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ReviewClinical implant dentistry and related research2024

Collaboration between otolaryngologists and oral surgeons in maxillary sinus elevation planning.

John R Craig, Alberto Maria Saibene, Elena Giulia Felisati, Giovanni Felisati

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Review in Clinical implant dentistry and related research, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

3 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.

  1. Pooled it
  2. Retrieval-augmented generative AI enhances clinical reasoning in odontogenic sinusitis versus maxillary sinus mucositis.European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2026
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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors.

John R CraigDepartment of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Henry Ford Health, Detroit, Michigan, USA.
Alberto Maria SaibeneOtolaryngology Unit, Santi Paolo e Carlo Hospital, Department of Health Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy.
Elena Giulia FelisatiDepartment of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy.
Giovanni FelisatiOtolaryngology Unit, Santi Paolo e Carlo Hospital, Department of Health Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe collaboration between otolaryngologists and dental providers is crucial for the planning and execution of maxillary sinus elevation (MSE) procedures, which are integral to successful dental implant placements. PURPOSE: This article examines the essential role of otolaryngological assessments in identifying potential sinonasal risks that could impact the outcomes of MSE. MATERIALS AND

methodsA comprehensive narrative review of existing literature was conducted. DISCUSSION: The review underscores the importance of thorough preoperative evaluations, including patient history, computed tomography (CT) or cone-beam CT (CBCT) scans, and nasal endoscopy, to mitigate sinonasal health risks. It details various clinical scenarios and patient assessments, emphasizing a systematic approach to diagnosing and managing sinonasal conditions proactively. The discussion reveals that while some sinus conditions may not significantly affect MSE success, conditions impacting mucociliary clearance and sinus drainage are critical risk factors requiring otolaryngological intervention. Additionally, the article introduces a grading system to assist clinicians in identifying patients who would benefit from otolaryngological evaluations prior to MSE.

conclusionThis review highlights the value of interdisciplinary collaboration and standardized protocols in enhancing the predictability and safety of MSE procedures, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

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Maxillary SinusOtolaryngologistsSinus Floor AugmentationCone-Beam Computed TomographyHumansOral and Maxillofacial SurgeonsPatient Care Planningimplantmaxillary sinusmaxillary sinus floor elevationsinus lift procedure

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PMID39187918
PMCPMC11660528

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