Perforating dental implants and maxillary sinus pathology

ConclusionsA first large study on the association between maxillary dental implant and sinus pathology. Dental implant perforation is associated with sinus opacification. Considering dental implant diameter, rather than vertical depth of penetration into the sinus, as an important criterion when examining perforated dental implants necessitates a new approach to clinical decision-making.
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research