Sinus lift and transantral approach to root fragment removal.
The aim of this case report is to present a case of root fragment removal during planned sinus lift procedure. After failed molar tooth extraction, we chose to retrieve the residual root apex with transantral approach not to damage excessively bone volume. Without changing primary implant rehabilitation purpose, the fragment removal procedure was performed prior to implant placement during necessary sinus lift surgery. Higher visibility of surgical field was achieved. The root fragment residual was removed without an additional surgery appointment avoiding postoperative discomfort. The goal is to underline the importance of being able to change planning during intrasurgical complications. It is most appropriate to operate with safe and simple procedures to reduce surgical discomfort for the patient.
School of Oral Surgery, University of Milan, Via Festa del Perdono 7, 20122 Milano, Italy.
Andrea Enrico
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Borgonovo
Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Istituto Stomatologico Italiano, University of Milan, Via Pace 21, 20122 Milano, Italy.
Federica
F
Rizza
Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Istituto Stomatologico Italiano, University of Milan, Via Pace 21, 20122 Milano, Italy.
Adele
A
Dudaite
Department of Periodontology and Implantology III, Istituto Stomatologico Italiano, Via Pace 21, 20122 Milano, Italy.
Rachele
R
Censi
Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Istituto Stomatologico Italiano, University of Milan, Via Pace 21, 20122 Milano, Italy.
Dino
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Re