The procedure involves the surgical closure of an opening connecting the sinus with the oral cavity. A dental surgeon<\/a> removes inflamed tissues and repositions nearby mucous membrane or a gingival flap to precisely seal the communication site. The entire procedure is performed under local anesthesia and typically lasts several tens of minutes. <\/p>\n After the removal of upper teeth, when sinus perforation occurred during the procedure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n When the patient notices air, liquids, or food entering the nose<\/p>\n<\/li>\n In cases of chronic sinus infections following extraction<\/p>\n<\/li>\n When preparation for implant procedures in the sinus area is necessary<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n An untreated oro-antral communication can lead to chronic maxillary sinusitis, recurrent infections, and significant difficulties in daily functioning. Early surgical intervention helps to avoid complications and shortens recovery time. <\/p>\n Safe closure of an undesirable communication between the oral cavity and the maxillary sinus<\/strong><\/p>\n Oro-antral communication is a complication that can occur after the extraction of upper molar and premolar teeth. Due to the proximity of the maxillary sinus, an opening communicating the oral cavity with the sinus sometimes forms after a tooth extraction. Such a condition requires prompt surgical treatment \u2013 otherwise, chronic sinusitis, infections, and further complications may occur. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/h4>\n
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