Maxillary sinus lift in Tunja, Colombia

What is a sinus lift?

It is surgery that increases the amount of bone in the back of the upper jaw, where the molars sit, so dental implants can be placed. The sinus membrane is gently lifted and bone graft is placed in the space created.

Why is it needed?

When upper back teeth are lost, the bone shrinks and the maxillary sinus tends to expand into that space. Without enough bone height, an implant would have nothing to anchor into.

What is the procedure like?

It is done under local anesthesia, sometimes with sedation. Depending on available bone, the implant is placed during the same surgery or 4 to 9 months later, once the graft has integrated. A CT scan is taken beforehand to plan the case.

What is recovery like?

Swelling and discomfort may last a few days. For the first weeks, avoid blowing your nose hard, sneeze with your mouth open, do not use straws or smoke, and avoid flying or diving until the specialist approves.

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