Omega Dental Specialists
Midtown / Downtown Houston
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Houston, Texas · Dental Implants
Zygomatic Implants in Houston
Zygomatic implants anchor in the cheekbone (zygoma) instead of the upper jawbone — a surgical option for patients with severe upper-jaw bone loss, including those previously told they weren't candidates for implants, confirmed by 3D CBCT imaging and an in-person surgeon evaluation.
What Are Zygomatic Implants?
Zygomatic implants are longer titanium implants anchored in the zygoma (cheekbone) instead of the upper jawbone — engineered for patients whose upper jaw has lost too much bone to support standard implants. Because they don't rely on jawbone volume, they can sometimes avoid the extended bone grafting that severe bone loss would otherwise require. They're typically placed as part of a full-arch, fixed restoration, not as a single-tooth solution.
Who Zygomatic Implants Are For
Zygomatic implants are generally considered for patients who've been told by another provider that they're not candidates for implants, or whose bone grafts failed to take. They're not a first-line option — most patients with adequate or graftable upper-jaw bone do better with bone grafting plus standard implants, or with All-on-4. Whether zygomatic implants fit your case is a surgical judgment call made after a full evaluation, not something we can answer from a description alone. For a side-by-side look at when grafting makes sense and when it doesn't, see Zygomatic Implants vs. Bone Grafting.
How They Differ From Standard Implants & All-on-4
The difference comes down to where the implant anchors, not just how many are placed. A standard implant, and the two back implants in All-on-4, still need a workable amount of bone in the jaw itself — though All-on-4's angled placement is designed to work with less of it. A zygomatic implant skips the jawbone entirely and anchors in the denser zygomatic bone of the cheek instead, which is why surgeons reserve it for upper-jaw bone loss too severe for those other options — often as part of a full-arch, fixed restoration rather than a single tooth.
Confirming Candidacy: 3D CBCT & Surgeon Evaluation
Because zygomatic implants are reserved for complex bone loss, candidacy isn't something we estimate over the phone. A 3D CBCT scan maps the remaining bone in your upper jaw and cheekbone in detail, and an oral and maxillofacial surgeon reviews that imaging with you in person before recommending zygomatic implants over other options like bone grafting or full-mouth implants. That evaluation is part of your free consultation.
What Do Zygomatic Implants Cost in Houston?
Zygomatic implant cases are complex and case-specific, so we don't publish a fixed price range — your surgeon builds an itemized quote after your 3D CBCT scan and evaluation, based on how many implants you need and what restoration you're getting. We accept most insurance and offer 0% APR financing. Get Your Free, Itemized Quote — no pressure, ever.
Why patients choose us for zygomatic implants
- Zygoma (cheekbone) anchorage — evaluated for patients with severe upper-jaw bone loss or a previous graft that didn't take
- 3D CBCT imaging plus an in-person surgeon evaluation confirm candidacy before any treatment plan
- Performed by board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons — meet Dr. Rosenstein
- Complex, case-specific treatment — a transparent, itemized quote at your free consultation
- Most insurance accepted · 0% APR financing available
Your next step
The best way to learn if zygomatic implants is right for you is a quick, free consultation. We’ll answer your questions and give you a clear plan and price the same visit.
We plan every implant with 3D imaging before we begin, place it under local anesthesia with sedation options for your comfort, and give you a transparent, itemized price up front — so there are no surprises and you can move forward with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are zygomatic implants?
Zygomatic implants are longer titanium implants anchored in the zygoma (cheekbone) instead of the upper jawbone — used for patients whose upper-jaw bone loss is too severe for standard implants or All-on-4.
Am I a candidate for zygomatic implants?
It depends on how much bone remains in your upper jaw and cheekbone, which we confirm with a 3D CBCT scan and an in-person surgeon evaluation. Zygomatic implants are generally reserved for patients previously told they weren't candidates for implants, or whose bone grafts didn't take — a free consultation is the only way to know for certain.
How are zygomatic implants different from All-on-4?
All-on-4 still anchors in the jawbone, with two implants angled into denser bone to reduce the need for grafting. Zygomatic implants skip the jawbone altogether and anchor in the cheekbone itself, which is why they're considered when even All-on-4's angled approach isn't possible.
How much do zygomatic implants cost in Houston?
Cost is complex and case-specific — we don't publish a fixed range because it depends on how many implants and what restoration your case needs. Your surgeon builds an itemized quote at your free consultation, with most insurance accepted and 0% APR financing available.
How do I get started?
Book a free consultation. Your surgeon reviews your history, takes a 3D CBCT scan, and tells you honestly whether zygomatic implants — or another option — fit your case, with a clear, itemized price.
Considering Zygomatic Implants?
Book your free, no-pressure consultation. We’ll review your options, costs, and financing — and answer every question.
Same-week appointments often available · Financing & most insurance accepted