If you're looking for a tooth replacement solution that is stronger, more durable and safer than other dental restorations, dental implants may be the answer. However, if you don't have enough bone support due to bone loss, a sinus lift procedure may be necessary before treatment with dental implants. Kalil Abide can perform a sinus lift to ensure the success of these restorations. Before the procedure, your dentist will determine where excess bone needs to be removed from.
People who have lost their upper back teeth are more likely to need a sinus lift, as the upper jaw may not have enough space to support the implant. Additionally, those with larger sinuses that are close enough to the tooth roots may also need a sinus lift. X-rays allow the surgeon or dental specialist to study your jaw and sinuses to precisely determine what you need. The sinus lift procedure involves moving the sinuses to a higher position so that there is ample room for the jaw to grow and, ultimately, enough space for dental implants. After recovery, which usually takes four to twelve months, the jaw will be dense and tall enough to support the placement of dental implants.
The time between surgery and the placement of the implants depends on the amount of bone you need. It's important to note that there is also the possibility of developing acute maxillary sinusitis after a sinus lift, which occurs as temporary inflammation of the membranes of the nose and sinuses. However, when patients have lost teeth from the premolar or upper molar area of the jaw, where the sinuses are located, they may need to undergo a sinus lift before treatment with dental implants in order to enjoy all of the benefits that dental implants offer in treating tooth loss.
