Sinus lift surgery enables safe implant placement
Secures maxillary sinus space to enable stable implant placement in posterior maxillary area
Sinus lift surgery?
'Is it really necessary?'
The space from above the upper molars to the cheekbone and upper jaw is called the 'maxillary sinus'. When the maxillary sinus descends, implants cannot be firmly fixed.
Especially when molars are extracted, the gum bone resorbs, further reducing the amount of gum bone.
For implants to be firmly fixed, 'sinus lift surgery' is needed to lift the maxillary sinus upward and graft bone into the empty space.
The maxillary sinus consists of very thin membrane that tears easily and can cause other diseases like sinusitis and rhinitis, requiring delicate technique.
Lateral approach
Open sinus lift surgery
Crestal approach
Closed sinus lift surgery
Sinus lift surgery methods
Appropriate surgical method selected according to patient condition
Lateral Approach
Open sinus lift surgery
Method of lifting sinus membrane by accessing through lateral wall
Indications
- Residual bone height less than 4mm
- When extensive bone grafting is needed
- Multiple implant placement
- When sinus floor is severely pneumatized
Advantages
- Easy visualization
- Precise membrane elevation possible
- Sufficient bone graft material application
- High success rate
Crestal Approach
Closed sinus lift surgery
Method of lifting membrane through osteotome, trephine, and hydraulic pressure
Indications
- Residual bone height 4-6mm
- When localized bone grafting is needed
- 1-2 implant placement
- When sinus floor is flat
Advantages
- Minimally invasive approach
- Short recovery period
- Simultaneous implant placement
- Minimized patient discomfort
Sinus lift surgery treatment process
Systematic treatment process for safe and accurate surgery
3D CT 진단
상악동 해부학적 구조 분석 및 수술 계획 수립
마취 및 절개
국소마취 후 잇몸 절개하여 상악골 노출
상악동막 거상
조심스럽게 상악동막을 손상 없이 들어올림
뼈이식재 충전
거상된 공간에 뼈이식재를 충분히 채워 넣음
봉합 및 치유
차폐막 설치 후 봉합, 6개월 치유 기간
ATTENTION
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Please check precautions before/after surgery.
Sinus lift surgery precautions
There may be slight pain and bleeding after surgery.
It is recommended to eat cold foods on the day of surgery.
Prescribed medications must be taken on time.
Apply ice compress for 2 days after surgery.
Avoid spitting or using straws.
Avoid strenuous exercise, drinking, and smoking for 2 weeks after surgery.
Do not blow your nose hard for at least 3 weeks.
Use a pillow slightly higher than usual when sleeping.
Light social activities are fine after surgery, but avoid heavy meals for 2 weeks.
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Before and after treatment photos
Before
After
Sinus lift surgery
