Restore Your Smile Without Supplemental Procedures
One of the leading causes of jawbone deterioration is missing teeth. If a weakened jawbone is preventing you from receiving dental implants, our expert restorative dentist Dr. Chaudhry can help. Traditionally, patients would need to undergo a supplemental procedure to restore their jawbone density before the placement of dental implants.
At Lehigh Valley Oral Surgery & Implant Center, we’re proud to offer zygomatic dental implants. With these specialized implants, you can skip the bone grafting procedure, and our dentist can restore your smile in just one appointment.
Read on to learn more about zygomatic dental implants and if they’re the smile restoration solution you’ve been waiting for.
What Are Zygomatic Dental Implants?
Zygomatic implants are similar to traditional implant fixtures, but feature a much longer post. This extra length extends to the zygomatic bone in your upper jaw, securing your restoration without the need for a bone graft. Best of all, with zygomatic implants placements, you’ll be able to leave your first appointment with a fully functional smile.
Though the restorations we attach at your first appointment are only temporary, the zygomatic implant technique provides you with permanent replacement teeth up to three times faster than with traditional dental implants.
Benefits of Zygomatic Dental Implants
Due to their unique design, zygomatic implants offer a variety of benefits, such as:
- Immediate Function: Thanks to their streamlined process, you’ll leave your first zygomatic implant appointment with a natural-looking, fully functional set of temporary teeth.
- No Bone Grafting: As a result of their specialized design, zygomatic implants don’t require patients to undergo a bone grafting procedure, meaning patients who suffer from jawbone deterioration immediately qualify for zygomatic implants.
- Faster Treatment: The total treatment time for zygomatic dental implants is about three months, as opposed to six to nine months with traditional implants.
- Flexible Treatment: With a range of different implant lengths and abutments available, zygomatic dental implants allow for greater flexibility when choosing your prosthetic tooth.
- High Success Rate: Many patients ask about the zygomatic implants success rate, and they’re surprised to learn that zygomatic implants have a survival rate of 95 percent after ten years.
The Zygomatic Dental Implants Process
Zygomatic dental implants are intended to replace teeth in the upper jaw. They’re most often used to replace an entire arch of missing teeth, severely damaged or decayed teeth, or teeth that have become extremely loose due to severe gum disease.
These specialized implants are placed into the zygomatic bone, more commonly known as the cheekbone, which is where they get their name. The zygomatic bone is much denser than the jawbone, and provides a solid anchor point for the implant.
When zygomatic implants are placed, they’re strategically angled in the zygomatic bone. The dense composition of this bone, along with the way it’s placed, allows a dental prosthetic to immediately be loaded onto the dental implants during surgery. This means that you won’t have to go without teeth while the implants heal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are zygomatic dental implants painful?
Receiving zygomatic implants is a virtually painless experience. Our dentist will administer a local anesthetic before your procedure to ensure you don’t feel any pain. We also offer dental sedation for patients with dental anxiety or a heightened resistance to anesthesia. A member of our team will monitor you during your appointment to make sure you’re at ease.
It’s normal to experience mild soreness once the numbness fades, but any pain should subside after a few days. In the meantime, you can use cold compresses and over-the-counter pain relievers to alleviate any discomfort. Explore our dental implant aftercare guide to learn more.
How much do zygomatic dental implants cost?
The cost of zygomatic implants depends on the details of your personalized treatment plan. Dr. Chaudhry will provide you with a cost estimate of your procedure at your initial consultation. We also recommend that you contact your dental insurance provider to learn more about your plan’s coverage.
We’re proud to provide affordable zygomatic dental implants to patients in Lehigh Valley and beyond. Our office accepts various financing options, including several PPOs and third-party companies like CareCredit and LendingClub.
How long do zygomatic dental implants last?
Similar to traditional dental implants, zygomatic implants are permanent solutions to tooth loss. However, your prosthetic tooth may need to be replaced after about 15 years. You can get the most out of your restoration by practicing good oral hygiene, including daily brushing and flossing.
Our dentists also encourage patients to schedule biannual dental appointments for regular dental exams and cleanings. Attending a dental visit every six months helps support your oral health and dental restorations.
Your Journey to a New Smile Starts Here
At Lehigh Valley Oral surgery and Implant Center, we believe that every patient deserves a healthy, functional smile they can take pride in. Zygomatic implants may be the ideal solution for you if you’ve suffered from bone loss as a result of missing teeth. This specialized dental implant treatment has helped countless patients restore their smiles and confidence.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chaudhry, contact our Lehigh Valley office today at (484) 821-1357. You can also book a consultation online by filling out our convenient contact form. Thanks to our two convenient locations, we serve patients from Bethlehem, Stroudsburg, Allentown, and Easton, PA.
