Sinus Lifts in Albany, NY

Overview

Not every patient is an ideal candidate for dental implants in the upper arch as there has to be a healthy amount of bone along with an appropriate amount of room for a surgical post to be placed without touching the sinuses. A surgical sinus lift or sinus bump may be used to help patients become candidates for a dental implant to replace upper back teeth. At Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, board-certified specialists Drs. Stephen DeMarco, Diego Miron, Timothy Adams, and Luis Delgado use advanced expertise and skill to prepare you to receive a dental implant with a sinus augmentation procedure. Inadequate jawbone height, poor bone quality, or sinuses that sit low in the upper jaw are common reasons for performing a sinus lift or sinus bump. During this process, the floor of the maxillary sinus cavity (which sits right above the upper teeth) is augmented through bone grafting so that an implant can be properly placed. To learn if sinus augmentation is right for you, schedule a consultation at one of our full-service surgical centers in Albany, NY.

Best Candidates

Candidates for sinus augmentation may have insufficient space or bone height and volume in the upper jaw to receive a dental implant. This may be caused by bone loss in the area, a maxillary sinus floor that has expanded into the space where tooth roots used to sit, or anatomy that positions the sinuses too close to where dental implants will be positioned. At your appointment, our team will capture detailed 3D images to measure your jaw and sinuses and determine whether elevating the sinus floor and placing a bone graft is a proper plan of action to allow for tooth replacement with a dental implant.

What To Expect

A sinus lift is an advanced surgical process that is completed in one of our surgical suites by a member of our experienced specialty team. Sedation dentistry is often used for this type of surgical procedure. A sinus lift raises the floor of the sinus cavity and adds bone tissue beneath to create the structure needed for implant support. In some cases, a sinus bump is performed, which creates an opening in the side of the sinus cavity into which bone grafting material is placed. This, too, creates the bone volume needed for an implant.

When you are prepped and ready, an incision will be made in the gum tissue in the back of the mouth so that we may access the treatment site. Your gums will be retracted to reveal the bone. A small opening in the bone and sinus cavity may be made through which our team will perform a sinus bump procedure. In a sinus lift, we may use advanced tools to elevate the sinus floor without needing to open the sinus cavity. Sutures will then be placed to initiate the healing process.

Dr Delgado and team, it was an absolute pleasure. Thank you for the patience and care you took in performing my son’s surgery. Dr Delgado’s follow up call, post surgery, was something we least expected, this is service and care beyond measure. Your office staff and nurses are amazing. Definitely a well recommended oral surgeon and facility, if you are in need of oral surgery or care.

Y.J. Google

Words can't express my gratitude for the care that my son received from Dr. Delgado and his team. They created a caring, welcoming, and professional environment. They were non-judgemental and patient in answering my long list of questions, including the weird ones. I am impressed by their kindness and professionalism. The moment I noted the separate holders for the new pens and used pens, I understood why this place feels so special. Dr. Delgado, Kim, and Tracy (in alphabetical order) are exemplary healthcare professionals who pay attention to every detail.

S.C. Google

I went to see Dr. Delgado for a consultation. I needed three teeth removed. Dr. Delgado was very nice. He listened to my concerns about the surgery. He told me exactly what was going to be done and made sure I understood everything and took my concerns seriously. On the day or the surgery, I was really nervous. Both he and his staff helped to calm me down. Surgery went well. I healed well. I highly recommend Dr. Delgado. He is an excellent surgeon.

L.N. Google

Hands down the best experience I’ve ever had at a dental office in my life. I had a dental emergency and the Albany location got me right in. The staff and Dr. Morcos were amazing!

J.S. Google

This has to be by far the best experience i have ever had with a Dr./Dentist. After many issues with other facilities and told most places wouldn't see me till March and the amount of pain i was in i called the Albany location. They told me they would see me this week. I asked if there was any way they could get me in today as it was an emergency. They agreed and set a same day appointment. When i arrived a friendly face Davia was there to reassure me they would help and take care of my issues. Dr JONATHAN MORCOS was incredible and knew what needed to be done. He made arrangements to do the procedure i needed right there and then. By far i would recommend this practice to any family and friends and i will be sure to return for any other dental care needed. Thank you again James

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Recovery

Following your sinus surgery, you may be given a prescription for a pain reliever to help keep you comfortable as you recover. Our clinical staff will also talk with you or your escort about how you should take care of your incisions and provide instructions on how to care for your mouth over the next few weeks. In many cases, we will schedule a follow-up appointment about a week after your sinus surgery for suture removal. The bone graft may require a few months to heal until dental implant surgery can be scheduled.

Insurance Coverage

A member of our financial team will contact your insurance provider to learn if your plan offers coverage for sinus augmentation procedures. To help you fit any personal expenses for your care into your budget, Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons takes several payment options and can provide information on low-interest medical financing.

Sinus Lift Surgery

A sinus lift may be a key part of preparing your jaw for the successful placement of a dental implant. Like natural teeth, dental implants require proper support in the jaw to best serve your smile. As a full-service surgical practice, Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons is pleased to offer advanced sinus lift and sinus bump surgery to improve the health and lives of our patients. We invite you to call our practice in Albany, NY to schedule an appointment with one of our oral surgeons and learn more about your options for sinus augmentation.

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