How Does A Sinus Lift Work?
Sinus lift surgery lifts the sinuses to create room for bone grafting material to be placed. The maxillary sinuses sit behind the cheeks and are empty or filled spaces. The natural roots of the teeth often extend into the maxillary cavity, but when a tooth is lost and not replaced, the bone separating the sinus and the mouth thins, making the placement of dental implants unachievable. Sinus lift surgery separates and lifts the sinus membrane to create space for dental bone grafting material. Continuing advancements in oral surgery allow patients to achieve a beautiful, permanent smile, regardless of bone density.
When teeth are lost, our bodies reabsorb the bone that once held them in place. As a result, patients are left with changes in facial structure, difficulty talking, declining oral health, and diminished self-confidence. Although dental implants offer a permanent solution to missing teeth while maintaining jawbone density, patients who have already lost jawbone density may not be candidates. Sinus lift in NYC can restore bone density to the upper jaw, allowing patients to achieve a restored smile.