A sinus lift is a procedure that increases bone height in the upper back jaw to allow safe dental implant placement. After tooth loss, the upper jawbone can shrink and the sinus space may expand downward, leaving insufficient bone for implants. Sinus lift surgery creates space by gently elevating the sinus lining and placing bone graft material underneath.
Sinus Lift Surgery
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Closed sinus lift surgery
203$
Open sinus lift surgery
265$
Who may need a sinus lift
- Patients with insufficient upper back jawbone height for implants
- Cases with bone shrinkage after extractions or long-term missing teeth
- Situations where sinus anatomy is close to the planned implant site
Main steps
- Exam and imaging to measure bone and plan the approach.
- Local anesthesia (sedation may be used if appropriate).
- Gentle elevation of the sinus membrane to create a protected space.
- Placement of graft material to build new supportive bone.
- Healing period and follow-up to confirm readiness for implants or final restorations.
Healing and timeline
Gum healing happens early, but bone maturation takes longer. Many plans involve several months before placing implants or final crowns, depending on whether implants were placed at the same visit and how much grafting was needed.
Aftercare essentials
- Avoid blowing your nose and avoid strong pressure changes during early healing.
- If you sneeze, try to sneeze with your mouth open to reduce sinus pressure.
- Take medications exactly as prescribed.
- Avoid smoking, and follow food and hygiene instructions carefully.
When to call your clinic
Contact your clinic if you develop persistent fever, worsening pain, unusual nose bleeding, increasing swelling, or symptoms that feel abnormal.