I had an external sinus lift bone graft carried out in Spain two months ago in my upper jaw, in preparation for an implant. Graft material, I’m not sure what, in the form of white granules was packed into the cavity drilled into the existing bone, and a dissolvable membrane placed over the top.
I have suffered a dull toothache type pain in the area of the graft ever since.
On a number of occasions I had loose graft particles removed as they were causing some pain.
I have had three courses of antibiotics. Two of penicillin and one of Rhodogil. Only Rhodogil gave some temporary relief.
I am being advised that the graft will probably have to be removed as antibiotics have proved ineffective.
Is there a time limit for removal of graft? Is it a difficult procedure, and could your practice assist, if necessary?
Posts Tagged ‘sinus lift’
Is There a Time Limit for the Removal of a Bone Graft?
Tuesday, April 26th, 2016I Have Suffered With A Sinus-Like Head Cold Ever Since My Sinus Lift Procedure. Will This Go Away?
Wednesday, January 29th, 2014Hello Dr Hughes, I had a sinus uplift procedure 7 weeks ago which was successful. I had the stitches removed after 10 days and everything seems to be healing well. However I have suffered with a sinus-like head cold ever since the procedure, which is not improving after taking over the counter medicines. Is this problem linked to my procedure of just a coincidence? If it is linked, how long do I have to suffer with the symptoms? Am I likely to suffer with this problem for the foreseeable future? I do not usually tend to suffer with sinus related colds. I look forward to your reply. Thank you.
Is my dentist right to be attempting dental implant treatment again after they failed the first time?
Monday, April 2nd, 2012 Good Morning Dr Moore,
I embarked on implant treatment in 2003 and had my last six upper teeth removed and eight implants placed. One failed but I have seven which are fine and firmly sited. However, the bridgework (which took many months to get right, both in look and fit) keeps coming loose and I have had to return several times to get them removed and re-cemented in.
The dentist says this may be happening due to my strong bite (I have to wear a night guard because I grind my teeth). My implants are placed around the front section (which he says is normal and that seven implants should be more than enough to support a full top bridge) however, because they kept coming loose he suggested removing the back teeth from the bridge leaving me with ten teeth. He thought that possibly because the bridge was not supported at the back it was rocking and coming loose?
This option has not worked and the bridge came loose within a few months again. I have now had a scan to see if there is sufficient bone further back to place another implant either side.
After looking at the scan he thinks he could place the implants at an angle just in front of where my sinus cavities are? Personally, I was hoping that they would be able to be placed further back creating a secure hold at the back of the bridge therefore allowing no movement. Apparently this is not an option without bone grafting.
Because I had an extremely traumatic time during my initial procedure (it took fourteen months to get everything right) I am obviously apprehensive about embarking on yet more treatment. He seems very confident that it would solve this problem.
Because of the issues I have experienced and also because we have built up a good relationship over the years he says he will do the work at basically cost price ? but it still means me spending in the region of seven thousand pounds (two implants and new bridgework).
He also admits that the angled implants are a new thing and he has never placed them before but is confident. I am concerned because of the proximity to me sinuses. I feel a little lost as obviously I cannot discuss this with anyone qualified to give me advice and found this site online.
Please could you give me your independent view on things? Do you think what is suggested is the best option and is the price fair?
Thank you for your advice
What are the long term effects of a sinus lift?
Thursday, August 18th, 2011What type of long term effects can/should be expected with a sinus lift? I am looking at getting 6 implants in my top jaw (3 right side & 3 left) & was informed by my dentist today that I would have to have a sinus lift in order to accomplish this. I’m not worried about the surgury itself, but I am concerned if there are any long term affects to my sinus or possibly even tear ducts. I already have seasonal allergies and usually plenty of sinus pressure all year long.
What can I do if I want to check my treatment was carried out correctly?
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011have had 4 implants which involved a sinus lift , iam worried when you look at the 2 in the front you can tell they are false previous i had a maryland bridge which was so good noone could tell .I have spent a fortune on this treatment is there anyway of find out whether the material used is good .I s there any way of check ing if the treatment was carryed out correctly .
I am trying to get as much information I can about sinus correction, bone building and implant treatment. Can you advise?
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010I have been informed that I would need sinus correction and bone build up and the cost has been reported to me at £22,000 for implants and bridges. I have been told that drilling in the jaw is similar to the feeling of a normal filling. I am trying to get as much information as I can before anything is done. Can you advise please.,
Can bone have moved since sinus lift after I sneezed?
Friday, October 22nd, 2010hello, It’s been a week since my sinus lift. I went ot the doctor today and he said everything looked great. As I was driving home I couldn’t stop a sneeze. it was more contained, not violent or as a big as most. I feel some pressure in my sinus now. How would I know if the bone was dislodged ? Thanks!,
Is it possible to have a permament denture with four implants, any idea of the cost?
Thursday, October 7th, 2010i am living in namibia and have just had 5 implants in my bottom jaw ,my dentist has told me that my bone for the uper jaw is to thin ,he wants to place 6 implants in my top jaw ,but i have just read on your website that 2-4 is enough , the area where i have enough bone is in the middle of my jaw away from the sinus ,i would like to point out that at the momment i am toothless and im wearing a full upper denture and im only 36 years old .i will be returning in january to england and would like to have implants with a permanant denture but if a sinus lift is neede then i will have to live with my false teeth ,if it is poosible to have a permanant denture with only 4 implants then i will go ahead with it ,please also can you give me a ball park figure as to what it will cost ,,,thank you in advance,
I am having a lot of pain after my oral surgery. Is this a normal thing?
Monday, September 27th, 2010I had a sinus lift 8 days ago… I am still have severe pain in my inner cheek area with less pain in the surgical area… I went back to the oral surgeon yesterday due to the cheek pain – he deadened my mouth (of course in the cheek area where all my pain is) with shots being so unbearable I was shaking… Long story short he saw no infection or any problems any where? He was very confused as to why I was still in such pain. Like I said the pain is 90% in my inner left cheek. Have u ever heard of this??,
Can I have premolar and molar teeth implants?
Monday, May 10th, 2010Is it possible to have two implants on the premolar and molar teeth because I was told that it may not be possible due to the sinus being near them.,
