How Much Do Zygomatic Implants Cost in San Jose, CA?
 If you’re researching how much zygomatic implants cost in San Jose, CA, South Valley Oral and Facial Surgery performs this advanced full-arch procedure at our San Jose office, and we believe in being straightforward about the financial picture upfront.
Zygomatic implants are a specialized solution for patients with severe upper jaw bone loss who have been told they cannot have traditional dental implants. Both of our oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform this procedure, which is something most Bay Area offices cannot say.
Cost is the question almost every patient asks first, and for good reason. Zygomatic implants involve significantly more surgical complexity than standard implants, and the fee structure reflects that. At the same time, when you compare the lifetime path of two-stage bone grafting plus traditional implants against a single zygomatic procedure that delivers a full arch of fixed teeth in one day, the math often surprises people. We walk through that comparison on this page and at your consultation.
A few clear notes before we get into the details: we don’t publish specific dollar figures here because no honest estimate exists without a clinical exam and a 3D CBCT scan of your specific anatomy. The factors that drive your actual cost are predictable, and we explain them below. If you want a personalized estimate, the fastest path is a consultation.
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What Drives the Cost of Zygomatic Implants?
Zygomatic implants cost more than traditional dental implants because the procedure is more involved at every stage. The implants themselves are longer and more specialized, the surgery requires advanced anatomical planning to anchor into the dense cheekbone safely, we perform the procedure under general anesthesia, and the case usually delivers a full arch of immediate fixed teeth in the same visit. You are paying for a substantially different scope of work, not just for the implants.
The key cost drivers, in roughly the order they affect your fee, include the surgical complexity of your specific case, the type of anesthesia used, the advanced imaging and surgical planning required beforehand, whether you receive an immediate-load or delayed-load restoration, and the materials selected for the final prosthesis. Whether one arch or both arches need treatment also matters; the upper arch is where zygomatic implants are placed, and a small number of patients also need traditional implants on the lower arch as part of the same overall plan.
Per-Arch Pricing
Zygomatic implant cases are quoted per arch. The fee for a single zygomatic-supported upper arch covers the surgical placement of the zygomatic implants (typically two to four per arch depending on anatomy), the temporary fixed bridge attached the same day, follow-up visits during healing, and the final fixed prosthesis once healing is complete. Some treatment plans also need a sinus procedure or limited bone grafting on the lower arch; we estimate those steps separately so you can see exactly what you’re paying for.
Your Zygomatic Implant Surgeons in San Jose
Zygomatic implant surgery is not a procedure most oral surgeons perform. It requires specific training, an understanding of zygomatic anatomy and sinus structures, and the surgical experience to navigate dense facial bone safely. Both of our doctors have that training, and both continue to perform zygomatic cases regularly.
Dr. Arian Chehrehsa, DDS, ABOMS, NDBA leads our full-arch and zygomatic implant program. He is dual board-certified in both Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Anesthesiology, and he leads regional study clubs on full-arch implant surgery. Full background on Dr. Chehrehsa’s bio.
Dr. Joseph McMurray, DMD, MBA, FACOMS is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with more than 35 years of surgical experience and 11 years of service in the U.S. Navy. More on Dr. McMurray’s bio.
Both surgeons work fluently across zygomatic implants and the related full-arch options, including All-on-4 dental implants and full mouth implants using traditional placements. When you come in for a consultation, our doctors lay out which approach actually fits your anatomy and your goals; sometimes the most expensive option is not the right one for the patient in front of us.
What’s Included in Your Zygomatic Implant Cost
 Patients ask, fairly often, what they’re actually paying for when the estimate comes back. Here is what is wrapped into a typical zygomatic implant fee at our office.
Diagnostic Workup and Surgical Planning
A zygomatic case begins with a 3D CBCT scan and a clinical examination. The scan lets us see the zygomatic bone, the sinus anatomy, and any pathology that needs to be addressed first. We use the scan to plan the implant trajectory before we ever enter the operating room. This planning step is included in the surgical fee at our office; it is not billed separately.
General Anesthesia
We perform zygomatic implant surgery under general anesthesia, which is part of the standard scope at South Valley Oral and Facial Surgery. Dr. Chehrehsa is dual board-certified in oral surgery and anesthesiology, so our team delivers the anesthesia in-house rather than billing it through an outside anesthesiologist. That keeps the cost predictable.
Surgical Placement
We place the zygomatic implants directly into the dense zygomatic bone, bypassing the bone-deficient upper jaw entirely. Most cases use two or four zygomatic implants per arch, sometimes combined with two anterior traditional implants. The full surgical visit, including placement of the implants and attachment of the temporary fixed teeth, typically takes a single day.
Same-Day Fixed Teeth
You leave the office with a temporary fixed prosthesis attached to the implants the same day. This is one of the practical reasons many patients pursue zygomatic over conventional staged grafting; you do not go through months of healing without teeth.
Follow-Up and Final Restoration
Healing visits during the first several months are included in the case fee. Once we confirm integration, you return for the final fixed prosthesis, which we fabricate to fit your bite and bone structure precisely. The final prosthesis is included in the per-arch fee.
Why Zygomatic Implants Can Be Cost-Effective
If you have been told you need bone grafting and a sinus lift before you can have implants, the conventional path can take 12 to 24 months and require multiple staged procedures. Each stage carries its own fee, and during much of that time you may be in a removable temporary or no teeth at all. By the time you reach the final restoration, the total spent is often higher than a single zygomatic implant procedure that delivers a full arch in one day.
