Treatment planning zygoma implants and understanding their indications can be complicated. This text takes the guesswork out of zygoma implant therapy by teaching readers to understand the anatomical, biomechanical, and prosthetic aspects of zygoma implant therapy and cross-arch stabilization. Emphasis is given to the basic biomechanical principles underlying appropriate treatment methods and prosthetic care. Avoid surgical and prosthetic complications and achieve patient satisfaction by following the outlined principles and protocols. Tips for coordinating implant treatment from start to finish are included.

Edmond Bedrossian, DDS, a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, graduated from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at Alameda Medical Center. He is an expert in implant dentistry and has lectured internationally, as well as authored numerous articles, book chapters, and books. Today, he practices in San Francisco, California, and serves as Director of Implant Surgical Training for the Oral and Maxillofacial Residency Program and the dental school at University of the Pacific.

E. Armand Bedrossian, DDS, MSD, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and practices in San Francisco, California. He graduated from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and completed a 3-year masters program in prosthodontics at the University of Washington. He has authored various publications on prosthodontics, implant dentistry, and the treatment of completely edentulous patients.