Your maxillary sinuses are empty, air-filled spaces in proximity to the roots of your upper molar and premolar teeth, with just a thin wall separating them from your mouth.
The goal of a sinus lift at Milestone Oral Surgery & Implant Center (MOSAIC) is to increase the amount of bone in the upper jaw to help deliver an optimal dental implant outcome. If another practice has turned you away because your sinuses are too close to your jawbone to place dental implants, you’re likely an ideal candidate for a sinus lift in Mission Viejo, CA.
A sinus lift may be recommended if you don’t have enough bone in your maxillary posterior (upper back jawbone) to support dental implants. Several factors can result in insufficient bone volume and height in this area.
The first step is a consultation with our board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Parshan Namiranian, who will evaluate your jawbone and sinus health to determine if this type of specialized bone grafting is advised. During sinus lift surgery in Mission Viejo, CA, the area is numbed with a local anesthetic, and a small incision is made in your gum tissue to expose the bone.
An opening is made in the bone, and the sinus membrane is gently lifted upward. Then, bone graft material is placed into the space, and your gums are sutured closed. In some cases, platelet-rich fibrin is placed with the bone graft to enhance healing and regeneration, prior to Dr. Namiranian stitching up your gum tissue.
Expert restoration of bone and placement of implants in the maxillary posterior jaw is especially challenging due to the proximity of the sinus cavities. Choosing a highly skilled oral surgeon provides the peace of mind that your procedure will be performed with an exceptional level of surgical expertise and safe administration of IV sedation, should you need.
Dr. Namiranian utilizes advanced imaging technology, combined with in-depth knowledge of oral anatomy, to carefully plan and meticulously perform sinus lift procedures in Mission Viejo, CA. Successful sinus lift surgery maximizes the likelihood of proper dental implant osseointegration (fusion with the jawbone) and an implant-restored smile that stands the test of time!
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