Zygomatic Implants · Antalya & Istanbul · 2026
Zygomatic Implants In Turkey: Treatment And Procedure
Zygomatic implants in Turkey are a specialist treatment for an upper jaw that cannot support a conventional implant restoration. Long implants anchor in the cheekbone to support the proposed teeth. A 3D CT scan, sinus assessment and joint surgical and restorative planning determine suitability, the number of implants and when the bridge can be fitted. This page explains the technical treatment and procedure.
Ask About Zygomatic Implants
- Anchor Bone
- Cheekboneupper-jaw restoration
- Configuration
- 2 or 4zygomatic implants, as assessed
- Planning
- 3D CTbone, sinus and bridge position
- Restoration
- Stagedtemporary and final teeth
A zygomatic implant is part of a planned upper-jaw restoration, rather than a replacement tooth by itself. This guide focuses on the clinical assessment, surgery and rehabilitation. Published fees are £2,380 per implant or £2,780 for Straumann with abutment; the zygomatic implant cost and package guide explains the complete quote and inclusions. Conventional full mouth implant packages have a different scope.
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What Zygomatic Implants Are
A zygomatic implant is a long implant placed from the mouth toward the cheekbone to support an upper-jaw restoration. A standard dental implant relies on the jawbone around the missing tooth. The zygomatic approach uses a different anchorage site when that local bone cannot support the planned teeth.
Why The Cheekbone Is Used
Substantial upper-jaw bone loss can make a conventional restoration difficult. Cheekbone anchorage may allow treatment without first rebuilding a large area of that jaw. This does not make every patient graft-free: the clinical team still compares the available approaches and assesses any separate defects.
The 2023 ITI consensus identifies specialist surgical and restorative expertise as essential to this complex treatment. The reference is listed below. A patient who has been told there is little bone still needs an individual assessment; that phrase is not a surgical diagnosis.
Two Zygomatic Implants And Quad Zygoma
One configuration combines a cheekbone implant on each side with conventional implants at the front of the upper jaw. A quad-zygoma configuration uses four cheekbone implants, two on each side, when adequate front support is unavailable. These configurations are described in the American College of Prosthodontists position statement. They are not interchangeable packages.
Alternatives To Cheekbone Implants
If the remaining jawbone can support All-on-4 implant treatment, a cheekbone approach may be unnecessary. More conventional implants do not solve every bone deficit either. A bone graft before dental implants builds support in a deficient area; a sinus lift procedure addresses limited bone height below the sinus. Those operations have their own healing stages and risks.
A removable denture remains another option. Compare support, cleaning access, surgery and ongoing maintenance with the clinician. The implant count is the consequence of the assessment, rather than the starting point for choosing treatment.
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CT Assessment And Technical Treatment Planning
This page explains scan assessment and technical planning. The approved zygomatic implant fees, package scope and patient journey guide explains the financial scope. A published fixture or implant-and-abutment fee does not describe a complete full-arch package.
The 3D CT or CBCT scan is used to assess the remaining upper jaw, cheekbone and sinus anatomy in relation to the proposed teeth. CBCT means cone beam computed tomography. Photographs can support a preliminary discussion but cannot show the three-dimensional bone needed to select an implant path.
| Planning Area | Clinical Question |
|---|---|
| Remaining Upper-Jaw Bone | Can conventional implants support the proposed arch, including the front? |
| Cheekbone And Implant Path | Where is suitable anchorage, and how does the planned trajectory relate to nearby structures? |
| Sinus Condition | Are there symptoms or findings requiring assessment before surgery? |
| Restoration Position | How will the bridge connect to the implants and allow a usable bite and cleaning access? |
| Medical And Anaesthetic Assessment | Can the patient undergo the proposed surgery and anaesthetic arrangement? |
| Loading Plan | What temporary option is intended, and which findings determine whether early loading is appropriate? |
Anatomy-Guided Implant Paths
The implant's relationship to the sinus and outer upper-jaw wall varies with anatomy and technique. Terms such as intra-sinus and extra-sinus describe that relationship. ZAGA stands for Zygoma Anatomy-Guided Approach. It describes planning around the patient's anatomy rather than selecting one route for every case.
