Sinus Lift Surgery in Pasadena, CA

What Is a Sinus Lift?

A sinus lift is a specialized surgical procedure that raises the floor of the maxillary sinus and creates space for a bone graft in the upper back jaw. It’s typically recommended when:

• You’ve lost upper back teeth and experienced bone resorption
  
• Your sinus cavity is naturally low or large
  
• A previous tooth extraction site has shrunken bone volume
  
• You’re planning for dental implants in the posterior maxilla
  

By adding bone below the sinus membrane, we can create enough vertical bone height to securely anchor dental implants, ensuring long-term stability and success.

Why Would I Need a Sinus Lift?

To place an implant, we need a minimum amount of dense, healthy bone. In the upper molar region, the bone is often thinner, and the sinus may have expanded into the space once occupied by your tooth root.

A sinus lift makes implant placement possible by:

• Increasing bone height in the back upper jaw
  
• Reducing the risk of sinus complications after implant surgery
  
• Improving implant longevity and integration
  
• Avoiding unnecessary delays or implant failure
  

At Angha Perio, Dr. Sarvenaz Angha will assess your needs using detailed 3D imaging to determine whether sinus augmentation is the right step for your treatment plan.

What to Expect from the Procedure

Sinus lift surgery is typically performed under local anesthesia, and for your comfort, we offer oral conscious sedation for a relaxed, stress-free experience.

Here’s how it works:

1. A small window is created in the side of the upper jawbone
   
2. The sinus membrane is carefully lifted
   
3. A biocompatible bone graft material is placed beneath the lifted membrane
   
4. The area is closed and allowed to heal over several months
   
5. Once the graft has integrated, dental implants can be placed securely
   

In select cases, implants can be placed at the same time as the sinus lift, depending on the amount of bone present.

Supporting Your Healing

Your healing journey is closely monitored with follow-ups and supportive care. For optimal recovery, we may recommend nutritional counselling to support bone regeneration and inflammation control.

Sinus lifts are commonly paired with ridge augmentation or All-on-4 for patients pursuing full-arch restoration.

Why Choose Angha Perio?

As a board-certified periodontist, Dr. Angha brings over a decade of experience in complex implant site development, including sinus lift procedures. Patients from Pasadena, South Pasadena, San Marino, Arcadia, Glendale, La Canada, La Crescenta, Eagle Rock, and surrounding areas choose Angha Perio for:

• Advanced diagnostics and precise surgical planning
  
• Gentle techniques performed in a calm, boutique-style setting
• Full integration with your implant and restorative plan
  
• Education, transparency, and personalized care at every step
  

We coordinate closely with your referring dentist—or help you find a trusted restorative partner—to ensure beautiful, long-lasting outcomes.