Zygomatic Implants Optimization & Innovation 2020

The zygomatic implant is a milestone of progress in the genesis of oral implantology. This book presents the state of the art and science in the matured application and clinical practice of zygoma-anchored rehabilitation, some 30 years following the introductory Brånemark Zygoma protocol. Before market release, the original protocol was evaluated in a controlled, international, prospective, multicentre clinical trial in 16 participating centres geographically widespread, including our centre in Perth, Australia [1]. Very encouraging early results were published in 2004. Subsequently, ongoing software and hardware developments have significantly simplified and improved procedures and protocols together with expanded applications. Contribution to these developments has been worldwide and is further reflected by the international spread of authors of this textbook. The zygomatic implant largely remains a treatment provided by surgical and prosthodontic specialists. It is classically indicated for the treatment of atrophic maxilla, but can be advantageously used for a variety of other residual anatomical defects. Chantel Malevez, one of P-I Brånemark’s earliest international collaborators, presents a systematic overview and global perspective of the zygomatic implant after 20 years of collaborative international practice. This historical experience provides a sound basis for the subsequent improvement, modifications and expanded applications that we see presented throughout this book.