{"id":3360,"date":"2024-11-07T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/?p=3360"},"modified":"2025-04-04T10:04:20","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T09:04:20","slug":"pterygoid-zahnimplantate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/de\/pterygoid-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Pterygoid-Zahnimplantate"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1 uagb-toc__collapse uagb-block-3f27284d  uag-hide-desktop    \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tInhaltsverzeichnis\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#what-are-pterygoid-dental-implants\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">What are Pterygoid Dental Implants?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#indications-and-candidates\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Indications and Candidates<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#benefits-of-pterygoid-dental-implants\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Benefits of Pterygoid Dental Implants<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#no-extra-procedures\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">No Extra Procedures<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#immediate-function\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Immediate Function<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#high-success-and-stability\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">High Success and Stability<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#comparison-with-zygomatic-implants\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Comparison with Zygomatic Implants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#pterygoid-implant-procedure\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Pterygoid Implant Procedure<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#treating-dental-implants-with-bone-loss\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Treating Dental Implants with Bone Loss<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#conclusion-key-takeaways\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Conclusion &amp; Key-Takeaways<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#faq\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">FAQ<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#references\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">References<\/a><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<p><br><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/dental-implants-albania\/\">Pterygoid dental implants<\/a><\/strong> are a lifeline for those with severe bone loss in the upper jaw where traditional implants fail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been told you don\u2019t have enough bone for implants, this could be the answer you\u2019ve been looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are Pterygoid Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pterygoid <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/dental-implants-albania\/\">dental implants<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/dental-implants-albania-2\/\"> <\/a>are a special solution for patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw where traditional implants are not possible. Anchored in the dense pterygoid plates, these implants avoid the need for sinus lifts or bone grafts and can be loaded immediately, with success rates over 95% in clinical studies. This means they can restore full mouth function and aesthetics even in difficult cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1c2f23d3-aa7a-4c45-917a-bef6f9b10818-jpeg.webp\" alt=\"Pterygoid dental implants\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:contain\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indications and Candidates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pterygoid implants are a game-changer for patients with limited bone quantity in the upper jaw, especially in the posterior maxilla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The presence of the maxillary sinus often complicates implant placement, making traditional methods less viable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pterygoid implants bypass this issue, eliminating the need for augmentation procedures and providing a robust solution for implant placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These implants are particularly indicated for patients who face challenges such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Insufficient bone<\/strong> quantity in the upper jaw, which makes traditional dental implants unfeasible.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>The anatomical presence of the maxillary sinus<\/strong>, which can obstruct conventional implant placement.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Partial or total edentulism,<\/strong> where patients are missing some or all of their upper teeth.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>The need for a fixed <strong>dental bridge or prosthesis<\/strong> to restore dental function and aesthetics.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p>A desire to avoid<strong> bone grafting procedures<\/strong>, which can be invasive and require longer recovery times.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By addressing these specific needs, pterygoid implants offer a reliable and effective solution for restoring dental function and aesthetics in patients with complex cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4a3039fe-fbe0-42a5-b9d6-9ca1ac20b79d-jpeg.webp\" alt=\"3D plan of pterygoid dental implants\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:contain\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Pterygoid Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pterygoid dental implants are beneficial for patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw when traditional implants are not possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Extra Procedures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Unlike traditional implants, pterygoid implants don\u2019t require sinus lifts or bone grafts, reducing treatment time and risk of additional surgery (1).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Immediate Function<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>These implants can be loaded immediately, so patients can have a full set of teeth on the same day as the surgery, more convenience for the patient (2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High Success and Stability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>With success rates over 95%, pterygoid implants provide long-term stability as they are placed in dense bone, less chance of implant failure compared to conventional methods (3).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-58247-1280x1280.webp\" alt=\"How is placement a pterygoid dental implant\" class=\"wp-image-3361\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:contain\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-58247-1280x1280.webp 1280w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-58247-640x640.webp 640w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-58247-160x160.webp 160w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-58247-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-58247-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-58247-12x12.webp 12w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-58247-jpg.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparison with Zygomatic Implants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pterygoid and zygomatic implants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both are for patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw but differ in placement and complexity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pterygoid implants are placed in the pterygoid plates at 45 degrees, providing strong support without interfering with the sinus cavity and being less invasive (4).