Internal (osteotome) approach
Done at the time of implant placement. The sinus floor is gently raised through the implant site, the space is filled with bone material and the implant placed.
Upper jaw implants
Sinus Lift in Crowborough
If you're considering an implant towards the back of your upper jaw, you may be told a sinus lift is required.
Here's what sinus lift surgery — or sinus augmentation — involves, why it may be needed and what to expect.
Explained
What is a sinus lift?
A sinus lift is carried out when the floor of the sinus sits too close to where an implant needs to go. It adds bone to the upper jaw to give the implant a secure base while keeping the sinus safe.
After an upper back tooth is lost, the sinus can expand into the space, leaving too little bone for an implant. We reshape the area by adding bone substitute material, using either an internal approach for small amounts of bone or an external (lateral window) approach where more is needed.
Sinus lifts are a well-established procedure. If you have questions or concerns, our team is happy to talk them through.
Techniques
Two ways a sinus lift is performed
Lateral window approach
A small window is made in the bone beside the sinus, the sinus lining is lifted and bone material placed. The area is closed and left to heal, typically for several months.
Benefits
Long-term benefits of a sinus lift
Most implant patients don't need a sinus lift, but for those who do, it can make treatment possible and more predictable.
- More bone for the implant
- Lower risk of implant failure
- Lower risk of sinus discomfort
- Lower risk of later complications
Implant enquiry
Talk to us about sinus lift surgery
Our Crowborough implant team will explain what your upper jaw needs, based on your 3D scan.
Implant consultation £59 · Free 3D scan · Flexible payment plans available.