Zygomatic Implant Learning Pathway
Zygoma Learning Pathway
Mastering Zygomatic Implantology – From Fundamentals to Clinical Excellence
Zygomatic implants represent one of the most advanced solutions for treating the severely atrophic maxilla. To support clinicians navigating this complex field, the Foundation for Oral Rehabilitation (FOR) has curated a comprehensive learning pathway that brings together scientific foundations, clinical strategies, and long-term management principles — all in one place.
This page serves as a central access point to FOR’s educational resources on zygomatic implants, designed to guide dental professionals step by step, from biological principles to complex clinical execution and maintenance.
Whether you are approaching zygomatic implants for the first time or refining protocols in advanced cases, this pathway offers an evidence-based, clinically driven progression led by internationally recognized experts.
How to Use This Learning Pathway
The content is structured to follow the clinical decision-making process:
- Understanding biological and mechanical foundations
- Reviewing complete clinical concepts and long-term data
- Developing sound treatment planning strategies
- Executing immediate function in complex scenarios
- Managing complications and prosthetic considerations
- Securing long-term success through maintenance
Each module builds on the previous one and can be followed sequentially or accessed individually, depending on your clinical needs.
Module Overview
Module 1 – Scientific Foundations: Why the Surface Matters
Understand the evolution and significance of implant surface technology, with insights from one of the pioneers in implant dentistry. This sets the foundation for the mechanical and biological success of zygomatic implants.
Module 2: Clinical Concept – A Complete Overview
Title: Zygomatic Implants: Protocols, Complications, and Long-Term Outcomes
Type: Live Webinar
Speaker: Dr. Ruben Davó
Dive into the full scope of zygomatic implantology—from Quad Zygoma to soft tissue considerations, sinus management, and future innovations.
Module 3: Decision-Making in Complex Cases
Title: Terminal Dentition – Where Do We Draw the Line?
Type: Live Webinar
Speaker: Dr. Ricardo Mitrani
Explore when to preserve vs. extract terminal dentition. This webinar sets the stage for planning full-arch rehabilitation with or without zygomatic implants.
Module 4: Strategic Treatment Planning
Part 1
Title: How to Approach the Atrophic Maxilla – The All-on-4 Concept
Type: Lecture / Presentation
Speaker: Dr. Armando Lopes
Part 2
Title: Zygomatic Implants Focusing on Treatment Planning
Type: Webinar
Speaker: Dr. Enrico Agliardi
Part 3
Title: The Use of Tilted Implants
Type: Lecture
Speaker: Dr. Enrico Agliari
Learn treatment algorithms for the atrophic maxilla, the role of tilted and zygomatic implants, and how to plan efficiently for long-term success.
Module 5: Execution – Immediate Function in Action
Title: Treatment of the Severely Atrophic Maxilla with Zygomatic Implants (Immediate Function – Episode 5)
Type: Lecture / Clinical Series
Speaker: Dr. Ruben Davó
See the theory come to life. This detailed clinical walkthrough shows how zygomatic implants enable immediate loading, even in the most compromised cases.
Module 6: Complications – Prevention and Management
Title: Factors Associated with Complications at Zygomatic Implants: Retrospective Analysis Type: Scientific Poster
Author: Dr. Raphael Bonnet
Review the latest data on complication rates, risk factors, and outcomes to better inform your surgical protocols and follow-up care.
Module 7: Occlusion and Prosthetic Considerations
Title: Revisiting Occlusion in Implant Dentistry
Type: Live Webinar
Speaker: Dr. Sang J. Lee
Understand occlusal principles in full-arch implant cases, with specific relevance to zygomatic implant prosthetics.
Module 8: Long-Term Success – Maintenance Protocols
Title: Maintenance of Dental Implants
Type: Webinar
Speaker: Dr. Miguel de Araújo Nobre
Learn how to ensure the longevity of zygomatic implants through tailored hygiene protocols, patient education, and long-term maintenance strategies.
Coming Soon: Full Arch Learning Hub
This Zygomatic Implant Learning Pathway is part of FOR’s broader commitment to advanced education in complex implant dentistry.
Soon, FOR will launch a dedicated Full Arch Learning Hub, designed for experienced dental professionals seeking in-depth, structured access to advanced concepts including:
- Full-arch immediate loading
- Tilted and zygomatic implants
- Complex decision-making and complication management
- Long-term maintenance and outcomes
More details will be announced shortly.
