In cases where patients would benefit from dental implants in the upper jaw, especially towards the back of the mouth, but do not have the bone health necessary to support traditional implants, we can use pterygoid implants instead.
These implants have been designed and developed so that we can treat patients without having to carry out extensive bone grafting, which often includes multiple treatments and appointments, in order to then place implants. With pterygoid implants, we will not need to perform a bone graft, and instead the implants are placed further back in the upper jaw.
With pterygoid implants, we’re able to offer patients a more seamless route towards a healthier mouth and happier smile.
Thanks to our vast skillset, we’re able to perform this treatment in-house so you can be sure that you’ll be comfortable and well taken care of throughout your treatment journey.
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Pterygoid implants are specialised dental implants positioned towards the back of the upper jaw. They use areas of dense bone to provide additional support for an implant restoration.
They may be considered in complex full-arch cases where there is insufficient bone towards the back of the upper jaw for conventional implant placement.
Yes. Careful clinical assessment and imaging are required to evaluate your anatomy and determine whether pterygoid implants are a suitable treatment option.
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