Zygomatic, Pterygoid & Nasal Implants

Graft-less Solutions for Severe Bone Loss

At Khoury Dental Clinic, we believe that bone loss should never prevent a patient from receiving fixed teeth.
For cases once considered untreatable without complex grafting, our team provides advanced zygomatic, pterygoid, and nasal implant solutions — designed to restore function and aesthetics without bone grafts or sinus lifts.

These techniques allow us to offer permanent, fixed teeth even to patients with severe bone resorption, failed grafts, or systemic conditions that limit bone regeneration.

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What Are Zygomatic Implants?

Zygomatic implants are long titanium implants anchored into the cheekbone (zygoma) rather than the upper jaw.
The zygomatic bone provides dense, solid anchorage, allowing the replacement of missing upper teeth when the jawbone is too thin or absent.

Benefits

-No sinus lift or bone graft required
-Immediate fixed teeth possible in most cases
-Strong anchorage in dense zygomatic bone
-Reduced treatment time and fewer surgeries
-Predictable long-term stability

Zygomatic implants are particularly suited for full-arch restorations in the upper jaw, often performed in combination with anterior conventional implants for optimal load distribution.

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What Are Pterygoid Implants?

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Pterygoid implants are placed in the back of the upper jaw, extending into the pterygoid bone, a strong structure behind the maxilla.
They are ideal when the posterior maxilla lacks sufficient bone or when a sinus lift is not desired.

Benefits

-Restores posterior support without grafting
-Avoids sinus surgery
-Immediate function in many cases
-Excellent long-term success rates
-Suitable for full-arch restorations when combined with other implants

Pterygoid implants allow our team to rehabilitate the entire arch without touching the sinus, providing exceptional stability and chewing function.

Dental implants FAQ? We’ve got you covered.

No, absolutely not. Zygomatic, pterygoid, and nasal implants are specifically designed as advanced “graft-less solutions” for severe bone loss. Instead of spending 6 to 12 months undergoing painful bone grafting or sinus lifts, our team anchors these specialized implants directly into the dense, stable bones of your facial structure (the cheekbone for zygomatic and the pterygoid bone behind the maxilla for posterior support). This allows Khoury Dental Clinic to provide permanent, fixed teeth even to patients who were told elsewhere that implants were completely impossible.

Yes, absolutely. Traditional bone grafts rely heavily on a highly sensitive blood supply to heal properly, which is why smoking or previous surgical failures frequently cause traditional grafts to fail. However, zygomatic and pterygoid structures possess incredibly stable, dense cortical bone that never resorbs over time. This makes these advanced implants highly predictable and successful for heavy smokers, patients with failed sinus lifts, or individuals with medical conditions that limit traditional bone regeneration.

Each type targets a specific zone of severe upper-jaw bone deficiency. Zygomatic implants are elongated titanium implants placed diagonally into the dense cheekbone (zygoma) to support the front and sides of your smile. Pterygoid implants are placed at the very back of the mouth into the pterygoid plate, providing critical posterior chewing support without touching your sinus cavities. Nasal implants utilize the dense bone bordering the nasal floor. We frequently combine these methods to reconstruct a full upper arch safely and seamlessly.

Most patients are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable the recovery is, often experiencing significantly less discomfort than traditional extensive bone grafting. While you will experience mild to moderate facial swelling and bruising around the cheeks or under the eyes for 3 to 5 days, this is completely manageable with prescribed anti-inflammatories and pain medications. Most local and international patients comfortably return to light, normal daily activities within 5 to 7 days.

When performed by elite specialists, these procedures are exceptionally safe and boast over a 95% long-term success rate. Because these implants are placed near vital facial structures, they require immense maxillofacial expertise. At Khoury Dental Clinic, our surgical team utilizes state-of-the-art 3D CBCT imaging and custom 3D-printed surgical guides to map the implant trajectories down to a sub-millimeter level. Our clinic has been placing complex dental implants in Beirut since 1989, offering world-class clinical precision.

For a full-arch reconstruction using zygomatic or pterygoid implants, international dental tourism patients should plan a total stay in Beirut of 10 to 12 days. Because these implants leverage incredibly dense, non-resorbing bones, we can safely apply an “immediate loading” protocol. This means Dr. Jeff Khoury can secure a custom, functional temporary fixed bridge onto your implants within 24 to 48 hours of surgery, allowing you to fly home with a beautiful, fully functional smile.

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