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Being told you need a sinus lift before getting dental implants<\/strong> may seem daunting, but there is no need to worry. It’s a relatively common surgical procedure that can make it possible for you to restore your dentition<\/a> with implants even after suffering bone loss.<\/p>

Here you can read all about what the sinus lift procedure involves, what it costs in the UK, and what to expect during recovery. Don’t miss our tips for reducing the cost of the procedure – it’s possible to save hundreds if you know how!<\/p>

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What is a sinus lift operation?<\/h2>
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The maxillary sinuses (blue) are closest to the teeth<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>

It’s a surgical procedure which grafts bone to the upper jaw<\/strong> at the position of the molar and premolar teeth. The maxillary sinus membrane is lifted upwards to make space for the additional bone.<\/p>

The sinus system has several parts but it’s the maxillary sinuses which sit closest to our teeth. You might sometimes get a toothache when you have congestion or a bad cold – this is because the pressure on the sinuses transfers to the tooth roots in the upper jaw.<\/p>

The technical name for this procedure is a “maxillary sinus floor augmentation” but you may also hear the terms “sinus augmentation” and “sinus graft” used. A specially trained dental clinician, periodontist or oral surgeon carries out the surgery.<\/p> Get a free quote for dental treatment abroad<\/a>

Will I need a sinus lift for dental implants?<\/h3>

A sinus augmentation is usually performed when a patient has insufficient bone<\/strong> in their upper jaw to support a dental implant<\/a>, as shown by a panoramic dental x-ray. Dental implants fuse with the jaw bone in a natural process called osseointegration, but this relies on there being a certain amount of bone present.<\/p>

You may need sinus augmentation surgery before getting implants if:<\/p>