Closure of large perforation of sinus membrane using pedicled buccal fat pad graft: a case report

Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2008 Nov-Dec;23(6):1139-42.

Abstract

Although the sinus lift procedure is relatively safe, it does pose some potential problems. The most prevalent intraoperative complication is perforation of sinus membrane. Various techniques and materials have been developed for the repair of the perforated sinus membrane. In this case, pedicled buccal fat pad (BFP) was used for the closure of the large perforation on the sinus membrane and dental implants were placed simultaneously. No serious infections have occurred, and clinical and radiographic findings at the 1-year follow-up were adequate.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adipose Tissue / transplantation*
  • Alveolar Bone Loss / surgery
  • Alveolar Ridge Augmentation / adverse effects*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Intraoperative Complications / surgery*
  • Male
  • Maxilla / surgery
  • Maxillary Sinus / injuries*
  • Maxillary Sinus / surgery
  • Middle Aged
  • Respiratory Mucosa / injuries*
  • Respiratory Mucosa / surgery
  • Treatment Outcome