What is sinus lift operation?

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### Why might sinus lift surgery be necessary? The success of implant treatment depends on the volume and quality of the bone....One of the areas where it is more difficult to implant a dental implant is the back of the upper jaw....which is due to the insufficient volume and density of the bone and its proximity to the sinus area....or some clients may not have enough bone due to the loss of the gums or they do not have enough bone due to the loss of the gums... As a result, the sinus lift is an effective solution to this problem is....by performing sinus lift surgery, the floor of the sinus is raised by bone powder and the bone is strengthened to provide a stable space for dental implant implantation....if the gum surgeon has recommended sinus lift to you, be sure to read this article. gum and sinus lift surgery cost In the table below, the cost of all types of gum dental services (perio) is shown separately for the year 1403. **costs of gum surgery (perio) in 1403** #### When is a sinus lift necessary? Sinus lift is necessary when there is not enough bone quantity or quality in the upper jaw and the sinuses are too close to the jaw... If there is not enough bone to implant the implant and the implant does not have a strong and stable environment, the entire implant surgery may fail. #### How is a sinus lift performed? Initially, before sinus lift surgery, you will need several scans (full mouth OPG photo with X-ray or CBCT scan photo) so that the dentist can examine your jaw anatomy and see where you have healthy tissue.... It is necessary to respect the width and height of the bone. Various materials can be used for a sinus lift: bone from the patient's own body or from a donor, or bone powder that may be taken from cow bone... If the bone is from your own body, you may need another surgery. During this surgery, the dentist cuts the gum tissue in the area where the back teeth used to be....After that, a small oval-shaped hole is opened inside the bone....the membrane under the sinus is gently lifted and removed from the jaw. After that, the bone powder used for bone grafting is placed in the space where the sinus used to be. The amount of bone powder used in different patients may be different. When the bone powder is placed in this space, the external tissue is sutured. ### complications of sinus lift surgery Like other surgeries, sinus lift surgery may have short-term side effects, so there is no need to worry, and with post-implant care and sinus lift, these side effects can be eliminated over time.... One of the most important side effects is bruising and swelling under the eyes.... This problem is nothing to worry about, and the cause of its occurrence is damage to blood vessels using a complication. It is possible to get an infection that can be treated with antibiotics... Bruising and discoloration after a sinus lift in the area where the transplant was performed is completely normal in some cases. Implant titanium. In addition to this, there are other conditions in which you should not use sinus lift and dental implants if diagnosed by a dentist: If there is an infection at the site of the missing tooth... If the images and tests before the implant surgery show that there is not enough stability to implant the implant base with a sinus lift.... #### When does a patient need lift surgery? - Patients who have lost their upper jaw teeth do not have enough bone for implant placement. - The maxillary sinus may be too close to the maxilla and there is not enough bone to implant a dental implant.... The shape and size of the sinuses are different in different people. - bone analysis due to gum diseases - Bone breakdown as a result of bone loss #### **What care should you take after sinus lift surgery treatment?** - After sinus lift surgery, some patients experience some swelling and bleeding from the mouth and nose in the operated area, and most patients feel only some pain and discomfort during the post-surgery period.. The surgeon may prescribe some medicine to prevent blood accumulation and inflammation... If bleeding or swelling continues for more than a few days, contact your surgeon immediately. - There is a possibility of creating a risk of infection after surgery, and the surgeon will prescribe medication to prevent infections caused by the surgery to prevent any problems. - If possible, avoid severe sneezing and do not fan as much as possible to avoid the possibility of bone graft material moving inside the mouth or stitches loosening. - If you have a history of seasonal allergies, apply for sinus lift surgery during the seasons when you are less allergic - And it is also better to know that during the healing process, you should visit the dentist several times to check and monitor the surgical process #### **When is the best time for implant placement after sinus lift surgery?** - In most patients, dental implants should be placed about 4 to 12 months after sinus lift surgery, which takes time for the fusion of bone material or grafted bone, which depends on the type of graft material used for bone regeneration. - In some cases, when dental implants are installed immediately after sinus lift surgery, it depends on the height of the patient's jaw bone, and if the height of the jaw bone is less than 4 mm, the success rate decreases. It is better to know the approximate time after surgery after full consultation with your dentist. #### Communication with the eastern star and determining the turn Eastern Star Dental Clinic serves its patients six days a week from Saturday to Thursday... This complex provides dental services from Saturday to Thursday from 10 am to 8 pm. You can use the following methods to contact Setare Shargh Dental Clinic and make an appointment: Through contact numbers with the collection: 021-77555220 Visit in person at the address: North Madani St., corner of Heydari St. (Lashgar), No. 1086/2, 3rd floor You can also follow this collection on our Instagram page for updated information about Setareh Shargh Dental Clinic. Last updated on 29 May 1403 by To this article