An alternative maxillary sinus lift technique - sinu lift system

Area of Science:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Regenerative Dentistry

Background:

• Maxillary sinus augmentation is crucial for dental implant success in atrophic posterior maxilla.
• Minimally invasive techniques aim to improve outcomes and reduce morbidity.

Purpose of the Study:

• Evaluate clinical and radiological outcomes of the Sinu lift system for sinus floor elevation.
• Assess postoperative morbidity associated with this minimally invasive technique.

Main Methods:

• Transcrestal sinus lift using the Sinu lift system in ten patients.
• Bone augmentation with beta-tricalcium phosphate and platelet-rich plasma.
• Radiological assessment (CT, OPG) at baseline and six months; two-year implant follow-up.

Main Results:

• Significant increase in bone height from 5.80mm to 10.20mm at six months (p=0.005).
• Successful dental implant placement in augmented sites.
• No intraoperative or postoperative complications observed.

Conclusions:

• The Sinu lift system demonstrates high procedural success in sinus floor elevation.
• This minimally invasive technique is a potential alternative to conventional methods.
• The procedure shows promising results for posterior maxillary bone augmentation.