Sinus Lift Ellicott City
Preparing Your Smile for Success
Many people who want to get dental implants require a sinus lift before they can successfully undergo the placement surgery. We are one of few dental offices in Ellicott City that are able to complete the entire procedure, as well as preparatory surgeries like bone grafting and sinus lifts, under one roof. To learn more about sinus lifts or whether you need one, contact our team to schedule a consultation today.
Why Choose Ellicott City Smiles Dental Group for a Sinus Lift?
- 3D Diagnostic Imaging for Precise Surgical Planning
- Periodontist & Prosthodontist on Staff
- A Team That’s Respectful, Empathetic & Experienced
What is a Sinus Lift?
A sinus lift does exactly what it sounds like—its purpose is to lift your maxillary sinuses in your face upward to keep them from becoming punctured during dental implant surgery. In the extra space, a bone graft will be placed to keep the sinuses in their new location as well as create more bone structure for the dental implants to be placed.
Who Needs a Sinus Lift?
Sinus lifts in Ellicott City are typically recommended as a preparatory measure for patients who want to get dental implants. When there isn’t enough bone in the top arch due to jawbone erosion, it can cause the sinuses to lay lower in their cavities, putting them at-risk of becoming punctured during implant placement. Bone erosion can also occur due to advanced gum disease.
By lifting your sinuses and placing bone graft material in the area, it can help restore the density of your bone structure and prevent both the failure of your dental implants, as well as post-operative complications.
What Happens During a Sinus Lift?
The surgery involves a few key steps, but before our dentists in Ellicott City begin, we will make sure you’re comfortable and completely numb. Then, we will create a window in the gum tissue to expose the bone underneath. We will cut a small circle into the bone to be able to access and lift the sinuses, filling the hole with grafting material. Finally, our team will close the incision to allow the healing process to begin!
Sinus Lift Aftercare
The healing process following a sinus lift typically takes between four and 12 months. This means that there will be some time before your dental implants can be placed. This time allows for the bone graft to become a part of your existing jawbone structure and allow your body to fully heal and recover before you need to undergo another surgery. Our team may provide you with the following to aid in your recovery:
- Saline spray to keep your nose moist
- Anti-inflammatory or -congestion medication
- Antibiotics
- Pain medication
- Antimicrobial mouthwash
If you have any questions or concerns following your sinus lift, know that our team is always available to help. We want to make sure you make a quick and complication-free recovery!