A sinus lift is a procedure that moves the sinus membrane upward, allowing your oral surgeon to augment the amount of bone in the upper jaw. Sinus lifts take place in the rear of the mouth near the molars, as the upper jaw typically doesn’t have as much bone as the lower jaw, and tooth loss is likely to increase the loss of bone in these areas.
If you’re missing a tooth and want to be considered for a dental implant, how can you know if you’ll need a sinus lift beforehand? Here are a few reasons why someone might need a sinus lift before dental implant treatment.
An article by Dr. Karan Kamboh. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.
Read the full article here: Do You Need a Sinus Lift Before Dental Implant Treatment?
