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What is a Bone Graft/Sinus Lift?

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When you have suffered bone loss from the natural loss of a tooth, a surgical procedure called Sinus Lift will replace this.

With the loss of a natural tooth, the ridge in the jaw bone (alveolar) that contains the tooth socket, usually loses both height and width. If a dental implant cannot be placed in the area an implant is needed due to the floor of the sinus being too close to the area, a Sinus Lift will need to be done. It is needed to ensure a secure place for the implant, while protecting the sinus.

There are numerous reasons for needing a Sinus Lift

Some have suffered anatomical structures, like their jaw being too small
Others have sinuses that are too large
Others have suffered bone loss due to other dental issues

The Sinus Lift Bone Graft Procedure

The Bone Graft done in a Sinus Lift may be completed using a bone from your own body. This bone would come from another area of your mouth or body. Some cases have the surgeon remove bone from the hip area.

Step 1: It would be necessary to have X-Rays taken so the dentist can study your jaw and sinus. A CT Scan would allow the dentist to measure the height and width of any bone still in tact, and the health of your sinus.

Step 2: The gum tissue is cut where the back teeth used to be. Raising this tissue, exposes the bone. By cutting a small circle into the bone, and lifting this piece into the sinus cavity, a door-like structure is created. The space underneath is filled with bone-graft material. Once the bone-graft material is in place, the tissue is closed with stitches.

Step 3: The amount of time needed before implants can be placed varies on amount of bone material used. It is usually four to nine months.

Benefits of a Sinus Lift Bone Graft Procedure

One major benefit is the reduction of damages to your sinuses. It provides regrowth of new bone, and won’t affect your ability to breathe or your allergies.
Another benefit is it replaces any upper back teeth.
The Sinus Lift replaces lost bone, so you have dental implants.

Bone Grafting/Sinus Lift – Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be in pain after Bone Graft for Dental Implant procedure?

You may experience some discomfort after surgery such as: swelling of your gums and face, bruising of your skin and gums, pain at the surgical site, and minor bleeding. These symptoms are common for any type of dental surgery. If your swelling and pain worsens days after surgery, contact the oral surgeon so that the appropriate steps can be taken to ensure a safe recovery.

Are there Bone Grafting for Dental Implants Complications?

Possible complications after surgery may include: nausea, vomiting, numbness of the mouth and face, fever, dizziness, dry or cracked lips, earache, sore throat, muscle stiffness, nerve damage, and worsening pain. If symptoms persist or get worse in the days after surgery, contact the oral surgeon.

How is the bone formed in the Bone Grafting process?

Living cells are the only thing that can make a new bone. Currently, there are two sources where bone-forming cells can be taken from. – Most commonly, healthy bone is removed from an area on your body where it is least likely to cause impairment, such as the hip or jaw. The healthy bone is then transferred to the graft site. – Bone marrow is the other source where bone-forming cells are found. Bone marrow can be injected by a needle into the graft site.

Can bone cement be used instead of bone grafts for loose dental implants?

Bone cement is not the recommended treatment for safely bonding the dental implant back to your jaw. There is a process that should be followed to ensure that your implant will integrate properly into the bone and become stable.

1. The implant must be removed, cleaned, and derided thoroughly.

2. Next, a bone graft should be placed into the socket, allowing the affected area to heal.

3. Then, the oral surgeon will decide the amount of time necessary before the new implant can be placed. If the graft has produced enough bone tissue to support the implant, then the surgeon will schedule you for this implant.

4. If the graft has failed to produce enough bone tissue, additional grafting may be performed.

What do dentist mean when they done bone graft after tooth extraction?

Bone grafting refers to an assortment of surgical methods that stimulate the formation of new bone where it is needed. It is common for a dentist to do a bone graft following a tooth extraction. Performing a bone graft immediately after extraction generally helps prevent further bone loss and preserves the bone so that a future implant can be placed.

How much does Bone Grafts for Implants cost?

The cost depends on many factors such as the height, depth, and width of the jawbone at the implant site. We offer free consultation ($150 Value) including FREE EXAM & X-RAY to assess the cost and procedure viability.

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