There are several types of dental implant procedures available, ranging from standard single-tooth replacements to advanced specialty techniques designed for complex cases. The primary types include:

• Endosteal Implants: These are the most common type and are placed directly into the jawbone. Shaped like small screws or cylinders, they provide a sturdy foundation for crowns, bridges, or full-arch restorations.
• Subperiosteal Implants: These are placed on top of the jawbone but under the gum tissue. This option is typically reserved for patients with insufficient bone height who choose not to undergo bone grafting, though they are used less frequently today.
• Zygomatic Implants: This advanced solution is used for patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw. These longer implants are anchored into the dense cheekbone (zygoma) rather than the jawbone, often bypassing the need for sinus lifts or bone grafts.

Additional specialized procedures include:

1. All-on-4 Dental Implants: A full-arch restoration that uses four strategically placed implants to support an entire bridge of teeth, often providing same-day functionality.
2. Immediate Load Implants: Also known as “teeth in a day,” this allows for the placement of a temporary restoration during the same appointment as the implant surgery.
3. Sinus Lift Surgery: A preparatory bone grafting procedure that adds bone height to the upper jaw to create a stable foundation for implants.

• Dental Implant Specialty Procedures: Complete Guide