Resorption of augmentation materials used in sinus lift operation

Abstract

In certain case conditions in oral cavity for introducing dental implants should be prepared before the operation. In lateral section of upper jaw the augmenting sinus lift procedure is almost an indispensable part of implantological therapy. The aim of this contribution was to verify resorption of augmentation materials used in the sinus lift operation.

Keywords

• sinus lift
• resorption
• augmentation material
• ß-tricalcium phosphate
• deproteinized bovine bone