Open and closed sinus lift
- Type of procedure
- Need for additional bone material
- Qualifications of the surgeon and clinic
The price of sinus lift depends on the complexity of the specific case, the scope of the intervention and the materials selected, as well as the qualifications of the dentist.
Sinus lift is a surgical procedure that increases the amount of bone tissue in the upper jaw in the sinus area. It is necessary when the bone is not thick enough to accommodate dental implants.
With age or after a long period of tooth loss, bone tissue can atrophy, making it impossible to install an implant. Sinus lift allows you to lift the sinus membrane and fill the space with bone material, creating a stable base for implantation.
Open sinus lift is performed when it is necessary to significantly increase the bone volume. To do this, the surgeon makes an incision in the gum, opens access to the maxillary sinus and lifts the membrane, after which he fills the cavity with bone material.
Closed sinus lift is used when minimal correction of bone tissue volume is required. In this case, the sinus membrane is lifted through the hole created for the installation of the implant, without significant surgical intervention. The closed method is less invasive and is accompanied by a faster recovery.
Sinus lift is performed under local anesthesia, which makes the procedure painless. The patient does not feel pain during the operation, but may feel some pressure or discomfort. After the procedure, swelling and mild pain are possible, which can be controlled with painkillers.
Doctors also recommend avoiding physical activity during the first days after surgery to reduce the risk of complications.
Primary healing after sinus lift takes about 10-14 days. However, complete integration of bone material and restoration of bone volume may take 3 to 6 months.
During this time, it is important to follow the doctor's recommendations and attend regular check-ups. If implants were installed, their full loading is usually possible only after bone tissue restoration is complete.