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/zygomatic-dental-implant\/\"><strong>Zygomatic implants<\/strong> <\/a>are longer and placed in the zygomatic bone (cheekbone) for more extreme cases where bone is almost non existent (1).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both have high success rates of 95\u201397% but zygomatic implants require more complex surgery as they are close to the eye socket (5).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Pterygoid implants are preferred when some upper jaw bone is present to avoid additional surgical risks and faster recovery (2, 3).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> The choice between them depends on the individual anatomical needs and desired outcome, which should be discussed with a dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; border: 1px solid #0C1E39;\">\n  <thead style=\"background-color: #00A4A4; color: white;\">\n    <tr>\n      <th style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Implant Type<\/th>\n      <th style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Placement<\/th>\n      <th style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Success Rate<\/th>\n      <th style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Surgical Complexity<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\n    <tr>\n      <td style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Pterygoid<\/td>\n      <td style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Anchored in the pterygoid plates at a 45-degree angle<\/td>\n      <td style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">95-97%[2,4]<\/td>\n      <td style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Less invasive, simpler surgical approach[1]<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Zygomatic<\/td>\n      <td style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">Anchored in the zygomatic bone (cheekbone)<\/td>\n      <td style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">95-97%[2,4]<\/td>\n      <td style=\"border: 1px solid #0C1E39; padding: 10px;\">More complex, higher surgical risk due to proximity to sensitive areas like the eye socket[1,5]<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pterygoid Implant Procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Pre-SurgicalSurgical Procedure:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Evaluation<\/strong>: Patient health check and imaging (e.g., CT scans) for planning.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Planning<\/strong>: implant placement planning using 3D imaging and digital tools. Pre-surgical instructions.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Anesthesia:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Local or General Anesthesia: <\/strong>Numb the area or sedate as needed.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Surgical Procedure:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Incision and Flap Creation:<\/strong> Make an incision in the gum to access the bone.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Implant Placement: <\/strong>Drill and place pterygoid implants at 45 degrees in the pterygoid plates. Screw in place.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Post-Surgical<\/strong><span style=\"background-color: var(--nv-site-bg); color: var(--nv-text-color); font-family: var(--bodyfontfamily); font-size: var(--bodyfontsize); font-weight: var(--bodyfontweight); letter-spacing: var(--bodyletterspacing); text-transform: var(--bodytexttransform);\"><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Immediate Loading: <\/strong>Attach a temporary or permanent prosthesis the same day if possible.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Care Instructions:<\/strong> Follow hygiene, pain management and diet instructions. Follow up appointments.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Final Restoration:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Prosthetic Fitting: <\/strong>Once implants have integrated, fit the final prosthesis.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-16418-1280x1280.webp\" alt=\"The procedure of pterygoid dental implants\" class=\"wp-image-3362\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:contain\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-16418-1280x1280.webp 1280w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-16418-640x640.webp 640w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-16418-160x160.webp 160w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-16418-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-16418-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-16418-12x12.webp 12w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-16418-jpg.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treating Dental Implants with Bone Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pterygoid dental implants are the solution for patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw when traditional implants are not possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are placed in the dense pterygoid plates; no sinus lifts or bone grafts are required, and they can be loaded immediately. They have long-term stability with success rates over 95% in clinical trials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Integration with Treatment Plans:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>All-On-4 Technique<\/strong>: Pterygoid implants can be used in the All-On-4 technique for added stability in cases of severe bone loss.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Comprehensive Rehabilitation<\/strong>: Pterygoid implants can be part of a comprehensive treatment plan when traditional implants are not possible due to bone loss.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Clinical Trials and Results<\/strong>:<span style=\"color: var(--nv-text-color); font-family: var(--bodyfontfamily); font-size: var(--bodyfontsize); font-weight: var(--bodyfontweight); letter-spacing: var(--bodyletterspacing); text-transform: var(--bodytexttransform); background-color: var(--nv-site-bg);\">Long-term Results: Studies have shown long-term success rates of pterygoid implants in severe maxillary atrophy; implant survival and patient satisfaction are the key indicators of its effectiveness.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><p>Comparison with Zygomatic Implants: Comparative studies between pterygoid and zygomatic implants show the difference in application and surgery to determine which one is suitable for the patient.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-75036-1280x1280.webp\" alt=\"Example of pterygoid dental implants placement\" class=\"wp-image-3363\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:contain\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-75036-1280x1280.webp 1280w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-75036-640x640.webp 640w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-75036-160x160.webp 160w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-75036-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-75036-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-75036-12x12.webp 12w, https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Firefly-Generate-a-realistic-and-3D-photo-of-pterygoid-dental-implants-75036-jpg.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion &amp; Key-Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key-Takeaways<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p><strong>Immediate Loading<\/strong>: Pterygoid implants can be loaded immediately for quick dental function restoration.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>High Success Rates<\/strong>: Clinical trials over 95% success rate, long-term stability, and effectiveness.