Bone Graft & Sinus Lifts

Bone Grafting

Bone grafting may be necessary if there is insufficient bone to support the implant. This can be performed:

• Before Implant Placement: Allows adequate bone healing prior to the implant procedure.
• Same time as Implant Placement: Saves time by combining the procedures. Read more on bone grafting.

Sinus lifting

Sinus lifting is required when the upper jaw's bone near the sinuses is too thin for implant placement. The procedure involves lifting the sinus membrane and adding bone graft material. There are two techniques for sinus lifting:

Closed Sinus Lift:

• Performed when there is minimal bone loss.
• A smaller opening is used, and the sinus is gently lifted.
• In some cases, the implant can be placed simultaneously.
• Healing time = 3-6 months

Open Sinus Lift:

• Necessary when significant bone grafting is required due to substantial bone loss.
• A larger opening is made to allow more bone material to be added.
• Requires a healing period of 3-10 months before the implant can be placed, depending on the extent of grafting and individual healing capacity.
• In some cases, the implant can be placed simultaneously.
• Healing time = 6-10 months