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A sinus lift procedure is not recommended for the following categories of patients:
90 to 120 minutes.
Patients need to undergo several testing phases before the sinus lift surgery can be performed. The role of these tests is to determine the health of the patient's sinuses. Most of the time, these tests include x-rays of the sinuses and upper jaws before leaving for treatment. CT scans can also be recommended by doctors in order to get a better understanding of the sinus's height and width.
The procedure begins with the dental surgeon administering the patient a local anesthetic. Once the anesthetic kicks in, an incision is created into the upper gum tissue, right beneath the sinus area. The gum tissue is raised, and the upper jaw bone is exposed.
The dental surgeon then creates a small window right into the bone, exposing the sinus membrane. The sinus membrane is pushed up, with bone graft material tightly packed into the newly created space.
Sinus lift surgery can use different types of bone graft materials, including:
Once the bone graft material is introduced into the cavity, the dental surgeon will close the incision with stitches. Over time, the new bone graft material will begin merging with the patient's natural bone tissue.
For most patients, the average sinus lift recovery experience involves dealing with swelling in the gum tissue around the incision area. Bleeding from the mouth or nose is also common during the first few weeks after the procedure. Blowing your nose or sneezing needs to be avoided as the stitches can get loose, and the bone graft material can move inside the sinus cavity.
Most patients use antibacterial mouthwashes, antibiotics, and painkillers during the recovery period. After performing the sinus lift for a dental implant, the body needs time to heal properly. After five to nine months pass, the implants can be placed in the jaw.
In some cases, the dental implant procedure and sinus lift procedure may be performed simultaneously, but it depends on the patient’s existing bone structure.
Sinus lift complications can include one or more of the following:
● Torn or punctured sinus membrane
● Infection
● Sinusitis
● Tissue or nerve damage
● Graft failure
● Hematoma
● Revision surgery
Sinus lift surgery side effects include:
● Bleeding
● Pain
● Discomfort
● Swelling
● Inflammation
Surgery reviews set the average sinus lift success rate at around 90%.
What happens if my sinus membrane gets torn during the sinus lift surgery?
The surgeon will first stitch it or place a patch over it. If that doesn’t work, the procedure is postponed until the membrane heals itself.
What happens if the graft material doesn’t integrate with my bone after the sinus lift?
In this case, the sinus lift surgery may need to be repeated.
Is sinus lift surgery safe?
Definitely – sinus augmentation is a safe and reliable procedure. Less than 10% of patients develop complications following this procedure. Following the surgeon’s instructions and taking any medications as prescribed is essential for the success of this procedure.
How long does a sinus lift take to heal?
The body will fully heal in around 5 to 9 months after the procedure is done.
