Treatments
Pterygoid implants in India
Quick answer
Pterygoid implants are angled implants placed at the very back of the upper jaw, anchoring into dense bone near the base of the skull. They provide back-tooth support without sinus lift surgery. They are often combined with other implants for a full-arch bridge.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team · Last updated 2026-10-24
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At a glance
The back upper jaw often loses bone and the sinus enlarges, leaving little room for implants. Pterygoid implants reach dense bone behind the sinus.
They extend the bridge to the back of the mouth and avoid cantilevers.
How this approach differs
Plan similar to full-arch treatment: about 7 to 10 days for surgery and temporaries, then a second trip after several months. Mouth opening may be limited for a few days. Choose a surgeon experienced with this technique.
Who needs pterygoid implants
- Upper back bone loss
- Patients avoiding sinus lifts
- Full-arch upper treatment
How it is done
- CBCT planning
- Angled drilling into the pterygoid region
- Implant placement and temporary bridge
Before you travel to India
- CBCT
- Medicines list
Recovery and flying home
- Jaw stiffness
- Swelling
Risks
- Bleeding
- Implant failure
- Difficult access for repairs
Alternatives
- Sinus lift
- Zygomatic implants
Hospitals in India for pterygoid implants
- Medanta - The MedicityDelhi NCR
- Aster MedcityKochi
- Wockhardt Super Speciality Hospital, Mira RoadMumbai
- Fortis Memorial Research InstituteDelhi NCR
- Lilavati Hospital and Research CentreMumbai
- Eternal HospitalJaipur
- Rainbow Children's Hospital & BirthRight, Banjara Hills, HyderabadHyderabad
- Rajagiri HospitalKochi
Frequently asked questions
Do they avoid sinus lifts?
Often yes.
Are they widely used?
They are a specialised technique.
Can they be used with All-on-4?
Yes, as additional support.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team. Last updated 2026-10-24. General information, not medical advice. Medical editorial board · Editorial policy · How we get prices
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