A Less-Invasive Window Design for Lateral Wall Maxillary Sinus Augmentation for Single Implants.

Abstract

Maxillary sinus window design is an important factor in sinus augmentation procedures, playing a key role in managing maxillary sinus elevation complications, avoiding the sinus septum, and providing lateral support for the graft material. A less-invasive window design in comparison to conventional maxillary sinus windows was introduced with an "I"-shaped window for single implant placement. However, drawbacks of this window design have included limited instrument accessibility to the anterior sinus and incomplete membrane elevation. The purpose of this case report is to demonstrate a step-by-step surgical procedure for lateral wall maxillary sinus augmentation with a novel "J"-shaped window design for single implants.