Zygomatic implants are not always cheaper. For patients whose anatomy supports traditional implants with limited or no grafting, those options are usually less expensive and just as durable. The zygomatic value proposition shows up specifically when the alternatives involve multiple bone procedures, extended timelines, and prolonged temporary restorations. Our consultation will tell you honestly which side of that line your case falls on.
For patients dealing with significant bone loss in the jaw, zygomatic implants frequently turn out to be the most direct path. The decision should be made on clinical fit first and cost comparison second.
Why Choose Our Team for Zygomatic Implants
 Zygomatic implants are an advanced procedure with a narrow margin for technical error. The doctor performing the surgery matters more here than in nearly any other dental procedure.
Both of our surgeons perform zygomatic cases regularly, which is uncommon. Dr. Chehrehsa specifically focuses on full-arch implant surgery and leads regional study clubs on the procedure. Dr. McMurray brings 35-plus years of surgical experience and military-trained discipline to complex cases. The combination matters because we can second-opinion each other internally during planning, and that adds a layer of safety patients rarely think about but benefit from.
We also handle the full case in one office. Surgery, anesthesia, temporary teeth, healing follow-up, and the final restoration all happen here at South Valley Oral and Facial Surgery. You are not bouncing between an oral surgeon, an anesthesiologist, and a prosthodontist; the entire team is in the same building. For patients commuting in from Gilroy or Los Banos, that single-office structure also means fewer trips.
If you want a fuller picture of whether zygomatic implants fit your case, our companion page on zygomatic implant candidacy covers the clinical criteria in detail.
Insurance and Financing for Zygomatic Implants
Dental insurance rarely covers the full cost of zygomatic implants, but most plans cover at least a portion of the components. The surgical placement, the prosthesis, and any related procedures (such as an extraction or sinus procedure) are often billed under different codes, and some of those codes have partial coverage. Our front office runs a full insurance verification before you commit, so the estimate you receive is based on what your plan actually pays, not on a generic worksheet.
For the portion not covered by insurance, financing is widely available. CareCredit is the most common option our patients use, and longer-term medical financing companies can spread payment over 24 to 60 months. Our insurance and financing details cover accepted plans and financing partners. If you have a flexible spending account or health savings account, those funds typically apply.
A practical note: if cost is the deciding factor, please tell us at the consultation. Sometimes a slightly different treatment plan, for example placing zygomatic implants on one arch and traditional implants on the other, fits both the clinical need and the budget better than one approach for the whole mouth.
Schedule Your Zygomatic Implant Consultation
A real cost estimate for zygomatic implants requires a clinical exam and a 3D scan. Call us at 408-479-9449 or request an appointment online. We’re at 5595 Winfield Blvd Suite 202 in San Jose, CA. We’ll make sure the visit gives you a clear plan and a clear estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do zygomatic implants cost more than traditional implants?
Zygomatic implants cost more because the surgery is substantially more involved than standard implant placement. The implants are longer and specialized for cheekbone anchorage, the procedure requires general anesthesia, the surgical planning relies on advanced 3D imaging, and the case usually delivers a full arch of immediate fixed teeth the same day. You are paying for a full reconstruction in one procedure, not just for the implants themselves.
Are zygomatic implants cheaper than bone grafting plus traditional implants?
Often, yes, for patients with severe bone loss. The conventional path of sinus lift, bone grafting, and staged implant placement can take 12 to 24 months and involve multiple surgical fees. A single zygomatic case completes the upper arch in one day. For patients without significant bone loss, traditional implants remain less expensive. The honest answer depends on your specific anatomy.
Does dental insurance cover zygomatic implants in San Jose?
Dental insurance rarely covers the full cost, but most plans pay a portion of the surgical components, extractions, and final prosthesis. Coverage varies widely by plan. Our front office at South Valley Oral and Facial Surgery verifies your specific benefits before you commit, so your estimate reflects what your plan actually pays.
Can I finance zygomatic implants?
Yes. CareCredit and longer-term medical financing options are widely used by our patients to spread payment over 24 to 60 months. FSA and HSA funds typically apply as well. Our financial coordinators walk through the options at the consultation, and our insurance and financing details cover our financing partners.
Is the anesthesia billed separately from the surgery?
Not at our practice. Dr. Chehrehsa is dual board-certified in oral surgery and anesthesiology, so the general anesthesia is delivered in-house and is part of the case fee rather than a separate anesthesiologist bill. Many practices have to outsource anesthesia for zygomatic cases, which typically adds a few thousand dollars to the total.
Is the final prosthesis included in the quoted cost?
Yes. Our per-arch zygomatic fee includes the surgical placement, general anesthesia, the immediate temporary fixed prosthesis attached on surgery day, the healing follow-up visits, and the final fixed prosthesis once integration is confirmed. The only items quoted separately are unrelated procedures such as extractions or work on the opposing arch.
How long do zygomatic implants last?
When properly placed and maintained, zygomatic implants are designed to function for decades. Published clinical follow-up studies show long-term success rates comparable to traditional implants in well-selected cases. The fixed prosthesis attached to the implants may need replacement or refurbishment over time, but the implants themselves typically remain stable.
Why are most Bay Area dental offices not able to quote me on this procedure?
Zygomatic implant surgery requires specialized training in cheekbone anatomy, sinus structures, and full-arch surgical planning that most general dentists and even many oral surgeons do not have. Bay Area offices that don’t perform the procedure typically refer it out. Both of our doctors at South Valley Oral and Facial Surgery perform zygomatic cases as part of standard practice. |
