Sinus Lift
Sinus Lift Surgery at Lizaso Family Dentistry
A Crucial Step for Successful Dental Implants
At Lizaso Family Dentistry, we specialize in sinus lift surgery, a procedure designed to prepare your jawbone for dental implants by increasing the available bone in the upper jaw. If you’re considering dental implants but lack sufficient bone in the posterior upper jaw, a sinus lift can help create a stable foundation for your implants, ensuring long-term success.
What is Sinus Lift Surgery?
A sinus lift, also known as sinus augmentation, is a surgical procedure used to raise the floor of the sinus cavity and add bone to the upper jaw. This procedure is typically required when there is insufficient bone in the area where dental implants need to be placed. The sinus lift allows for the placement of dental implants by increasing bone volume in the upper jaw, creating the necessary support for the implants.
Benefits of Sinus Lift Surgery
- Increased Bone Volume: The procedure adds bone to the upper jaw, making it possible to place dental implants in areas where bone loss has occurred.
- Improved Implant Success: With more bone in the upper jaw, dental implants are more likely to integrate properly, leading to better long-term outcomes.
- Restores Facial Aesthetics: By filling the bone in the upper jaw, sinus lift surgery can help maintain a youthful appearance by supporting the facial structure.
- More Treatment Options: If you’ve been told you’re not a candidate for implants due to bone loss, a sinus lift may make you eligible for implant placement.
- Preserves Jawbone Health: The procedure can help prevent further bone loss in the upper jaw, protecting your oral and overall health.
How is Sinus Lift Surgery Performed?
The sinus lift procedure is typically done under local anesthesia, with or without sedation, depending on your comfort level. During the surgery, your dentist will create a small incision in the gum tissue to access the sinus membrane. The membrane is then gently lifted, and bone graft material is added to the area. Once the graft is in place, the area is closed, and healing begins. In some cases, dental implants can be placed during the same procedure, while in others, a waiting period is required to allow the bone graft to integrate before implants can be placed.
Why Choose Sinus Lift Surgery?
If you’ve experienced bone loss in your upper jaw due to aging, tooth loss, or other factors, a sinus lift may be the solution to restore your ability to receive dental implants. By creating a stable foundation for implants, sinus lift surgery improves the function and appearance of your smile. It also gives you the opportunity to restore lost teeth with a permanent and reliable solution.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You may need a sinus lift if your upper jaw does not have enough bone to support dental implants, often due to bone loss from missing teeth or periodontal disease.
The procedure typically takes between 1 to 2 hours, depending on the complexity of the case and whether other treatments are being performed simultaneously.
The surgery is performed under local anesthesia, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Post-surgery discomfort is usually mild and can be managed with prescribed pain medication.
Most patients recover within a few weeks, but the bone graft may take several months to fully integrate with the existing bone before implants can be placed. Your dentist will provide you with post-surgery care instructions to aid in a smooth recovery.
In most cases, after the bone graft has integrated, you can proceed with dental implant placement. Some patients may need additional treatments depending on their specific needs and the health of the graft.