Straumann's implant-design explanation illustrates how different designs address different relationships between the ridge, sinus wall and implant. This is a technical principle, not a statement that one design is appropriate for everyone. Ask the surgeon to explain the planned route using your scan.
Planning The Bridge Alongside Surgery
The surgical and prosthetic teams need the same treatment plan. It identifies the support sites and the restoration that will connect to them. Ask about the material, planned tooth count, framework where needed and cleaning access. A conventional implant-plus-crown arrangement is different from several implants supporting a connected full-arch bridge.
The written plan should also distinguish an early temporary restoration from the final teeth. The final fitting stage includes assessment of the bite and the restoration itself; it is not simply the end of a calendar waiting period.
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Who Zygomatic Implants Suit
Suitability depends on upper-jaw anatomy, restorative needs, general health and the available alternatives. The systematic review by Polido and colleagues describes severe bone loss, unsuccessful prior treatment and selected jaw defects as relevant indications. These are reasons for assessment, not a self-diagnosis checklist.
When They Are Considered
- Insufficient upper-jaw supportThe remaining bone cannot support an appropriate conventional implant plan.
- Previous treatment problemsFailed implants or grafts have left a support problem that requires a different assessment.
- A major graft is an alternativeIts feasibility, stages and risks are compared with cheekbone anchorage.
- Upper-jaw rehabilitationThe proposed restoration and support configuration are planned together.
When Treatment May Be Delayed Or Changed
- Active sinus or oral problemsSymptoms and infection require evaluation before the proposed operation.
- Medical or anaesthetic limitsUncontrolled illness or another surgical concern can change suitability.
- Medicines and previous therapiesGive the clinician your full medication and medical history for assessment.
- Smoking and cleaning difficultyHealing and the ability to maintain the restoration are part of the decision.
What To Tell The Clinical Team
Share your recent dental records, previous implant or graft history, sinus symptoms, illnesses and medicines. The team assesses whether these affect the proposed treatment. Do not stop a prescribed medicine on the basis of this article.
The Lower Jaw Is Assessed Separately
Zygomatic implants anchor in the cheekbone for upper-jaw rehabilitation. The lower jaw needs its own plan. It may use conventional implants such as an All-on-6 restoration if the anatomy and proposed teeth support that approach.
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How Zygomatic Implant Surgery Works
The procedure follows an agreed surgical and restorative plan. HCT's normal pathway separates the surgical visit from the later final-restoration visit. The clinical assessment confirms the dates and the stay required for each stage.
- 01Preliminary AssessmentDental records, photographs and medical history support the initial discussion.
- 02Examination And ImagingThe scan, sinus findings and proposed restoration are reviewed before consent.
- 03SurgeryThe agreed implants are placed under the planned anaesthesia. Any other agreed dental work is part of the same written plan.
- 04Temporary Restoration And HealingThe temporary option follows the clinical findings and stability of the implants.
- 05Final RehabilitationAfter healing assessment, the final bridge is fitted and the bite, speech and cleaning access are checked.
Anaesthesia And Surgical Preparation
The anaesthetic method is selected for the operation and medical circumstances. Local anaesthesia, sedation and general anaesthesia are distinct arrangements; this page does not prescribe one for every zygomatic case. Confirm preparation, fasting where required, escort arrangements and the treating team's recovery instructions before travelling. Practical questions are covered in preparing for implant surgery.
Placement And Immediate Loading
The surgeon follows the selected route to cheekbone anchorage, placing conventional implants too when the configuration requires them. Implant stability is assessed during surgery. A provisional fixed restoration may be fitted early when the patient and implant criteria permit it. Adequate stability is an essential condition in the manufacturer's loading guidance listed below.
Early loading does not mean healing has finished. The temporary restoration and dietary instructions protect the rehabilitation during that stage. If early fixed teeth are inappropriate, the clinician explains the temporary arrangement. The final bridge is planned for the later restorative stage.
Final Teeth And Materials
At the final stage, the team checks healing and takes the restoration records required for the bridge. The quote identifies the material, components and proposed tooth count for this individual plan. HCT's published Straumann zygomatic option is an implant system; it does not by itself describe the bridge material or its price.
The fit and bite are checked before completion. The team demonstrates how to clean the restoration and records the follow-up plan. A temporary acrylic bridge, final zirconia teeth and a supporting framework are different components rather than alternative names for one item.
