What is a Zygomatic Bone? Functions to Zygomatic Implants!


The zygomatic bone, often referred to as the cheekbone, is a paired facial bone vital to facial appearance and structure of zygomatic implants; however, it does play a massive role in dentistry and jaw reconstruction. The fact that very few people know about it should not, however, mislead patients who suffer from upper jaw bone loss into thinking that surgical measures like zygomatic dental implants are impossible due to the zygomatic bone’s features and location.

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The zygomatic bone is crucial for maintaining the beauty of the face and achieving patients’ goals in implementing, for example, facial implants or prostheses that magnify their appearance. Generally, the zygomatic bone is the underlying structure that defines the contouring of an individual’s face and how attractive others find them when they see them due to its unique protrusions in certain areas.

Nevertheless, the shape of the zygomatic bone significantly influences not only facial beauty but also life quality and self-esteem among those who have any concerns about the smile or face in general. To make it clearer, when speaking in depth about the functions of the zygomatic bone, one can not only name some of its multiple roles in each person’s organism but find out that this bone is not only one of the most visible amongst other elements, as well aiming towards the importance of this structure is huge.

Functions of the Zygomatic Bone

zygomatic implants procedure at lema dental clinic
dental implants procedure at lema clinic

First and foremost, the zygomatic bone shapes the face into a defined look that is often deemed attractive by society’s standards. A smoother and higher arching zygomatic bone can also signal better youthfulness in an individual. Although it may sound trivial, the importance of facial looks should not be underestimated since this is vital in society regarding personal and professional undertakings.

A more youthful and distinguished appearance can improve self-assurance and allow the person to feel good in their own skin. As said before, the zygomatic bone is responsible for the face’s key features but there are many more important and often unnoticed roles that this bone performs.

  • Formation of each person’s cheek prominence, which directly influences the aesthetics of a face
  • Contributes to and outlines the outer walls of the orbital cavity in which the eyeballs are situated and which are covered by the eyeballs allowing to have a clear view of surrounding items and situations outside this cavity
  • Contributes to supporting the maxilla and forms zygomatic arch, the section of skull whereby given parts like eyebrows, upper side teeth, mouth floor etc. are conjoined and provide a stable maxillary base and thereby enabling persons to properly chew food, speak clearly, etc.
  • The zygomatic bone also acts as an anchorage for productive muscles of the face making it possible for facial expressions such as smiling or wrinkling of one’s forehead to be well expressed; this function contributes to human communication and consequently to
  • Zygomaticofacial Foramen: A small opening for nerves and blood vessels
  • Zygomaticotemporal Foramen: Passageway for temporal nerves
  • Zygomaticoorbital Foramen: Located near the orbit and transmits zygomatic nerves
What are Zygomatic Dental Implants?

A zygomatic implant is a type of dental implant that has changed the game for people who have lost teeth but don’t have enough bone mass in the area of the upper jaw, mainly in the maxilla. Contrary to typical implants, which are fixed within the maxilla bone, zygomatic implants are anchored perpendicularly into the zygomatic bone providing solid and strong master points for the prosthetic teeth.

Advantages of Zygomatic Dental Implants in Istanbul, Turkey Compared to UK & USA

When it comes to matters of cost and efficiency, zygomatic implants in Istanbul, Turkey are an ideal option to settle for as compared to the UK and the USA. Below are some of the key reasons why people have preferred going to Turkey.

  • Main advantage:
    • Cost-Effectiveness: If you are living in the UK or the USA, you might already be aware that zygomatic implants are quite an expensive affair, costing closer.

However, if you decide to choose Turkey as your destination of choice for treatment, you will spend less. 60% 70% less money on the same treatment. This means that not only have people gone to Turkey for treatment but are very satisfied with the quality of services offered.

zygomatic implants in istanbul turkey
zygomatic implants in istanbul turkey
  • Experienced Surgeons: When it comes to dental surgeons in Turkey, a good number of them have trained abroad, and hence they’ve got a lot of international exposure both in the field of practice and with the current knowledge and use of technology. This has enabled most of these dental surgeons to gain a competitive advantage in the area of implantology.
  • Short Waiting Times: If you are a patient in desperate need of surgery, fret no more, as Turkey is your country of choice; you can schedule your consultation today, and starve the waiting time by having your surgery done within days, unlike the UK or US where patients wait for treatment months on end.
  • All-in-One Travel Packages: Many clinics offer dental + accommodation + transportation bundles for international patients and these packages are very affordable, thus appealing to so many clients; with every step of the treatment process enjoyed as if you are a holidaymaker on a trip to a very good tourist destination.
  • Medical Tourism Infrastructure: Medical tourism has grown and Turkey is among the leading countries as a destination for the same; with the number of people coming to Turkey seeking medical treatment increasing every day, the infrastructure has also increased and very well improved to make the process very smooth and convenient for the patients. Foreign patients not only enjoy the best of Turkish medicine but also the art of Turkish hospitality.
  • No Bone Grafting Required: The fact that there is no bone grafting required means that there is no meddling with the jawbone and it is continually preserved as is; this is very advantageous for patients who have been having bone loss that is considerable in their upper jaws thus making their situation so complicated; the operation is thus relatively simple if no long healing time and no complication are involved thus lots of people are attracted to the procedure.
  • The zygomatic bone plays a fundamental role in both facial anatomy and advanced dental restoration techniques. With zygomatic implants becoming a preferred solution for severe upper jaw bone loss, many patients are turning to Istanbul, Turkey, for high-quality care at a fraction of the cost. If you’re considering zygomatic implants, consulting a reputable clinic in Turkey may be the smartest step toward restoring your smile; these implants don’t only look and feel like a natural dentition, but moreover, give confidence and self-assurance wherever one goes, without being forced to shy away from some people and leave off from world.

Dt. Polen Akkılıç

Dentist and Lema Dental Clinic founder Nisa Polen Akkılıç shares valuable information on dental health and care, providing readers with practical tips they can apply in their daily lives. Additionally, her articles aim to convey innovations and current developments in the field of dentistry, making it easier to follow industry advancements.

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