Late Maxillary Sinus Graft Infections Due to Peri-implantitis: Case Reports with Histologic Analysis

Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2021 Nov-Dec;41(6):903-910. doi: 10.11607/prd.4558.

Abstract

Maxillary sinus grafting is generally a safe procedure. However, intraoperative complications, as well as early and late postoperative complications, may occur. Included in the latter group are graft infections that can be triggered by peri-implantitis. The aim of the present study was to report three cases of late maxillary sinus graft infections and to histologically evaluate the effects of peri-implantitis in the grafted area. In peri-implantitis cases in grafted sinuses, the sole removal of the implant along with accompanying debridement of the infected area may not be sufficient to resolve the infection, and a more-aggressive treatment may be necessary.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Dental Implants* / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Maxillary Sinus / diagnostic imaging
  • Maxillary Sinus / surgery
  • Maxillary Sinusitis* / diagnostic imaging
  • Maxillary Sinusitis* / etiology
  • Maxillary Sinusitis* / surgery
  • Peri-Implantitis* / etiology
  • Sinus Floor Augmentation* / adverse effects

Substances

  • Dental Implants