Risks And Complications Of Zygomatic Surgery
The surgical-techniques review by Kämmerer and colleagues reports sinusitis, soft-tissue problems, altered sensation and communications between the mouth and sinus. Injury involving the nearby eye socket has also been reported. These are important consent questions, even when a complication is uncommon.
General implant complications include infection, failure to integrate and later problems around the implant or restoration. A screw or bridge component can also require attention. The surgeon explains the relevant risks and alternatives for the proposed configuration. Choosing a particular brand does not remove surgical risk.
The global consensus report cited below recommends an appropriate surgical setting and experienced, trained surgeons able to manage potential complications. Ask the team how your sinus findings and medical assessment influence the operation, as well as who will manage continuing care.
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Healing And Aftercare
Healing is assessed in stages: the surgical wound, implant support and readiness for the final restoration. The provisional interval between HCT treatment visits is usually around three to six months, with the clinician confirming the timing for the individual plan.
The First Days And Weeks
Swelling, bruising and soreness can occur. Take prescribed medicines as directed and use the cleaning method you are shown. Your written instructions set out diet restrictions, how to care for the temporary teeth and when to use rinses or other cleaning aids. The same timetable is not appropriate for every surgical configuration.
Smoking can impair implant healing. Discuss support for stopping and keep the follow-up appointments. Confirm readiness to fly with the treating team; stay long enough for the planned postoperative checks rather than treating the operation as an appointment between holiday activities.
When To Contact The Team
Seek advice promptly about continuing bleeding, fever, worsening swelling, discharge, persistent facial or sinus symptoms, or teeth that feel loose or painful. Sudden vision symptoms or difficulty breathing require urgent medical assessment. Follow the contact and urgent-care instructions supplied at discharge.
Maintaining The Final Bridge
A fixed bridge still needs daily cleaning and professional checks. The team demonstrates how to reach beneath it and recommends a follow-up interval. A dentist at home can help maintain care between trips; keep the implant and restoration records available. The implant aftercare guide covers ongoing maintenance.
What Long-Term Research Can Tell You
Moraschini and colleagues reviewed longitudinal zygomatic and conventional implant studies with at least five years of follow-up. The results support considering zygomatic treatment in suitable cases, but group outcomes cannot predict an individual patient's course. An implant remaining in place is also a different measure from a complication-free restoration.
The reference below is zygomatic-specific. General implant studies are useful for understanding maintenance and healing but should not be presented as the success rate of this operation.
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Clinic, Surgeon And Patient Reviews
The surgical and prosthetic teams assess the same proposed restoration. Ask who will examine your scan, perform the surgery and fit the final bridge, and where the planned appointments will take place.
Questions To Ask Before You Book
| Question | HCT Answer |
|---|---|
| Who places the implants? | Dr. Aslı Ataseven, maxillofacial surgeon. The bridge is planned with Prof. Dr. Müjde Sevimay, prosthodontist |
| How is the configuration chosen? | The scan and restoration plan establish cheekbone and conventional support sites |
| What determines temporary teeth? | The agreed restorative plan, clinical findings and implant stability |
| Where is treatment done? | HCT clinics in Antalya and Istanbul |
Maxillofacial Surgeon Dr. Aslı Ataseven
Maxillofacial Surgeon · Implant Surgery At HCT
Dr. Aslı Ataseven carries out implant surgery at HCT, including grafting and sinus lifting when the scan shows they are needed. Her profile and surgical role are described on the HCT doctors page. Prof. Dr. Müjde Sevimay is the prosthodontist involved in implant-supported restoration planning.
This page is general information. It is not a diagnosis. Whether a cheekbone implant is appropriate depends on your CT scan.
Patient Reviews On Google
Selected Google reviews from HCT patients. These are general clinic experiences, not verified zygomatic treatment outcomes.
Further comments are on patient reviews.
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Zygomatic Treatment And Procedure FAQ
Where Does A Zygomatic Implant Anchor?
It anchors in the cheekbone to help support an upper-jaw restoration when the local jawbone is inadequate for an appropriate conventional plan. It is not used to restore the lower jaw.
How Are Two Implants And Quad Zygoma Different?
