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Novel approach to the maxillary sinusitis after sinus graft
Sung Ok Hong1, Gyu-Jo Shim2,3, Yong-Dae Kwon2,3
1Department of Dentistry (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery), Catholic Kwandong University, School of Medicine, International St. Mary's Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|July 12, 2017
Summary
A novel technique for maxillary sinus irrigation effectively treats infections caused by dislodged bone graft material, offering a less uncomfortable procedure for patients undergoing sinus elevation and bone grafting.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Dental Implantology
- Sinus Surgery
Background:
- Postoperative maxillary sinusitis can occur after bone graft displacement into the sinus cavity.
- Current drainage and irrigation procedures for infection eradication cause patient discomfort.
Observation:
- A case report details a new surgical and medical treatment regimen for a patient with right maxillary sinusitis.
- The patient had undergone sinus elevation, bone grafting, and implant insertion.
Findings:
- The described irrigation technique achieved successful results in treating the maxillary sinusitis.
- The patient reported less discomfort during the irrigation process, indicating a patient-friendly approach.
Implications:
- This technique offers a comfortable alternative for sinus irrigation in patients with bone graft displacement.
- The method is applicable to maxillary sinusitis from any odontogenic infection, not just post-sinus graft cases.
