Sinus Lift First: Safer Route to Complex Implants

Posterior maxilla problems?Learn why mastering the sinus lift—both the lateral window and osseodensification (Versah) approaches—is the safest route to predictable implant and full-arch success.This video covers when to choose each technique, CBCT planning, graft materials, and complication prevention.Essential viewing for dentists who want to progress from single implants to advanced reconstructive cases safely and confidently.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro – Why sinus lift first
0:45 Surgical logic and biology
2:00 CBCT planning and decision rules
4:00 Lateral window step-by-step
6:00 Versah osseodensification protocols
7:30 Graft biology and biomaterials
8:30 Complications and prevention
9:30 Post-op protocols
10:15 From sinus to full-arch
11:00 Conclusion
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