Orthognathic or jaw surgery corrects dentofacial issues. However, some issues are not too advanced, making orthodontic treatment the better option. For you to be an ideal candidate for jaw surgery, your condition should be severe enough. Maybe you are too old for the use of growth modification or your condition is too advanced.
When the upper jaw does not have enough bone to support traditional implants, zygomatic dental implants may offer another option. Instead of anchoring into the jawbone alone, these implants are placed in the cheekbone for added support.
Most dental implants are made of titanium, and have been for decades, because titanium is biocompatible, strong, and fuses reliably with bone. But a newer option, zirconia implants, has gained traction for patients who prefer a metal-free alternative.
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