- General Dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
- Dental Crowns
- Dentures
- Family Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentist
- Cosmetic Bonding
- Cosmetic Veneers
- Zoom! Whitening
- Sedation Dentist
- Nitrous Oxide
- IV Sedation Dentist
- Dental Implants
- Dental Implant Services
- Implant-Supported Dentures
- Periodontal Treatments
- Scaling and Root
- Pocket Reduction
- Emergency Dentist
- Knocked Out Tooth
- Oral Surgery
- Bone Grafting
- Dental Technology
- Laser Resurfacing
- Vein Treatments
- Lip Enhancement
Our implant services include:
Sinus Lift Augmentation:
Often, the sinuses enlarge following the loss of the upper back teeth. This enlargement can make it difficult to place dental implants in the upper back areas of the mouth. Since the sinus is an air-filled space, dental implants require solid bone to support them. A sinus lift, also known as a sinus augmentation or sinus graft, is a surgical procedure designed to address this issue. It restores the sinus cavity to its original size and replaces the lost bone through a process known as dental bone grafting. By adding new bone to the sinus area, this procedure creates a strong foundation for successful dental implant placement.
During a sinus lift, oral surgeons carefully add bone graft material to the sinus floor. This new bone can come from the patient, a donor, or synthetic materials. The aim is to prepare the area for future dental implants by ensuring the bone is dense and stable enough to support them.
A sinus lift is an essential step for patients in Clearwater, FL, who may lack sufficient bone to support dental implants due to the loss of upper back teeth. Without the procedure, placing implants in the upper molar or premolar regions could lead to complications or implant failure. By undergoing a dental bone graft as part of the sinus lift procedure, patients can restore functionality and achieve a healthier, more stable smile.
Autogenous Bone Grafting: Occasionally, the ideal areas for dental implants do not have sufficient bone quantity to support the implants. In these cases, it is often necessary to “borrow” bone from another area of your mouth and graft it into the deficient area. Often, the area of choice is from the chin or in the back of the jaw where your wisdom teeth used to be.
Implant Site Development: When a tooth needs to be removed due to infection, it is not uncommon to have lost bone around the infected tooth. In these cases, various types of bone grafting can be done at the same time the tooth is removed to facilitate the placement of a dental implant at a later date.
Computer-Enhanced Treatment Planning: We have special software on our computer that allows us to evaluate your dental CT scan in three dimensions for bone quality, bone quantity, and bone location, enabling the best possible placement of your dental implants. This also allows us to ensure an ideal restorative result where your dental implants are concerned.
Implant Maintenance: Once your dental implant restoration is completed, it is important to keep the area clean and infection-free. Dental implants can accumulate plaque and tartar just as teeth can. Whether you have just one tooth replaced by an implant or several, a professional cleaning schedule will be necessary to keep your implants healthy. The time interval for these professional cleanings will be determined by your individual needs.
If you need a sinus lift or other dental bone grafting procedures, Clearwater FL Dentistry provides expert care and advanced techniques to meet your unique needs. Our experienced team carefully guides patients through the entire process, from consultation to recovery, ensuring optimal outcomes for your dental implant placement.