A sinus lift is a surgical procedure used to increase the height and width of the upper jaw in the area of the molars and premolars. This is done by increasing the volume of bone in the sinus floor and augmenting it with bone graft material. The sinus lift procedure is typically used in patients who have lost bone due to periodontal disease or trauma, and in those who need to replace missing teeth with dental implants.
The goal of a sinus lift surgery is to increase the amount of bone available for implant placement. This procedure is usually performed in patients who have lost bone due to periodontal disease, trauma or a congenital defect. It is also sometimes performed in patients who have difficulty wearing dentures due to inadequate bone structure in the upper jaw.
In order to perform a sinus lift, an incision is made in the gum tissue near the molars and premolars. The sinus membrane is then opened and the underlying bone is exposed. A bone graft material is then placed into the area between the sinus membrane and the jawbone. The sinus membrane is then replaced and the incision is closed.
Sinus Lift Surgery
The sinus lift procedure can be performed either using a sinus lift instrument or using a manual technique. The instrument is used to drill a hole into the jawbone to create a space for the bone graft material. This technique is used when the patient has adequate bone structure. The manual technique is used when the patient has inadequate bone structure and the sinus lift instrument cannot be used. In this case, the bone graft material is placed manually into the space between the sinus membrane and the jawbone.
Once the bone graft material is in place, it needs to be allowed to heal and integrate with the surrounding bone structure. This typically takes several months. Once the bone graft has integrated with the surrounding bone structure, the patient can then have dental implants placed in the area.
The sinus lift procedure is an effective way to increase the amount of bone available for implant placement. It can also be used to increase the height and width of the upper jaw, which can improve the fit of dentures. The procedure is a safe and effective way to prepare the upper jaw for implant placement.
