Avoids Bone Grafting
Anchors in the zygomatic bone, often eliminating lengthy grafting and sinus lift procedures.
Oral Surgery
ZygomaticImplants
with Dr. Nathan Eberle
A shorter, more comfortable alternative to traditional grafting for patients with severe upper jaw bone loss — placed by an experienced surgeon who teaches these techniques nationally.
Overview
What are zygomatic implants?
Dr. Nathan Eberle, M.D., D.D.S., F.A.C.S. has extensive experience in the placement of zygomatic implants. He routinely teaches other providers these unique and specific techniques.
Zygomatic implants have been documented as an alternative for the rehabilitation of the atrophic posterior maxilla with both the classical two-stage and immediate loading (teeth in a day) protocols. They avoid grafting and sinus lift procedures and therefore contribute to a shorter and more comfortable treatment.
The Procedure
A faster alternative to grafting.
From start to finish, treatment time is 5 to 6 months versus traditional grafting techniques that can be well over 12 to 14 months.
Further indications include failed conventional implant placement, failed sinus augmentation or grafting procedures, and rehabilitation after tumor and trauma resections.
Zygomatic implants combined with conventional anterior implants.
Quad zygoma technique for the fully resorbed maxilla.
Advanced Techniques
Beyond traditional implants.
In the atrophic posterior maxilla, in general, one zygomatic implant is placed on each side of the maxilla in combination with 2 to 4 conventional implants in the anterior region.
For the totally resorbed maxilla, when placement of anterior implants is not possible, the concept can be expanded by inserting two additional zygomatic implants in a more anterior position (Quad Zygoma).
Zygomatic implants are nowadays usually immediately loaded with a fixed bridge.
Benefits
Why patients choose zygomatic implants.
Shorter Timeline
Treatment time is typically 5 to 6 months versus 12 to 14 months with traditional grafting.
Immediate Loading
Many patients receive a fixed bridge the same day as surgery with teeth-in-a-day protocols.
Severe Bone Loss
Ideal when the upper jaw lacks sufficient bone for conventional implant placement.
High Stability
The cheekbone provides dense, strong support for a full arch of replacement teeth.
Expert Placement
Dr. Eberle teaches these techniques to other providers and performs them routinely.
The Specs
Zygomatic implants at a glance.
Treatment Time
Approximately 5 to 6 months start to finish.
Traditional Grafting
Often 12 to 14 months or longer.
Typical Placement
One zygomatic implant per side plus 2 to 4 anterior implants.
Quad Zygoma
Four zygomatic implants when the maxilla is fully resorbed.
Loading
Usually immediately loaded with a fixed bridge.
Imaging
3D evaluation confirms candidacy and surgical plan.
Next Steps
What Should I Do Next?
If you have been told you are not a candidate for traditional dental implants due to bone loss, zygomatic implants may be the solution. Contact Weston Center for Plastic Surgery to learn more. Contact Us or book online.
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