Sinus Lift Surgery in Camarillo
When the bone in your upper back jaw is too thin to hold a dental implant, a sinus lift can create the foundation an implant needs. Many Camarillo patients who have lost upper molars or premolars find this out during an implant consultation. Rather than ruling out implants, we look at whether adding bone beneath the sinus can make them possible. At 805 Dentistry, we plan and perform sinus lift surgery as part of our implant care, so you can move from evaluation to tooth replacement with one team.
A sinus lift, also called sinus augmentation, adds bone to the upper jaw in the area of the premolars and molars. Your maxillary sinuses sit just above these teeth. After a tooth is lost, the jawbone in that spot can thin over time, and the sinus can sit closer to the gum line. That leaves too little height for an implant to anchor securely.
During the procedure, we gently lift the sinus membrane upward and place bone grafting material in the space beneath it. Over the following months, that graft becomes part of your jaw and gives us the height we need to place an implant. For patients across Camarillo and the rest of Ventura County, this step often makes a fixed, natural-feeling replacement possible where it otherwise wouldn't be.
Sinus lifts help patients in a range of situations. Some lost an upper back tooth years ago, and the bone has thinned since. Others have had gum disease that affected the supporting bone. Some patients simply have a naturally larger sinus or thinner bone in that area. The common thread is wanting an implant in the upper back jaw without enough bone to support it.
We decide candidacy with a careful exam and CBCT imaging, which gives us a 3D view of your sinus, bone height, and nearby anatomy. Our board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist can interpret these scans, and our board-certified periodontist places dental implants and performs regenerative procedures. That combination lets us tell you clearly whether a sinus lift fits your plan. It also shows whether another approach to tooth replacement might suit you better.
What happens during sinus lift surgery?
The surgery adds bone under your sinus in a single office visit, after imaging and planning are complete. We review your CBCT scan with you first, explain where the graft will go, and talk through your sedation options before scheduling.
Here is what you can generally expect:
- A consultation and 3D imaging to measure bone height and map your sinus
- A choice of comfort options, including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, or general anesthesia
- Placement of bone graft material beneath the gently lifted sinus membrane
- A healing period while the graft integrates with your jaw
- Implant placement once the bone is ready, followed by your final restoration
Our board-certified dental anesthesiologist is on staff, which matters if dental anxiety has kept you from treatment. Because we have an on-site dental lab, we can also coordinate your eventual crown or implant-supported restoration within our own office.
How do I care for myself after a sinus lift?
Recovery focuses on protecting the graft while it heals, and we give you written instructions before you leave. Guidance often includes avoiding forceful nose blowing, sneezing with your mouth open, and using straws for a period. We may also recommend soft foods and keeping the area clean as directed.
We schedule follow-up visits so we can check healing and answer questions along the way. If something doesn't feel right, call us. We offer emergency dental appointments, so Camarillo patients aren't left wondering what to do between visits. Once your graft has matured, we'll confirm it's ready on imaging before moving forward with your implant.
How can I pay for a sinus lift?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans and welcome self-pay patients, and financing is available. Coverage for sinus lifts and bone grafting varies by plan. Our team can help you understand your benefits before treatment begins, so there are no surprises.
We'll walk you through the full plan, including the sinus lift, implant, and final restoration, so you can see how each phase fits your budget. Financing can make it easier to spread costs over time, especially for patients replacing more than one tooth or considering options like implant-supported bridges or full-arch implants.
Why do Camarillo patients choose our office for a sinus lift?
Camarillo patients choose us because they can get imaging, surgery, sedation, implants, and restorations under one roof. Led by Dr. Dar Radfar, DDS, our Thousand Oaks practice serves families throughout Camarillo, Oxnard, Ventura, Moorpark, and the surrounding communities. We see ourselves as a one-stop shop for the whole family's dental care.
That means fewer handoffs between offices and a team that already knows your history. Once your implant is in place, we can also continue with cleanings, exams, and implant maintenance. If you've been told you don't have enough bone for an upper implant, contact our office to schedule a consultation and find out whether a sinus lift is the right next step.