Sinus Augmentation in Tampa, FL

Sinus augmentation is a surgical procedure that adds bone in the upper jaw near the molars and premolars. It helps to make room for the bone so that it can grow. Surgeons or periodontists lift the sinus floor. This procedure is needed when your sinus is quite close to your jaw, or there is not enough bone for placing implants. It is a preparatory procedure before placing your dental implants.

When Do You Need It?

Not everyone with molar and premolar teeth implants would need to go through this procedure. If you do not have enough jawbone, or your sinuses are very close to your jaw, which creates issues while placing implants, you might need to go through this procedure. Some of the reasons behind this include:

• The natural anatomy of your skull.
• Bone loss that has occurred due to periodontal disease.
• Bone loss that can occur if you have had missing teeth for a long time.
• Bone loss due to calcium deficiency.

The Surgery

The bone used to do a sinus lift comes from your own body — any area of your mouth or body, like hips or tibia. If that is not possible, then a synthetic material is used, which is efficient and safe. Your surgeon would cut the gum tissues, exposing the bone. There is a membrane lining the sinus, which is pushed up and away from your jaw. Granules of bone graft material are then placed in the open space to fill it up.

At Habana Dental Care, we take care of your overall oral surgeries and help you with post-surgery recovery. We prescribe the right medications, food, and rest for you so that your wounds can heal properly. So we suggest you book an appointment with us now and get your oral conditions checked thoroughly.