Open AccessTreatment Options for Augmentation of the Posterior Maxilla
Author(s) -
Paul A. Fugazzotto
Publication year - 2000
Publication title -
implant dentistry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.538
H-Index - 65
eISSN - 1538-2982
pISSN - 1056-6163
DOI - 10.1097/00008505-200009030-00017
Subject(s) - maxilla , medicine , dentistry , treatment modality , orthodontics , surgery
The uses of conventional sinus augmentation procedures, trephines and osteotomes, with and without concomitant buccal-lingual ridge augmentation are discussed. Indications and contraindications for the application of each therapeutic modality, material selection, and the appropriate timing of implant placement are detailed.