Question 355 · LDEK · Implantology and preprosthetic surgery
In which of the following situations, open sinus floor elevation (sinus lift) procedure should not be performed?
- A. previous puncture of the maxillary sinus due to earlier inflammation.
- B. active infection of the maxillary sinus.
- C. presence of bone septa within the sinus.
- D. thickening of the sinus mucosa up to 2 mm.
- E. alveolar process height of approximately 6 mm in CBCT scan.
Hint
Consider which condition must be treated before any graft material is placed beneath the sinus membrane.
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