Hands-On Workshop: “Augma Lift™” – An innovative, safe and most effective technique for intra crestal lift sinus approach – 28, September 2024

Workshop Description

The sinus lift procedure is relatively complex and presents a considerable challenge for many clinicians. When the residual ridge height is below 4 millimeters beneath the sinus floor, a sinus lift becomes necessary, typically using a lateral window approach. However, this approach has its drawbacks, being more invasive and carrying complications such as sinus membrane tearing and infections.

Conversely, if the residual ridge height is above 4 millimeters below the sinus floor, a crestal approach can be employed for the sinus lift. This method is less invasive, resulting in fewer infections and complications. Nevertheless, clinicians can’t guarantee that the sinus membrane won’t tear during the procedure, potentially necessitating a pause in the procedure and a wait of several months before a repeat operation.

The Augma Lift™ offers a breakthrough solution, combining unique tools and techniques that completely eliminates the need for the lateral sinus lifting approach, even in extreme cases. This procedure is simple, efficient, and safe. The lecture will delve into the rationale behind the tools, methods, and working protocol, making it accessible for both novices and experienced clinicians to enjoy the benefits of the technique and perform various sinus lift cases with ease, safety, and minimal complications.

Learning Objectives

• Understanding the structure of the maxillary sinus.
• Planning the placement of implants in the sinus.
• Familiarity with the Augma lift method, including its techniques and tools, and comprehension of the rationale behind the method.
• The capability to execute a crestal sinus lift in any situation, employing a simple, effective, and safe approach suitable for every clinician.

Hands-On

• Sinus lift protocols using Augma Lift™ kits
• Sinus lift protocols with Bond Apatite
• Hands-on experience with models
• Sinus lift augmentation and implant placement using models