Pterygoid Dental Implants Memphis – A Life-Changing Solution Without Bone Grafting
Discover a Revolutionary Implant Option When Others Say No
If you’ve been told that you’re not a candidate for implants due to severe upper jaw bone loss, pterygoid dental implants in Memphis may be the answer. At Advanced Dental Implant and TMJ Center, we specialize in this breakthrough technique that eliminates the need for bone grafts and sinus lifts.
Implant-Supported Bridges for Missing Teeth
Pterygoid implants are long, specially designed dental implants placed at an angle through the posterior region of the upper jaw into the pterygoid process of the sphenoid bone. This bone is dense and stable, making it ideal for implant anchorage when other areas lack volume.
Unlike traditional implants that depend on available maxillary bone (often compromised due to tooth loss, age, or gum disease), pterygoid implants bypass the sinus cavity and are securely anchored into strong anatomical structures, providing long-term stability.
Designed for Patients With:
- Severe upper jaw bone loss
- Failed sinus grafts or who wish to avoid them
- Worn or loose dentures in the upper arch
- Multiple missing teeth in the back of the upper jaw
- Desire for full mouth dental implants but have been told bone grafting is required

The Challenge of Bone Loss in the Upper Jaw
Bone in the back of the upper jaw is often:
- Porous and fragile
- Close to the maxillary sinus, making implant placement risky
- Unreliable for supporting long implants without additional procedures
Many patients are told they need sinus lifts, extensive bone grafts, or even told they’re not candidates for dental implants at all. That’s where pterygoid implants come in as a revolutionary solution.
Pterygoid vs. Zygomatic Implants — What’s the Difference?
Feature | Pterygoid Implants | Zygomatic Implants |
---|---|---|
Anchor Point | Pterygoid bone (sphenoid) | Zygomatic bone (cheekbone) |
Placement Angle | Angled posterior | Extremely long, angled anterior-posterior |
Requires Sinus Lift? | No | No |
Use Case | Posterior upper jaw with bone loss | Total upper jaw collapse |
Often Combined With | Zygomatic implants | Pterygoid implants |
Best For | Full-arch support in posterior region | Full-arch support when no bone remains |
Key Benefits of Pterygoid Implants
- No need for sinus lifts or bone grafting
- Works even in cases of severe bone resorption
- Fewer surgeries and faster healing times
- Allows for All-on-4 or All-on-X full arch implant options
- Exceptional long-term success rates
- Enables immediate function and quicker smile restoration
- A solution even if other doctors said “implants aren’t possible”
Why Patients Across Memphis, Arkansas, and Southaven Choose Us
Our doctors are among the few specialists in the Mid-South offering this advanced procedure with proven success.

Dr. Pradeep Adatrow
Board Certified Periodontal and Dental Implant Surgeon & Prosthodontist
- Dual board-certified in Periodontics and Prosthodontics
- Over 25 years of implant surgery expertise
- Nationally recognized speaker and educator
- Featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox News
- Chosen as Memphis’s Best Oral Surgeon & Desoto County’s Best Dental Specialist (2018–2024)

Dr. Jay Patel
Board Certified Periodontal and Dental Implant Surgeon
- Certified Periodontist trained in pterygoid and zygomatic implant placement
- Graduated with distinction from USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry
- Member of the American Academy of Periodontology
- Strong focus on minimally invasive, graft less solutions

Our Reach: Patients Visit Us From…
- Memphis, TN
- Little Rock & West Memphis, AR
- Olive Branch, Hernando, Southaven, MS
- Holly Springs, Oxford, Batesville
- Collierville, Germantown, and the entire Mid-South
We are proud to be a regional destination for complex dental implant cases that many other clinics cannot treat.
The Pterygoid Implant Process
- Comprehensive 3D CBCT Scan – To assess bone volume and anatomical structures
- Custom Treatment Planning – Includes digital smile design, implant simulation, and full arch planning
- Implant Placement Surgery – Performed under sedation for your comfort
- Immediate Temporary Restoration – In many cases, you can leave with a fixed temporary bridge
- Final Permanent Prosthesis – Designed for long-term beauty and function
Real Stories. Real Smiles.
Our patients often come to us after being turned away — and leave with a confident new smile.Dr. Patel, again, such kind staff, has the patient’s best interest in mind. He takes great care and ensured no nerve damage for my wisdom teeth removal. Magnificent clinic all around.
10/5 stars!
Ready to Explore Pterygoid Implants?
Stop letting bone loss keep you from a permanent, beautiful smile. At Advanced Dental Implant and TMJ Center, we offer advanced, graft less solutions that restore your confidence and quality of life.
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Call / Text
+1 (662) 655-4868
Address
7135 Getwell Rd, Suite 100
Southaven, MS 38672
Opening Hours
Moday to Wednesday: 8am to 5pm
Thursday to Friday: 7am – 3:30pm
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