Dental Surgery
Open Sinus Lift
Lateral window sinus elevation to create bone height for upper jaw implants
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Medical References
- [1]International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2023). Guided bone regeneration techniques achieve successful implant placement in 95% of cases with severe bone deficiency, eliminating the need for iliac crest grafts. doi:10.1016/j.ijom.2023.02.008
What is Open Sinus Lift?
An open sinus lift (lateral window technique) is a surgical procedure that elevates the sinus membrane from the inside of the upper jaw and places bone graft material beneath it, creating sufficient bone height for dental implant placement in the posterior upper jaw. When natural bone below the sinus is too thin for implants, this well-established technique predictably regenerates the needed volume. MedProper Istanbul's oral surgeons perform open sinus lifts routinely with high success rates.
How Does Open Sinus Lift Work?
- 1A CBCT scan measures the available bone height below the maxillary sinus and plans the graft volume required.
- 2Under local anaesthesia, a window is carefully created in the lateral wall of the upper jawbone.
- 3The sinus membrane (Schneiderian membrane) is gently elevated and lifted upward, creating a space.
- 4Bone graft material is packed into the space between the jaw and the elevated membrane.
- 5The window is covered with a membrane, and the gum is sutured closed. Healing takes 6-9 months before implant placement.
Who is a Good Candidate for Open Sinus Lift?
- Patients needing upper jaw implants in the premolar or molar region with less than 5 mm of bone height below the sinus
- Individuals who lost upper teeth long ago and experienced significant bone resorption
- Those requiring substantial bone volume gain (5+ mm) that a closed sinus lift cannot achieve
- Patients planning multiple posterior upper jaw implants
Why Choose Open Sinus Lift at MedProper?
Enables Upper Jaw Implants
Open sinus lift creates the bone volume needed for secure implant placement in the posterior upper jaw where bone is naturally thin.
Large Volume Gain
This technique can add 8-12 mm of bone height, accommodating even standard-length implants.
High Success Rate
Open sinus lift has a success rate exceeding 95% in published literature, making it one of the most predictable bone augmentation procedures.
Transparent Pricing
At EUR 300 per sinus at MedProper, this complex procedure is available at a fraction of Western European costs.
What is the Recovery Timeline?
Days 1-3
Post-Surgical Care
Expect cheek swelling and mild discomfort. Do not blow your nose for 2 weeks. Sneeze with your mouth open. Sleep with head elevated.
Weeks 1-2
Soft Tissue Healing
Stitches dissolve or are removed. Swelling subsides. Avoid strenuous exercise and air travel for 1-2 weeks after surgery.
Months 6-9
Bone Maturation
The graft matures into solid bone. A follow-up CBCT confirms sufficient volume and density for implant placement.
Quick Facts
Duration
45-90 minutes per sinus
Hospital Stay
Outpatient clinic
Recovery
1-2 weeks initial; 6-9 months graft maturation
Permanence
Permanent
Anaesthesia
Local (sedation available)
Results Visible
6-9 months (by scan)
Frequently Asked Questions
A closed sinus lift is a simpler procedure done through the implant socket, suitable when only 2-3 mm of additional bone is needed. An open sinus lift uses a lateral window to access the sinus, allowing much larger volume gains (5-12 mm) for cases with severe bone deficiency.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia and is painless during surgery. Post-operative discomfort is moderate, similar to a wisdom tooth extraction, and is managed well with prescribed medication.
If there is at least 4-5 mm of existing bone for initial implant stability, simultaneous sinus lift and implant placement may be possible. Otherwise, the graft must heal first and implants are placed in a second procedure.
The main risk is perforation of the sinus membrane (occurs in about 10-25% of cases), which is usually repaired during surgery. Infection and graft failure are rare. Following post-operative instructions (no nose blowing, no smoking) significantly reduces risks.
Typically two trips: the first for the sinus lift (3-5 days), the second for implant placement 6-9 months later (2-3 days). If implants are placed simultaneously, only one additional trip for the final crowns is needed.
Last medically reviewed: April 2026
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