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Gabriel Perez
November 12, 2021.
if i could give 10 stars i would . this place eased the pain i carried over 2-3 years at first i was skeptical because my past experiences, however they treated me good with respect.they really took care of me never have i seen a place so courteous. i think everyone in pain should go to this place it was the best for me . i had 7 extractions and they tookme in and i was seen in less than 2 weeks and the teeth were removed in about 20 minutes. they worked at god speed lol. great place. Thank you so much for taking care of me .
Nicole Perez
November 12, 2021.
This place is amazing. The staff are wonderful and very polite. My husband was in pain for years. We went to 2 different oral surgeons and for months they wasted our time. When I called Lehigh valley oral surgery, they listened and made appointments very fast. They even do (out of Network) referrals for insurance. Please if you are in pain and need to be seen this is the place for you. Thank you guys so much for everything you did for my husband.
Lauren O'Brian
November 11, 2021.
Very grateful that I was able to have my dental implant done with Dr. Chaudhry. He and his staff were professional and kind. They were sensitive to my concerns, and answered all of my questions thoroughly. Nicole, the implant coordinator, was especially supportive throughout the process. Thank you for making this experience as pleasant as possible.
Mateopuzzler
October 13, 2021.
Had an issue with my insurance didn't realize they type that I had so the information didn't go through, still saw me they day of my extraction and helped me square away my insurance. They are super friendly nice, and seem to be on top of their game. This place is highly recommended for a reason, this is the place to go.
Dori
October 12, 2021.
My son had 4 wisdom teeth removed. Initially the appointment was for March of 2020. Then the pandemic hit. They refunded my partial payment quickly. Fast forward to September of 2021. Rescheduling was no problem. From the front desk to the doctor and assistants, the staff was friendly and professional. They took new x-rays and found that the procedure was going to be less money! Everything went well. His recovery has been good. He still has some tenderness 3 weeks out. The only complaint I would mention is that we never received a call to check on his recovery. That would have been very nice.
Tami Giglio
September 30, 2021.
This place is great if you need oral surgery. Everyone is so nice and professional. And the facility is very clean. I highly recommend!!
Kristen VanFleet
September 24, 2021.
Had to have an emergency extraction. I was in so much pain and they were able to see me the very next day. The office staff starting with the receptionist was very pleasant courteous and professional. The hygienist was very kind and made sure I was comfortable. Dr Kim was excellent. I was given IV sedation and I’m not sure how I will be able to go back to having dental work without it because it made everything much better. They even sent me home with an ice pack which may seem like a small detail but it was a big help once anesthesia wore off. Choose this practice. You won’t regret it.
April S
September 11, 2021.
I went here a few days ago to get a molar pulled that was chipped and infected. I was completely terrified, so Dr. Farag brought someone in to hold my hand during the numbing shots, and her assistant offered to hold my other hand. She applied plenty of numbing gel, and only two out of all of the injections were painful because she had to inject the gum near the tooth of course, whereas the other shots were just more uncomfortable than anything. The nurses and assistants that held my hand were very sweet, encouraging, and made me chuckle a few times. Dr. Farag talked me through the whole procedure and gave me a break when I needed one. I'll be honest and say it wasn't completely painless, but I don't blame Dr. Farag whatsoever. She tried her best to numb me up, but the tooth was infected and probably couldn't be numbed entirely. Regardless, any pain I felt was probably on a scale of about 3-4, and only happened at certain times during the procedure; it wasn't constant. The pain from the infection felt way worse than anything I felt that day in that chair.
It was over pretty quickly. Her assistant stayed with me afterwards and talked with me until I was calm, since I found myself in a fit of tears after the tooth was pulled. I wasn't in pain afterwards, just really relieved, I think. Dr. Farag seemed to feel genuinely bad at how upset I was, and suggested that I be sedated next time or given anti-anxiety medication if and when I come back to get anything done. She's right, as I would say my own fear was probably the worst part of the experience.
I'm 3 days post-extraction and I feel fine. The bleeding stopped within a few hours when I got home, and the wound seems to be healing well. There is some soreness, a very minimal amount of swelling, and occasional twinges of pain in the area, but that's it.
I would recommended coming here if you need work done. Everyone here is very kind, caring and compassionate. They also honored the fact that I had panoramic x-rays prior, whereas some places will charge you for an x-ray even if you've already had one done.