Abstract
After extraction of 20 maxillary molar teeth, inter-radicular bone was intruded onto the sinus floor. Sinus perforation was occluded with oxidized cellulose. After 4 months of healing, implants were placed and later restored successfully. The technique increased vertical dimension about 4 mm on average and allowed placement of longer endosseous implants.
MeSH terms
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Alveolar Ridge Augmentation / methods
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Cellulose, Oxidized / therapeutic use
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Dental Implants, Single-Tooth
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Follow-Up Studies
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Hemostatics / therapeutic use
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Humans
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Maxilla / surgery*
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Maxillary Sinus / surgery*
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Molar / surgery*
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Osseointegration / physiology
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Osteotomy / instrumentation
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Osteotomy / methods*
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Tooth Extraction / methods*
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Tooth Socket / surgery*
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Wound Healing / physiology
Substances
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Cellulose, Oxidized
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Hemostatics