Zygomatic Implants in Turkey — UK Patient Guide
When upper jawbone volume is insufficient for standard implants — CBCT planning, zygoma fixtures from £3,800, two-visit rehabilitation and intermediary coordination.
OrbisMed Travel is a licensed health tourism intermediary (AK-1013), not a healthcare facility. Clinical care is delivered by contracted partner clinics. Individual results vary.
Zygomatic implants are a specialist full-arch solution when the upper jaw has too little bone for conventional or All-on-4 placement. This guide explains the pathway for UK patients considering Antalya via OrbisMed Travel — a licensed intermediary (AK-1013), not a surgical clinic.
Who this guide is for
You may have been told you lack bone for upper implants, need grafting elsewhere, or want a fixed bridge without lengthy bone-building delays. Zygomatic protocols anchor longer fixtures in the zygoma (cheekbone) after CBCT review.
Individual suitability is confirmed only after imaging — not from online photos alone.
What zygomatic implants are
Standard implants sit in the jawbone. Zygomatic implants are longer and engage the dense cheekbone when the maxilla is severely resorbed. They can support a fixed upper-arch bridge, sometimes combined with standard implants in the lower jaw (hybrid or quad zygomatic plans).
Surgery is typically hospital-based with sedation or general anaesthesia — more complex than routine implant placement.
Indicative cost
OrbisMed packages for zygomatic rehabilitation start from £3,800 per arch context (confirmed in your written GBP quote). UK private complex implant cases often exceed £15,000–£25,000 depending on hospital and grafting — figures are indicative only.
Compare inclusions like any dental package: CBCT, anaesthesia, provisional bridge, second visit definitive work, hotel and transfers. See All-on-4 cost guide for comparison methodology.
Safety and planning minimums
- CBCT with surgeon-led interpretation — mandatory before commitment
- Named maxillofacial or implant surgeon in your written plan
- Hospital or surgical centre with appropriate anaesthesia support
- Staged provisional then definitive protocol where clinically appropriate
- Written aftercare and implant documentation for UK handover
Verify clinic and intermediary certificates: verification guide and AK-1013 explained.
Typical visit outline
| Phase | Outline |
|---|---|
| Visit 1 | Arrival, history, CBCT, case conference, surgery when planned |
| Recovery | Hospital or hotel recovery per protocol; provisional steps if suitable |
| Healing at home | Months of integration — remote reviews via coordinator |
| Visit 2 | Definitive bridge and fit checks |
Timelines vary with hybrid lower-arch work and medical history.
OrbisMed’s role
We coordinate Ministry-authorised partner clinics, issue written GBP plans, arrange logistics, and maintain WhatsApp contact after you return. Surgery is performed by the contracted clinical team.
Treatment page: /dental-treatments/zygomatic-implants/
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I automatically a zygomatic candidate if I have bone loss?
No. CBCT determines whether zygomatic, grafting, or another pathway is appropriate.
Is zygomatic surgery more invasive than All-on-4?
Generally yes — longer fixtures and often hospital-based anaesthesia. Your surgeon explains risks at consultation.
How much do zygomatic implants cost in Turkey vs the UK?
OrbisMed plans start from £3,800; UK complex cases are often substantially higher — always match inclusions.
Can lower and upper arches be treated together?
Sometimes — hybrid plans are discussed after full imaging.
What aftercare applies in the UK?
Coordinator thread plus UK dentist for hygiene where agreed. See aftercare guide for coordination principles.
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