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>No Additional Surgery<\/strong>: Unlike traditional implants, no sinus lifts or bone grafts are required, making them less invasive.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Integration with Treatment Plans<\/strong>: Pterygoid implants can be part of comprehensive treatment plans using the All-On-4 technique for added stability in bone loss cases.<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p><strong>Suitable for Complex Cases<\/strong>: For patients with severe bone loss, when other implants are not possible.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pterygoid dental implants are a strong and effective solution for patients who have challenges with traditional dental implant placement due to severe bone loss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anchored in the dense pterygoid plates, these implants can be loaded immediately, with high success rates and full mouth function and aesthetics even in complex cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No additional surgery is required, like sinus lifts or bone grafts, a simplified and reliable option for patients with severe bone loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/excelentis.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/67ca2989-f47c-49e1-a193-75a0c2816f14-jpeg.webp\" alt=\"Showing a 3d plan of pterygoid dental implants\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:contain\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-cd168c0c uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/excelentis.org\\\/de\\\/pterygoid-dental-implants\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<p><strong>Which country in the EU is the cheapest?<\\\/strong><\\\/p>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The cheapest country in the EU for dental implants is Albania, offering high-quality procedures at significantly 70% lower costs compared to other European countries.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does the treatment cost in this article?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The cost of dental implants can vary greatly, but in countries where the treatment is expensive, it 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high-quality procedures at significantly 70% lower costs compared to other European countries.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-4c14694d \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">How much does the treatment cost in this article?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>The cost of dental implants can vary greatly, but in countries where the treatment is expensive, it can cost between \u20ac3,000 and \u20ac5,000 per implant<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-f7e5efd6 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><p>Can pterygoid implants be used in treatment plans?<\/p><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p><p>Yes, pterygoid implants can be part of treatment plans when traditional implants are not possible due to bone loss.<\/p> <p>They can be used in the All-On-4 technique for added stability in bone loss cases.<\/p><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-b042580d \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><p>What are the success rates of pterygoid implants?<\/p><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p><p>Pterygoid implants have high success rates (over 95% in clinical trials) and long-term stability and effectiveness. <\/p>They are suitable for patients with severe bone loss when other implants are not possible.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">References<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs uagb-block-6ef32b08 uagb-tabs__wrap uagb-tabs__hstyle1-desktop uagb-tabs__vstyle6-tablet uagb-tabs__stack1-mobile\" data-tab-active=\"0\"><ul class=\"uagb-tabs__panel uagb-tabs__align-left\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"uagb-tab uagb-tabs__active\" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab0\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"0\" role=\"tab\"><div>Reference 1<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab1\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\"><div>Reference 2<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab2\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\"><div>Reference 3<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab3\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\"><div>Reference 4<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab4\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\"><div>Reference 5<\/div><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uagb-tabs__body-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-0\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab0\">\n<p>Pabst AM, et al. Pterygoid implants versus zygomatic implants: Indications and surgical outcomes. Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2017;46(1):20-29.<br>Article:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0901502716302152\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <u>Pterygoid implants versus zygomatic implants: Indications and surgical outcomes<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-1\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab1\">\n<p>Aparicio G, et al. Long-term outcomes of pterygoid dental implants in severe maxillary atrophy. Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2014;16(5):647-659.<br>Article:<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/cid.12117\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <u>Long-term outcomes of pterygoid dental implants in severe maxillary atrophy<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-2\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab2\">\n<p>Krekmanov L, et al. The application of pterygoid implants in the rehabilitation of the atrophic posterior maxilla: A systematic review. J Oral Implantol. 2011;37(5):562-567.<br>Migliorati M, et al. Comparison of pterygoid and zygomatic implants: A cohort study on implant survival rates and patient satisfaction. J Clin Periodontol. 2019;46(6):663-670.<br>Article:<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1111\/jcpe.13036\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <u>Comparison of pterygoid and zygomatic implants: A cohort study on implant survival rates and patient satisfaction<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-3\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab3\">\n<p>Mal\u00f3 P, et al. The role of pterygoid implants in All-On-4 rehabilitation of the atrophic maxilla: A clinical study. Clin Oral Implants Res. 2018;29(9):943-949.<br>Article:<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/clr.13270\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <u>The role of pterygoid implants in All-On-4 rehabilitation of the atrophic maxilla: A clinical study<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-4\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab4\">\n<p>Starch-Jensen T, et al. Pterygoid implants as an alternative to sinus floor elevation: A systematic review. J Stomatol Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2019;120(6):520-525.<br>Article:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2468785519301222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <u>Pterygoid implants as an alternative to sinus floor elevation: A systematic review<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pterygoid dental implants are a lifeline for those with severe bone loss in the upper jaw where traditional implants fail. If you\u2019ve been told you don\u2019t have enough bone for implants, this could be the answer you\u2019ve been looking for. What are Pterygoid Dental Implants? 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