Dental implants may require a sinus lift procedure for placement

Dental implants are a wonderful option for many of our patients at the Peninsula Dental Implant Center. However, when it comes to placing dental implants in the upper jaw, it is important for the dentist to x-ray the mouth to check for the location of the sinuses. Patients may require an extra procedure known as a sinus lift. What is a sinus lift? A sinus lift is a procedure dedicated to addressing the location of the sinus cavities prior to placing dental implants. The maxillary sinus is sometimes too close to the upper jaw to allow the implants to be … Continue reading