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Maxillary sinus septa: a cadaveric study.

Gabriele Rosano¹, Silvio Taschieri, Jean-François Gaudy

¹Department of Oral Surgery, IRCCS Galeazzi Orthopaedic Institute, Milan, Italy. gabrielerosano@interfree.it

Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery : Official Journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

|March 17, 2010

Summary

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Maxillary sinus septa occur in 33.3% of individuals, typically on the anterior-lateral wall. Understanding these bony variations is crucial for safe sinus-lift procedures.

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Area of Science:

Anatomy
Oral Surgery
Radiology

Background:

Maxillary sinus anatomy is critical for dental implantology.
Anatomical variations, such as septa, can complicate sinus-lift procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the incidence, location, and height of maxillary antral septa.
To provide anatomical data for safer sinus-lift surgeries.

Main Methods:

Analysis of 60 sinuses from 30 human cadavers (age 59-90).
Identification and measurement of septa ≥ 3.0 mm in height.

Main Results:

33.3% incidence of incomplete septa (20/60 sinuses).
Septa located on the anterior-lateral wall, sagittal or transversal.
Mean septa height 8.72 mm; 40% of maxillas had septa partially dividing the sinus.

Conclusions:

Knowledge of maxillary sinus anatomy and variations is essential.
Accurate anatomical understanding aids in preventing surgical complications.