Dr. Philipp Maatz from Zahnimpuls Lampertheim: Pterygoid implant – the most …

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20.03.2024 – 11:36

Zahnimpuls Lampertheim MVZ

Lampertheim (ots)

When bone mass is limited, inserting an implant is often challenging. Pterygoid implants may then be a suitable alternative. A treatment method that Dr. med. dent. Philipp Maatz from Zahnimpuls Lampertheim offers. In his practice, he treats people with major dental problems under anesthesia in just one appointment. Below you will find out why pterygoid implants are, in his opinion, the most underestimated dental implant.

Healthy teeth are not only important for a radiant smile, but also have a decisive influence on our overall health. But sometimes various circumstances can cause us to lose teeth. In such cases, dental implants offer a proven solution to restore smiles. Unfortunately, there are situations in which conventional implants do not work – for example in cases with extreme bone loss in the jaw, where bone augmentation with classic implants is not possible. Then special implants are needed, which – unlike conventional implants – are less time-consuming and expensive. “In the field of dental implantology, there are numerous options available to meet the individual needs and anatomical structure of each patient,” says Dr. med. dent. Philipp Maatz from Zahnimpuls Lampertheim. “An often overlooked type of dental implant is pterygoid implants, which are particularly suitable for patients for whom traditional implants are not an option due to a lack of bone in the upper jaw.”

“Pterygoid implants are a good option for securely anchoring implants as part of an immediate restoration, especially if there is significant jawbone loss in the molar area,” the dentist continues. “This not only makes it an innovative solution in the field of dental implantology, but also an effective alternative to procedures such as sinus lift.” Dr. Philipp Maatz knows what he is talking about: In addition to his degree in dentistry, he has a Master of Science in oral surgery and implantology. Since 2016, he has specialized in treatment under general anesthesia, primarily treating patients who would like to solve their dental problems in a single appointment. To this end, he works closely with anesthetists who are regularly available to the practice. And otherwise only the most current methods and the latest medical technology are used. Meanwhile, the dedicated practice team ensures that patients can experience their visit to the dentist without fear. No wonder that the practice’s good reputation now also attracts patients from outside the region.

Benefits of Pterygoid Implants

“In principle, pterygoid implants offer a number of advantages for patients seeking an effective and timely solution to replacing missing teeth in the posterior maxilla,” explains Dr. Philipp Maatz. “Because pterygoid implants are anchored in areas with natural bone structure, the need for complex and time-consuming bone augmentation procedures is often eliminated. Compared to traditional methods that require bone augmentation, pterygoid implants can significantly shorten the overall treatment time.”

Studies also show that pterygoid implants have high success rates – making them a reliable option for tooth replacement. Another plus is that in some cases, pterygoid implants can be loaded immediately after placement. This speeds up the tooth replacement process significantly. By eliminating long and complex treatment processes and restoring chewing function and aesthetics, patients can not only return to their normal rhythm of life more quickly, but also benefit from an improved quality of life. All of this makes pterygoid implants an attractive choice for patients seeking a quick and effective solution to replacing missing teeth in the posterior maxilla.

Pterygoid-Implantate vs. Sinuslift

A dental alternative to pterygoid implants for patients with insufficient bone in the posterior maxilla is the sinus lift, also known as sinus floor elevation. This method, which has established itself as a reliable method for building bone in the upper jaw with high success rates, is used to increase the bone height in the upper jaw – and in this way enable the placement of dental implants. During a sinus lift, the base of the maxillary sinus is raised. Bone replacement material is then placed into the space between the jaw and maxillary sinus to stimulate new bone growth. The sinus lift is often a two-stage procedure in which the bone must first be built up before the implants can be inserted. This sometimes extends the overall treatment time considerably.

“The sinus lift makes it possible to create a solid basis for implants even in the event of significant bone loss by specifically building up bone in the area of ​​the maxillary sinus,” says Dr. Philipp Maatz. “However, a healing phase is required so that the bone replacement material can connect to the natural bone. The implants can only be placed after successful healing.” For this reason, the sinus lift is usually more complex and time-consuming than pterygoid implants. So both methods have their advantages and disadvantages. “In the end, the decision between pterygoid implants and sinus lift should be based on the patient’s individual clinical situation and made in consultation with a qualified dentist. We are happy to help our patients choose the most appropriate treatment option,” explains Dr . Philipp Maatz concluded.

Are you interested in a quick and effective solution to your dental problems? Get in touch now with Dr. med. dent. Philipp Maatz to arrange a non-binding consultation!

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