Sinus Lift / Sinus Bump for successful implant placements
Elevate Your Smile: Sinus Lifts for Superior Dental Implant Stability
The maxillary sinuses are located behind your cheeks, above the upper teeth. These cavities are empty, air-filled spaces, and some roots of the upper teeth extend into them. When upper teeth are removed, only a thin wall of bone often remains between the maxillary sinus and the mouth. For dental implants to be securely placed, sufficient bone is needed. If the sinus wall is too thin, it is not feasible to place dental implants directly.
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A successful, enduring dental implant relies heavily on the quality and quantity of the jawbone where the implant will be anchored. In cases where bone loss has occurred from injury or periodontal disease, a sinus augmentation, or lift, can help. This procedure raises the sinus floor to allow for new bone growth in the base of the maxillary sinus above the gum line's bony ridge that anchors the teeth in the upper jaw. This process enables the placement of dental implants into this new bone growth.
You may need a sinus lift if you:
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Have more than one missing tooth in the back of your upper jaw.
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Have a significant loss of bone in the back of your upper jaw.
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Are missing teeth due to congenital conditions or other specific issues.
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Lack most of the maxillary teeth and require support for dental implants.
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How is the Sinus Lift Procedure Performed at SC Dentistry?
The sinus lift at SC Dentistry typically begins with an incision in the premolar or molar region to expose the jawbone. A small opening is then made in the bone, and the sinus membrane is gently lifted. The created space is filled with bone graft material, which may come from your own body or other sources, including synthetic options that stimulate bone formation. Once the bone material is placed, the site is sutured closed, and the healing process starts.
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This healing period is crucial, as it allows the bone to integrate fully with your jaw, a process that may take several months. After this period, dental implants can be securely inserted and stabilized in the new sinus bone.
In cases where enough bone exists between the upper jaw ridge and the bottom of the sinus to stabilize the implant, sinus augmentation and implant placement may occur simultaneously. If not, the sinus augmentation is performed first, and the graft must mature for several months, depending on the graft material used. Once matured, the implants can be placed.
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The sinus graft not only enables the placement of implants in patients who previously may have had no choice other than wearing loose dentures but also improves the overall function and aesthetics of the upper jaw.