Dr Samintharaj Kumar

Zygomatic or Zygoma (Cheekbone) Dental Implants are typically utilised when there is insufficient bone in the upper jaw for conventional dental implants. The benefit of using Zygomatic Implants is that the cheekbone is very strong and hence it is usually possible to make a bridge on the same day as the surgery. Typically the Zygomatic Dental Implant is placed as part of an All on 4 treatment plan.

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A single Zygoma Implant can be used where there is a unilateral atrophic maxilla. If two zygoma implants are used on both left and right sides with 2 anterior conventional implants - this is called Hybrid Zygoma treatment. If two zygoma implants are used side by side, this is called Double Zygoma treatment. And finally for severely atrophic maxillas, 4 to 6 zygoma implants may be used (Quad Zygoma Surgery).

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Frequently after Zygomatic Dental Implant Surgery, a buccal fat pad (from your cheek) will be mobilised to cover the zygomatic implant for better healing. (video below)

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To understand more about your jaw condition, I will require a CT scan of your jaw and will be able to confirm suitability and plan surgery for you. 

 

During your consultation, I will evaluate your problems and inform you of various treatment options. If you wish to proceed, kindly let my team know and they will arrange a time and date for the procedure. Most zygomatic dental implants placed by me can be performed under Local Anaesthesia, General Anaesthesia or intravenous sedation. (as requested by nervous patients)

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My journey with zygoma dental implants began in England in 2012. Since then, I have had the privilege of performing the first and second quad zygoma cases in the region in 2018 and have completed a fully documented series of zygomatic implant treatments. In December 2020, I joined two prestigious international organisations, www.zagacenters.com and www.zygomaticimplants.org, dedicated to achieving excellence in Complex Oral Rehabilitation with Zygomatic Implants according to global standards.

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I have completed one of the largest documented case series of Zygomatic Implants and handled the largest volume of Nobel Biocare All-on-4 Full Mouth Rehabilitation cases in the region. (verified)

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The placement of Zygomatic Implants is a complex procedure which requires rigorous training and a firm understanding of potential risks/ complications and especially how to manage them. I have been personally trained by Dr Paulo Malo, Professor Chantal Malevez and Dr Ruben Davo amongst other luminaries who have contributed to my Zygomatic Implant Training.

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I am the director of MALO DENTAL, ZAGA Centre branch, and Member of ZygoPro.

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