Maggok Dental_4. Essential Check Before Upper Jaw Implants! Sinus Lift Cost

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Solid from the basics! This is Seoul Dia Dental Clinic in Magok, Seoul.

Last time, we talked about the lateral approach for sinus lift surgery.

If you’re thinking, “Hmm… my memory is a little hazy,”

click the link below and briefly review Part 3 first,

and today’s content will be much easier to follow.

A question that never gets left out in sinus lift consultations!

That’s the cost.

However, there isn’t a fixed price list like a “flat-rate system.”

That’s because each patient’s situation is different, and those differences are directly reflected in the cost.

Now, let’s take a closer look at sinus lift costs with Magok Station Dia Dental Clinic.

What is the average cost of a sinus lift?

In general, sinus lift costs are non-covered, non-insurance treatments,

and are determined within a fairly wide range, from the low 1 million KRW range to the high 3 million KRW range.

Of course, the implant cost is separate.

If you’re wondering, “Why is there such a big difference for the same surgery?”

I’ll summarize the reasons into four points.

1. Differences in the surgical method

Magok Station Dental Clinic_crestal approach VS lateral approach

Sinus lift surgery also has a “simple version” and a “major construction version.”

The crestal approach gently pushes up the upper bone,

so the scope is smaller and the level of difficulty is relatively lower.

That’s why it is comparatively less expensive.

On the other hand, the lateral approach is used when the bone is too thin (4 mm or less),

or when the structure is complex and needs to be viewed more broadly.

A larger field of view is needed, and more bone graft material is used.

As a result, the surgery takes longer, so the cost inevitably rises.

2. Type and amount of bone graft material

Magok Dental_Bone graft material

If there isn’t enough bone, it needs to be filled in, and that is the “graft material.”

This graft material comes in various types, including the following:

• Synthetic bone (bone material made in a factory)

• Allograft (bone material obtained from humans)

• Xenograft (bone material obtained from animals)

• Autograft (bone taken from the patient’s own body)

Just as a house that only needs a few bricks repaired and a house that needs an entirely new fence cannot have the same construction cost,

the unit price differs depending on the type of material, and the price changes depending on how much is used.

3. Whether implant placement is performed at the same time

Magok Dental_Simultaneous implant placement

If the implant is placed immediately after sinus lift and bone grafting,

one anesthesia session and one surgery are enough.

This can reduce some of the cost.

However, if the bone condition is very poor,

the bone must be raised first, and the implant placed several months later.

Then the number of visits and the total treatment period increase, so naturally the cost also rises.

4. The medical team’s experience and the level of equipment

Magok Dental_3D CT

The medical team’s experience and equipment—these are actually the most important factors.

With precise diagnosis using 3D CT and surgery performed safely based on extensive experience,

the chance of failure is greatly reduced.

Even if it seems like, “This clinic is a bit expensive,”

if it ends successfully in one attempt without reoperation, the total cost is ultimately lower.

On the other hand, if you choose a place because it seems inexpensive at first,

but unexpected complications occur and surgery has to be done again...

then both time and money will inevitably be wasted.

So, how should we summarize sinus lift costs?

1. Surgical method: cost increases as scope and difficulty increase

2. Material and amount: varies depending on the type and amount of graft material used

3. Whether it is done at the same time: less expensive when combined, additional cost when done separately

4. Experience and equipment: lower failure rate = lower reoperation cost

In other words, sinus lift cost is not simply about “how much,”

but first about planning according to the condition of your bone and your situation.

Magok Dental Dia Clinic Precise Diagnosis

Seoul Dia Dental Clinic near Magok Station

aims for a successful result from the very beginning,

through precise diagnosis based on 3D CT, customized plans for each patient,

and meticulous procedures performed by a medical team with extensive experience.

If you’re wondering whether you may need a sinus lift,

or whether another method would be more suitable,

please start with a diagnosis at Seoul Dia Dental Clinic near Magok Station.

[ This post was written in accordance with the Medical Service Act for the purpose of providing accurate information about dental surgery and procedures. Infection and side effects may occur after surgery, so you should decide on surgery (procedure) after sufficient consultation with a skilled medical team. ]

[ Magok Station Dia Dental Clinic Sinus Lift Series ]

1. Sinus lift indications

2. Sinus lift method (crestal approach)

3. Sinus lift method (lateral approach)

4. Sinus lift cost�a0

5. Precautions after sinus lift