Sinus Lift
A sinus lift raises the sinus floor and adds bone to the upper jaw to create sufficient depth for dental implant placement. It's commonly needed when there isn't enough bone height in the posterior upper jaw.
Procedure Steps
- 1Pre-operative CT scan assessment
- 2Lateral or crestal sinus approach
- 3Bone graft material placement
- 4Healing and implant placement
FAQ
What is a sinus lift?
It's a procedure that adds bone below the sinus cavity to allow for dental implant placement in the upper back jaw area where bone is typically thinner.
Is a sinus lift always necessary for upper implants?
Not always. It's only needed when there's insufficient bone height. Your dentist will determine this through imaging.
Treatment Details
- Recovery Time
- 4-9 months
- Average Cost
- $1,500-$4,000
- Category
- Dental Implants