Sinus Lift A sinus lift, sometimes also referred to as sinus augmentation, is a surgical procedure often performed before a dental implant is placed. In the event that you need a dental implant but do not have enough bone height in your upper jaw, you will require a sinus lift. All implants are of at least 10 millimeters in scale. The reason for the decrease in bone height maybe be contributed by the natural loss of teeth; once lost, the tissue beneath is no longer preserved, and the bone begins to shrink and lose strength.However, not everyone requires a sinus lift, and not everyone needs to have one for the same reasons. You might need to get yours because your sinuses are too close to your jaw. To find out if you need a sinus lift, you can get in touch with qualified team here at Greater Ohio Oral & Facial Surgery who can guide you. Types of Sinus Lift ProceduresA sinus lift can be performed in two ways; one is the direct method, also known, as the lateral window technique. The other is the indirect approach, otherwise known as the osteotome technique. Usually, this technique is only advised if the sinus floor to be raised is less than 4 mm. The latter is the less invasive of the two procedures. How is a Sinus Lift Performed?A sinus lift is a procedure that adds new bone to your upper jaw in between your molar and premolar, where your maxillary sinus rests. This procedure aims to raise the floor of your maxillary sinus. It does so with the help of the new bone in order to provide enough room before the placement of the dental implants occur. The graft for the surgery is made using bone from either a donor or one of your bones. Upon completion of the procedure, the graft will need time to heal and integrate with the surrounding hard tissue. This may take anywhere between six to 12 months to heal, then you will be ready for the dental implant. Indications and Contraindications for a Sinus LiftAs mentioned earlier, the need for a sinus lift is due to decreased bone height. There can be several reasons you have reduced bone height: loss of premolars and molars of the upper jaw, tooth loss resulting from gum disease, and reabsorption of bone after tooth loss. A major contraindication for a sinus lift is allergies. If you are suffering from seasonal allergies at the time of your consultation, you will be asked to return once the season has passed. All of these assessments will be made made during your initial consultation, and advice will be given accordingly. What to Expect Post-SurgeryA sinus lift is a relatively painless procedure; however, post-op care is crucial. You may experience minor swelling and possible nose bleeds, which will settle down after a few days. In the event your swelling does not settle, and bleeding continues, we advise you to contact our dentist immediately. A sinus lift is a complicated procedure that requires professional handling and Greater Ohio Oral & Facial Surgery is more than qualified to help you. Book your appointment with us today by calling (380) 261-4130. |
