Advanced Bone Grafting & Sinus Lift
in Naranpura, Ahmedabad
Building a Strong Foundation for Your Dental Implants
The success of a dental implant depends entirely on the quality and quantity of the jawbone. If you have been missing teeth for a long time, your jawbone may have “resorbed” or thinned, making standard implant placement difficult.
At Sanghvi Face & Dental Hospital, Dr. Darshan Sanghvi specializes in Auxiliary Implant Procedures. Using advanced bone augmentation techniques, we can rebuild your jaw, making dental implants possible for almost every patient in Ahmedabad.
1. Sinus Lift Surgery (Direct & Indirect)
When replacing upper back teeth, the maxillary sinus (an air-filled cavity) is often too close to the jawbone. A Sinus Lift gently moves the sinus membrane upward to create space for new bone and an implant.
- Indirect Sinus Lift (Internal): A minimally invasive technique used when only a small amount of bone height (2–3mm) is needed. This is often done at the same time as the implant placement.
- Direct Sinus Lift (Lateral Window): A more comprehensive procedure for patients with significant bone loss in the upper jaw. Dr. Darshan creates a small “window” in the side of the bone to place a substantial amount of bone graft material.
2. Bone Grafting & Augmentation
Bone Augmentation is the process of “growing” bone in areas where it has shrunk. We use high-quality, biocompatible bone graft materials to restore the height and width of your jaw.
- Socket Preservation: Placing a graft immediately after an extraction to prevent the bone from collapsing.
- Block Bone Grafting: For severe cases, a small block of bone is harvested and secured to the area of deficiency to provide a robust foundation.
- Ridge Split Procedure
If your jawbone is too “narrow” rather than too “short,” a Ridge Split is an elegant surgical solution. Instead of adding bone from the outside, Dr. Darshan carefully expands (splits) the existing bone to create a wider channel, often placing the implants during the same sitting. This technique utilizes your natural bone for faster healing.
- Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR)
We utilize specialized “membranes” to protect the bone graft while it heals. These membranes act as a barrier, ensuring that fast-growing gum tissue doesn’t interfere with the slower-growing bone cells, leading to a much higher success rate for your implants.
When is Sinus Lift Needed?
the upper jawbone is too thin or low due to natural anatomy or bone loss
After tooth loss in the upper molar/premolar region, leading to sinus expansion into the bone area
When implants are planned in the back of the upper jaw, but existing bone height is inadequate
When previous extractions or gum disease have caused bone shrinkage under the sinus floor
Benefits of Sinus Lift Surgery
Creates adequate bone volume for dental implants
Avoids implant failure due to insufficient support
Safe and predictable with high success rates
Enables fixed teeth even in bone-deficient cases
Preserves facial structure and chewing function
Process
CBCT & Treatment Planning
A 3D scan is done to assess sinus location and bone availability
Sinus Membrane Elevation
Under local anesthesia, a small window is made in the bone to gently lift the sinus membrane
Bone Graft Placement
Bone graft material is inserted under the lifted membrane
Healing Time
Healing typically takes 4–6 months for new bone formation
Implant Placement
Once sufficient bone has developed, dental implants are placed in the augmented area
Why Choose a Maxillofacial Surgeon for These Procedures?
Bone biology is complex. As a Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Darshan Sanghvi has an intimate understanding of the facial skeletal structure.
- Precision: Utilizing 3D CBCT scans to plan bone volume down to the millimeter.
- Safety: Expert handling of the sinus membrane to prevent complications like sinusitis.
- Advanced Materials: We use only premium, FDA-approved bone grafts (Bio-Oss, Mineralized Allografts) for predictable results.
FAQs
Surprisingly, no. Bone grafting is performed under the same local anesthesia as the implant. Most patients describe the recovery as very similar to a standard extraction.
Depending on the amount of bone added, we can either place the implants immediately or wait 4 to 6 months for the graft to fully integrate with your natural bone.
Yes. Modern bone graft materials are highly processed to be sterile and biocompatible. They act as a “scaffold,” encouraging your body to grow its own natural bone in its place.
Don't Let Bone Loss Stop Your Smile
- Specialist: Dr. Darshan Sanghvi (Con. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon & Implantologist)
- Location: Sanghvi Face and Dental Hospital, Opp Ankur Bus Stop, Naranpura, Ahmedabad , Gujarat – 13
- Contact: 079 – 27439850, 07990550920, 9824099850
- Book Your Appointment: https://calendar.app.google/ibP7s8QtjL6toUSRA
- Expertise: Sinus Lift | Ridge Splitting | Advanced Bone Augmentation