Two cheekbone implants may be combined with conventional front implants. Quad zygoma uses four cheekbone implants, two on each side, where adequate front support is unavailable. The scan and restoration plan determine the configuration.
What Does The CT Scan Assess?
It assesses the remaining upper jaw, cheekbone and sinus anatomy in relation to the proposed restoration. The team uses that information with the examination and medical history to plan support sites and implant trajectories.
Do All Implants Pass Through The Sinus?
No single path is used for every anatomy. The implant may have an intra-sinus or extra-sinus relationship depending on the approach and anatomical findings. The surgeon explains the planned route on your scan.
Does Zygomatic Treatment Always Avoid Grafting?
It may avoid extensive upper-jaw augmentation, but it is not a promise that no graft will be needed anywhere. Conventional implants with grafting or a sinus lift remain alternatives to assess.
Which Anaesthetic Will I Need?
The clinical and anaesthetic teams select the method for the operation and your health. Local anaesthesia, sedation and general anaesthesia are different arrangements. Confirm the preparation and recovery instructions for your agreed plan.
Can Temporary Teeth Be Fitted Immediately?
An early fixed provisional restoration may be possible when patient selection and adequate implant stability allow it. Immediate loading is different from completed healing and from fitting the final bridge.
When Are The Final Teeth Fitted?
HCT normally plans a later final-restoration stage, usually around three to six months after surgery. The clinician confirms readiness after assessing healing, rather than relying only on elapsed time.
What Are The Main Zygomatic Surgical Risks?
Reported risks include sinusitis, infection, soft-tissue problems, altered sensation, a communication between the mouth and sinus, and implant failure. Injury involving nearby eye-socket structures has also been reported. The team discusses individual risks before consent.
Can Existing Sinus Problems Change The Plan?
Yes. Sinus symptoms or abnormal findings require evaluation and may change the timing or approach. Tell the team about previous sinus treatment and current symptoms before surgery.
How Is A Zygomatic Bridge Maintained?
Follow the cleaning technique demonstrated for your restoration and attend professional checks. Contact a dental clinician promptly if the teeth feel loose or painful. Keep your implant and restoration records for continuing care.
Can Treatment Be Planned In Antalya Or Istanbul?
HCT has clinics in both cities. Confirm the treating location, surgical and restorative clinicians, and appointment schedule in your individual plan.
Medical Sources And References
Clinical references are listed with their scope. They do not set HCT fees or endorse the clinic. Treatment decisions follow an individual examination and scan.
- ITI Consensus Report On Zygomatic Implants — Al-Nawas Et Al., 2023Specialist planning, indications and treatment configurations. International Journal of Implant Dentistry; DOI: 10.1186/s40729-023-00489-9.
- Indications For Zygomatic Implants — Polido Et Al., 2023Systematic review of patient selection and alternatives; DOI: 10.1186/s40729-023-00480-4.
- Zygomatic Surgical Techniques And Complications — Kämmerer Et Al., 2023Systematic review of surgical approaches and complications; DOI: 10.1186/s40729-023-00478-y.
- American College Of Prosthodontists — Zygomatic ImplantsProfessional position statement on implant configurations and restorative planning.
- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS — Insertion Of Dental ImplantsGeneral implant surgery and postoperative care; not a zygomatic-specific protocol.
- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS — Bone Grafting For Dental ImplantsBone augmentation as an alternative or separate component of implant care.
- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS — Sinus Lift ProceduresUpper-jaw graft planning and sinus-related care.
- U.S. Food And Drug Administration — Dental ImplantsGeneral implant materials, complications and ongoing dental follow-up.
- Straumann — Anatomy And Zygomatic Implant DesignManufacturer explanation of anatomy-guided implant designs; not an HCT outcome study.
- Nobel Biocare — Zygomatic Implant Loading CriteriaManufacturer guidance: an early provisional restoration depends on selection and implant stability; not a promise of HCT brand supply.
- Global Consensus On Rehabilitation Of The Edentulous Maxilla — Group 2, 2026Experienced surgical teams, patient selection and clinical outcome assessment.
- Longitudinal Zygomatic Implant Outcomes — Moraschini Et Al., 2023Systematic review of studies with at least five years of follow-up; DOI: 10.1111/cid.13153. Research findings are not a patient-specific guarantee.
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