Sinus lifting, the absence of sufficient bone volume for Dental Implants in the region of the upper jaw, sinus bone at the bottom of the cavity in order to increase the amount of a surgical procedure. This process is known as sinus or sinus augmentasyon upgrade. Sinus lifting, especially for patients with tooth loss in the posterior part of the upper jaw, which is required before dental implants can be successfully placed in the bone provides support.

Sinus Lifting The Purpose Of The Process

Patients with a low amount of bone in the posterior part of the upper jaw, for dental implants to be placed in a stable manner for enough bone support is required. The process of Dental Implants sinus lifting and bone in this region by increasing the volume of the long-term ensures success.

Sinus Lifting Process Is Done How?

Stages

1. Consultation and planning

  • Examination and assessment: Your dentist can evaluate the position of the teeth and mandible.
  • Display: X-ray and CT imaging techniques, such as using the sinus cavities and bone structure are examined.
  • Planning: A detailed plan about how the surgery will be created.

2. Anesthesia

  • Local or general anesthesia: You feel pain during the procedure for local or general anesthesia is administered.

3. Sinus Removal Of The Membrane

  • Sinus Removal Of The Membrane: In the rear area of the upper jaw and the gum tissue is cut in the bone to access the sinus cavity window opens. The sinus membrane is carefully removed.

4. Bone Graft Application

  • Bone Graft Materials: Bone graft material is placed into the formed. The patient's own bone graft, donor bone or artificial bone may be.

5. Sewing and healing

  • Sewing and Closing: The gum tissue is sewn into place, and the healing process begins. It may take several months for the integration of the bone graft.

Types Of Sinus Lifting Operation

Open Sinus Lifting

  • More Invasive: The sinus membrane by opening a large window of access is provided.
  • Extensive Bone Graft: In situations that require more bone volume is used.

Closed Sinus Lift (Internal Sinus Lifting)

  • Less Invasive: Gain access to the sinus membrane by opening a small hole.
  • Minimal Bone Graft: In situations that require less bone volume is used.

The healing process and maintenance

First 24 Hours

  • Relaxation: Try to rest for the first 24 hours.
  • Cold Compress: To reduce swelling, apply a cold compress on the cheek.
  • Liquid and Soft Foods: Soup, yogurt, and eat soft foods such as mashed potatoes.

The First Week

  • Pain Relievers: The painkillers prescribed by your dentist to use.
  • Oral Hygiene: Reduce the risk of infection by gargling with salt water.
  • Soft Foods: Hot, hard and avoid spicy foods.

The Weeks That Followed

  • Dental Visits: Have regular checks with your healing process to follow.
  • Pay Attention To Oral Hygiene: Pay close attention to oral hygiene by brushing your teeth gently.

Possible complications and their management

Infection

SymptomManagement
Swelling, redness, pain, pus, feverAntibiotic therapy, oral hygiene, pay attention to don't use antiseptic mouthwash.

Rupture Of The Sinus Membrane

SymptomManagement
Runny nose, sinus pain in the areaMending the rip, from the pressure of the nose during the healing process avoidance (sneezing, sumkurme).

Bleeding

SymptomManagement
Heavy bleeding or continued for a long timeThe use of gauze to control bleeding when necessary the intervention of the dentist.

Swelling and bruising

SymptomManagement
Swelling, bruises on the skinApplying cold compresses thins rest until the swelling.

Pain

SymptomManagement
Severe or continuous painUse of painkillers when necessary, to communicate with the dentist.

Rejection Of The Graft Material

SymptomManagement
Constant pain, signs of infection, swelling in the region of the graftRemoval of the graft material and re-evaluation.

Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)

SymptomManagement
Nasal congestion, facial pain, headache, feverAntibiotics, nasal sprays, medical intervention when needed.

Nasal Pressure Problems

SymptomManagement
Nasal congestion, feeling of pressureSumkurme and to refrain from activities such as sneezing, nasal sprays use.

Results

Sinus lifting, bone to support dental implants is a major surgical procedure required to provide. Both outdoor and indoor sinus lifting methods, according to different clinical needs of the patient and the bone structure is selected. Proper planning and careful surgical techniques by an experienced dentist, and the success of this process has a positive effect on the healing process of the patient.

Contact Dent STR

Sinus lifting dent dental clinic to request an appointment or to get more information about the process, you may contact STR. Our expert dentists will help you to determine the best methods of treatment.

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