Zygomatic Implants: A Solution for the Atrophic Maxilla

Abstract

Even with the great strides made in the techniques for placement of traditional endosseous dental implants, restoration of the dentition in patients with a severely resorbed or resected maxilla can prove challenging. For many decades, significant bone grafting was the mainstay of treatment for these patients. However, zygomatic implants have been shown to provide a stable and predictable alternative for the restoration of the dentition for patients with severe bone loss of the maxilla.

Keywords: Atrophic; Implant; Maxilla; Oral surgery; Zygoma.