Maxillary sinus lift for dental implants
Surgery that lifts the sinus membrane to add bone so that implants can be placed in the upper jaw.
What is a maxillary sinus lift?
There are two maxillary sinuses, they are on both sides of the nose, below the eyes, and they are the area where air from the nasal passages enters and is warmed to prepare the air that will reach the lungs, influencing ventilation, as well as having resonance functions.
The cavity that makes up the maxillary sinus is covered inside by mucosa.
It is this mucosa that, in the case of sinus lift, is elevated to create space to place bone and thus have bone with sufficient height for the subsequent placement of a dental implant.
Sometimes due to the loss of teeth, the bone of the upper jaw loses height, which results in not being able to rehabilitate that area with a fixed solution for the missing teeth.
That is why the sinus lift technique is used prior to implant placement.
This achieves the bone height needed to place the dental implants afterwards. The alternative without implants is a fixed dental bridge, but it requires preparing the healthy neighboring teeth. We do it with guided navigation, the same technology as the computer-guided surgery we use to place implants.
It is important to note that placing fixed prostheses on dental implants requires a process that can take several stages and some months, depending on the individual patient's situation. Additionally, careful evaluation and planning by a dentist specialized in implantology is required to determine patient suitability and ensure treatment success.
How is a sinus lift performed?
The sinus lift is performed using a surgical technique that involves elevating the membrane that covers the sinus and placing synthetic bone in that created space, then a collagen membrane, also synthetic, is placed to seal it if needed.
There are two surgical technique types for maxillary sinus lifts for this procedure:
Maxillary sinus lift techniques
There are two main techniques for performing sinus lifts, each indicated according to the amount of bone available:
Types of techniques
Open (lateral) sinus lift technique
Used when the bone need is very large (we have less than 5mm of bone) and we need to place a lot of bone in the area. It is done by lifting the mucosa, making a small perforation in the maxillary sinus bone and then carefully detaching the mucosa to place synthetic bone in that space. It is sutured and bone consolidation is awaited.
Closed (atraumatic) sinus lift technique
This technique is less traumatic than the previous one and is the one we use at ENIQ. We develop it with dynamic guided navigation, so the patient has bone without any type of trauma. A small hole is made in the sinus and the bone is injected through there. Consolidation is awaited in about 6 months. In some cases, it is done the same day the implant is placed to save the patient multiple surgical interventions.
The accuracy provided by dynamic guided navigation used at ENIQ makes it a very precise, non-bothersome, and non-invasive treatment, being covered with the mucosa itself without the need for tremendous surgeries.
Treatment duration
The time needed to complete treatment depends on the technique used and patient conditions:
How many appointments are needed for a maxillary sinus lift?
Traumatic lateral technique
A minimum of 6 months of bone stabilization phase must be awaited before placing the implant.
Atraumatic technique (ENIQ)
If the atraumatic technique is used, which requires at least 5mm of bone, the implant could even be placed at the same time, significantly reducing the total treatment time.
At ENIQ, thanks to our atraumatic technique with guided navigation, we can optimize times and in many cases place the implant the same day as the sinus lift.
Advantages of sinus lifts
Maxillary sinus lifts offer multiple benefits when performed correctly:
What are the advantages of sinus lifts?
Relatively simple intervention
It is a relatively simple intervention as long as it is performed by a qualified professional with experience in implantology.
Simultaneous implant placement
The implant could be placed at the same time, as long as conditions allow, reducing the number of interventions.
Avoids more aggressive techniques
We avoid zygomatic implants, which is a more aggressive and complex surgical technique.
Predictable and lasting solution
Allows placement of conventional implants with very high success rates, offering a fixed and permanent solution.
Sinus lift is a proven technique that allows rehabilitation of areas of the upper jaw that otherwise could not receive dental implants, avoiding more invasive solutions.
What is the success rate of maxillary sinus lifts?
How much does a maxillary sinus lift cost?
Maxillary sinus lift
Atraumatic technique with guided navigation
The final price depends on the technique and on how much bone needs to be regenerated. We confirm it after the specialist's assessment, with a detailed written quote.
All inclusive
Frequently asked questions about maxillary sinus lifts
Answers to common questions about maxillary sinus lifts in Madrid. customer service.
It is another name for the maxillary sinus lift: a procedure that lifts the mucosa lining the inside of the maxillary sinus in order to place synthetic bone in the space created. It is done when the upper jaw has lost bone height (for example, after tooth loss) and there is not enough bone left to place a dental implant in that area.
In many cases, yes. With the atraumatic technique, which requires at least 5 mm of bone, the implant can be placed at the same time, saving interventions and shortening treatment. If less bone remains and the lateral technique is needed, a minimum of 6 months of bone stabilization is required before placing the implant.
The open (lateral) sinus lift is used when very little bone remains, less than 5 mm, and a large amount must be added: a small perforation is made in the sinus bone, the mucosa is carefully detached, synthetic bone is placed and the area is sutured. The closed (atraumatic) lift is less invasive: the bone is introduced through a small hole. It is the technique we use at ENIQ, with dynamic guided navigation.
The sinus lift is performed under local anesthesia, so no pain is felt during the procedure. At ENIQ we use the atraumatic technique with dynamic guided navigation, which is much less invasive and practically painless. The post-operative period is generally comfortable, with minimal discomfort controlled with analgesics.
The price varies depending on the technique and the amount of bone needed. In simple cases with synthetic bone, the cost is around €350. When additional materials such as membranes are required, the price can be between €800 and €1,500. At ENIQ we offer from €950 with guided navigation technology for maximum precision.
Sinus lift allows placing dental implants, which is the most durable and natural solution. Bridges require grinding down healthy adjacent teeth, and removable prostheses are less comfortable and stable. Implants after sinus lift offer the best functionality, aesthetics, and long-term bone preservation.
At ENIQ we consider sinus lift a predictable and successful technique when performed correctly. Our atraumatic technique with dynamic guided navigation minimizes surgical trauma and maximizes precision. It is an excellent option to avoid more aggressive techniques like zygomatic implants, allowing high-quality fixed rehabilitations.
The post-operative period requires specific care: avoid smoking for at least 5 days (ideally throughout healing), do not blow your nose or hold in sneezes for 7-10 days, apply ice for the first 24 hours, avoid vigorous physical activity for a week, maintain gentle oral hygiene, and follow a soft diet high in protein. Side effects are generally minimal, especially with our atraumatic technique.