Top 5 Dental Clinics in Ho Chi Minh City for Sinus Augmentation

Why is Sinus Augmentation Needed?

Several factors can lead to insufficient bone in the upper posterior jaw:

• Natural anatomy: Some patients have naturally large maxillary sinuses or thin sinus floors
• Tooth loss: After upper molars are extracted, the bone resorbs and the sinus expands downward
• Periodontal disease: Long-term gum disease destroys the bone supporting upper teeth
• Aging: Bone density and volume naturally decrease over time

Without adequate bone height (typically at least 8-10mm is needed), dental implants cannot achieve the stability required for long-term success. Sinus augmentation solves this problem by rebuilding the bone to a sufficient height and density.

Sinus augmentation is one of the most technique-sensitive procedures in implant dentistry. It demands a surgeon who understands the delicate anatomy of the maxillary sinus, the Schneiderian membrane, and the surrounding vascular structures. At Picasso Dental Clinic Ho Chi Minh City, the oral surgery team has extensive experience performing both closed and open sinus lift procedures as part of comprehensive implant treatments.

Since opening in 2013, Picasso Dental's surgeons have managed thousands of implant cases, many of which required sinus augmentation to achieve optimal outcomes. This breadth of experience means they have encountered — and successfully navigated — a wide range of anatomical variations and clinical challenges.

Team Credentials Include:

• Advanced training in oral surgery and implantology from international academies
• Specialized coursework in sinus lift techniques and bone regeneration
• International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) membership
• Hands-on training with Nobel Biocare and Straumann surgical protocols
• Ongoing continuing education in guided bone regeneration (GBR)

Picasso Dental Clinic offers both major sinus augmentation techniques, selecting the most appropriate approach based on each patient's unique anatomy and treatment goals.

Closed Sinus Lift (Osteotome Technique): The surgeon approaches the sinus floor through the implant site, gently tapping the bone upward with specialized osteotome instruments to elevate the sinus membrane. Bone graft material is placed beneath the lifted membrane. This is less invasive and allows the implant to be placed in the same surgery.

Open Sinus Lift (Lateral Window Technique): A small window is created in the lateral wall of the maxillary sinus. The sinus membrane is carefully elevated, and bone graft material is packed into the space created. This approach allows for significantly more bone augmentation and is necessary when bone height is severely deficient.

Accurate diagnostic imaging is the foundation of safe, predictable sinus augmentation. Picasso Dental Clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art 3D Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) scanners that provide detailed three-dimensional views of the maxillary sinus and surrounding structures.

The 3D CBCT scan enables your surgeon to:

• Measure exact bone height: Determine precisely how much augmentation is needed
• Identify sinus septa: Bony walls within the sinus that require modified surgical technique
• Detect sinus pathology: Identify cysts, polyps, or infections that must be addressed first
• Assess membrane thickness: Predict risk of perforation and plan accordingly
• Map blood vessel positions: Avoid the posterior superior alveolar artery
• Plan implant positioning: Determine optimal implant angle and depth

This comprehensive pre-surgical analysis, combined with Picasso Dental's strict infection control protocols, ensures every sinus augmentation procedure is performed with maximum precision and safety.

The quality of bone graft material directly impacts the success of sinus augmentation. Picasso Dental Clinic uses only internationally recognized, premium-grade biomaterials — the same products used in top clinics across Europe, Australia, and North America.

Bone Graft Materials Available

Barrier Membranes

Platelet Concentrates

Sinus augmentation at Picasso Dental Clinic costs a fraction of what you would pay in Australia, the United States, or Canada — while using the exact same materials and techniques. The savings reflect Vietnam's lower overhead and operating costs, not any compromise in quality.

Many international patients combine their sinus augmentation with dental implant placement during the same trip, maximizing both time efficiency and cost savings. Even after accounting for flights and accommodation, most patients save thousands of dollars compared to home country prices.

For a detailed breakdown of all dental treatment costs, visit the Picasso Dental pricing page.