Dental Implants?
What to Expect from
Zygomatic Implant Surgery
Revitalizing your smile starts with a consultation with our implant specialists, who meticulously plan every facet of your procedure with precision using advanced dental technology. We will discuss your dental concerns, smile goals, and what you want the outcome of your treatment to be. From this, we will create a treatment plan that will match your smile goals to your skin tone and facial structure to create the most natural-looking smile tailored to you. Once we’ve created your treatment plan, we’ll choose your choice of sedation and schedule you for surgery.
On the day of your surgery, our specialists will administer your preferred sedation and make small incisions in your zygoma. We will place 4-6 dental implants at a 45-degree angle, ensuring maximum stability. Once your dental implants are placed, we will attach an abutment and a temporary restoration. These temporary teeth allow you to enjoy your brand-new smile’s benefits immediately! As your mouth heals and your implants fuse with your zygoma through Osseointegration, we’ll monitor your healing process to ensure everything is on track. Once healed, we’ll place your custom-fabricated final restoration so you can enjoy your refreshed smile for years!
Reshaping Lives,
One Smile at a Time
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