All-on-4 and Zygoma Implant Treatment: Detailed Explanation with Case Examples
All-on-4 and zygoma implant treatments are modern, fixed dental solutions used in individuals with advanced bone loss or those who are not suitable for classical implants. Especially in patients experiencing serious bone resorption in the upper jaw, traditional implant planning may not be possible. At this point, All-on-4 and zygomatic implants offer a fast and effective alternative without the need for bone grafting operations.
What are Zygoma (Cheekbone) Implant and All-on-4?
In individuals with advanced bone loss in the upper jaw, implants are placed not in the jawbone but in the cheekbone, and this is called the zygoma implant. Since the cheekbone is dense and strong, it forms a solid foundation for fixed prostheses. This method is suitable for individuals who do not want bone grafting, who experience severe resorption in the upper jaw, and whose quality of life decreases with removable prostheses.
In the All-on-4 method, only four implants are placed in the jaw, and fixed temporary teeth can be applied on the same day. This method may be preferred in cases of complete edentulism, when bone height is limited, and in individuals seeking a more economical, fast, and aesthetic solution.
What are the Advantages of All-on-4 and Zygoma Treatment?
These two methods are among the safest and fastest ways to obtain fixed prostheses in individuals with complete edentulism or advanced bone loss. The prominent advantages can be listed as follows:
- Bone insufficiency is no longer a problem. The zygoma implant uses the cheekbone to support the implant. Thus, there is no need for bone grafting.
- There is the possibility of having fixed temporary teeth on the same day.
- The healing process is more comfortable than traditional methods.
- Prosthesis stability is high and long-lasting.
- Aesthetic appearance is regained in the short term.
The All-on-4 and zygoma treatments we apply at Dentram are permanent and functional solutions, especially for individuals who have difficulty using prostheses.
Case Examples in All-on-4 and Zygoma Implant Applications
Both All-on-4 and zygoma implant applications can be much better understood with the following case examples.
Severe Bone Loss in the Upper Jaw – Zygoma Application
A tomography analysis performed on a patient who had difficulty using a prosthesis showed that the upper jawbone was insufficient for an implant. Zygoma implants were placed in the cheekbone and fixed prosthesis planning was made. This case shows how effective the zygoma technique is for individuals who want fixed teeth without bone grafting.
Full Mouth Rehabilitation – All-on-4 Application
All-on-4 planning was made for a patient who had lost all teeth in both the lower and upper jaws. After the implants were placed, fixed temporary teeth were attached on the same day. This case shows that the All-on-4 method can provide aesthetics and function in a short time.
In some patients, zygoma implants can be applied to the upper jaw, while All-on-4 can be applied to the lower jaw. Thus, both jaws are restored with fixed prostheses on the same day.
What are the Treatment Stages?
Treatment steps may vary depending on the patient’s bone structure, but they generally proceed as follows:
- Detailed bone analysis is performed with panoramic X-ray and tomography.
- The angles and placement points of the implants are determined with digital planning.
- All-on-4 or zygoma implants are placed through the surgical procedure.
- In suitable cases, fixed temporary teeth are attached on the same day.
Since conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes can affect the success of the application, the evaluation must be made by specialist surgeons.
Dentram for Advanced Implant Surgery
All-on-4 and zygoma implant treatments, when combined with sutureless surgical techniques, offer comfortable, fast, and lasting results to patients. Even in cases where the bone structure is insufficient, it is possible to have fixed teeth thanks to Dentram’s advanced surgical solutions and the expertise of one of Dentram’s founders, Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery Specialist Prof. Dr. Serhat Yalçın.
You can also contact Dentram specialists to create a personalized evaluation and treatment plan.
