Post Operative Instructions for Sinus Lift

Post Operative Instructions for Sinus Lift

The whole process helps rebuild the bone in the back part of the upper jaw. The whole process is important as it allows the dentist to place the implants now, as it was not possible before due to bone loss or an enlarged sinus.

The bone that will be used for grafting can have a mixture of multiple sources. It can be artificial bone, freeze-dried bone, or sometimes your own bone as well. You may have 2 healing areas if your bone is used. One where the bone was taken from and one where it was placed.

Alert: Do not blow your nose or pinch it to stop a sneeze for at least 4 weeks (or longer if your doctor advises). You can sniff gently, but avoid forceful nose blowing.

Avoid the following:

• ● Don’t pinch your nose or stop yourself from sneezing.
• ● Avoid sneezing when the mouth is open
• ● Avoid straws and spitting.
• ● Anything that will put pressure on the sinuses. It can include activities like riding a bike fast without a helmet, SCUBA diving, or flying from an aircraft and furthermore, lifting heavy objects, blowing balloons, and playing instruments. These can affect healing.
● Avoid smoking at all, but if nessary, use nicotine patches.

You can use OTC medicines like Decongestants like Drixoral®, Dimetapp®, or Sudafed® to relieve pressure from the sinuses. If we have prescribed antibiotics, take them as directed.