When you need more bone for implant placement

Sinus Lift

Bone recession and your natural anatomy can place the maxillary sinuses too close to the upper jaw to safely accommodate a dental implant.

A sinus lift can safely reposition the sinus membrane and add bone material so you can take advantage of an implant-supported restoration.

A sinus lift is often the first step towards a completely rehabilitated smile.

Like tooth roots, dental implants require a certain amount of bone tissue for support. Without adequate bone tissue, dental implants may not be an option for you. Over time you will lose bone in areas where teeth are not present. When working with the upper arch we are often able to make room for dental implants by lifting the sinuses. 

Dental implants halt the bone recession that follows tooth loss. With proper care, your augmented upper jaw will retain its bone tissue, allowing you to experience the benefits of implants for decades.

Depending on the state of your upper jaw, placing implants could easily harm the maxillary sinuses without first undergoing a sinus lift.

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What does a sinus lift cost?

Despite the benefits dental implants provide, the procedure and preparatory treatments rarely qualify for insurance coverage. A sinus lift can cost about $1,600 to $2,400 per side, and implants can each cost up to $3,000, not including the restoration. However, you must consider that a traditional denture will need regular adjustments as the jaw changes shape. Each adjustment incurs a fee and can require you to wear a temporary denture in some cases. Meanwhile, the denture will remain prone to slipping when you are eating and speaking. The time and hassle you can avoid by choosing dental implants can justify the price, and there are many low-interest and interest-free financing options available to help you budget for the procedure.

Your oral surgeon may offer alternatives.

If your oral surgeon believes that your sinuses lay too close to the treatment site to safely place standard dental implants, there are shorter implants that may be a viable option. However, there are conflicting reports regarding the effectiveness of these implants. Some studies have shown that they are not as strong, while others have found comparable success rates when short implants are used to support dentures. Your dentist can help you make an informed choice.

A sinus lift can greatly extend your treatment timeline, but the benefits can justify the additional investment of time and money. Talk to your oral surgeon today about your candidacy for dental implants.

The sinus lift procedure.

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