When people lose teeth in the back of the upper jaw, there often is not enough bone left to place dental implants. To fix this, a procedure called sinus augmentation is used to build-up bone in that area. Traditionally, this can be difficult due to limited visibility and a higher risk of complications. This review looked at how using an operating microscope during sinus augmentation can improve the process. The microscope gives dentists a clearer view, allowing for smaller operation area and more careful handling of the sinus membrane, which may lower the risk of tearing and other complications. It can be used with different techniques and also helps improve the dentist's working posture. Early findings suggest that microscope-assisted procedures may lead to fewer complications and better outcomes for both patients and clinicians. However, current evidence comes mostly from small studies with short follow-ups. More rigorous research is needed to confirm whether this approach is truly better than traditional methods.
Sun et al. (Sun,) studied this question.