Key points • Fundamental knowledge of the maxillofacial anatomy and physiology are necessary to perform this advanced procedure. Proper training including the understanding of the prosthetic and surgical biomechanical principles…
Key points • The application of surgical navigation in complex craniomaxillofacial procedures has become helpful in transferring the surgical plan to the patient and in avoiding pertinent anatomic injuries. •…
Key points • Accurate initial data acquisition. • Establish virtual tooth position. • Virtual 3-dimensional diagnosis and planning. • Design and construction of monolithic polymethylmethacrylate conversion prosthesis. • Connection of…
Key points • The essence of the ZAGA Concept is to provide the patient with a zygomatic anchored rehabilitation according to their specific anatomy. • ZAGA Concept includes the choice…
Key points • Maxillary ablative defects—the Brown classification is the system used most widely to describe maxillary defects; this system also is beneficial in guiding reconstructive techniques and options. •…
Key points • Four well-distributed zygomatic implants (quad zygoma) is a first-line approach in severe maxillary atrophy or a rescue therapy after implant failure. • Adequate implant stability allows immediate…
Key points • A systematic preoperative evaluation is an essential basis to identify challenges, risks, and limitations to establish an accurate treatment plan. • The understanding of anatomic differences provides…
Key points • Zygoma implants with or without traditional dental implants are a safe and predictable first line of treatment in lieu of more time-consuming and financially burdensome traditional bone…
Key points • The armamentarium for zygomatic implants includes zygoma retractors, specific drills and burrs, depth gauge, inserting hand tools, prosthetic tools, and multiple angulated abutments from 0° to 60°….
Key points • When indicated, Zygomatic implants can offer a graftless approach to patients with severely atrophic maxilla. • The time from surgical intervention to final prosthetic restoration can be…
