Sinus membrane elevation and implant placement
10.5125/jkaoms.2020.46.4.292
- Author:
Young-Kyun KIM
1
;
Jeong-Kui KU
Author Information
1. Editor-in-Chief of J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg, Seoul, Korea
- Publication Type:EDITOR’s OPINION
- From:Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
2020;46(4):292-298
- CountryRepublic of Korea
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Abstract:
Sinus Schneiderian membrane elevation surgery is widely performed for dental implant placement in the maxillary posterior region. With regard to sinus elevation surgery, various complications can occur and lead to implant failure. For successful implants in the maxillary posterior region, the clinician must be well acquainted with sinus anatomy and pathology, a variety of bone graft materials, the principles of sinus elevation surgery, and prevention and management of complications.
