Paradigm Shift in the Management of the Atrophic Posterior Maxilla

Figure 3

New concept for the management of the posterior maxilla using 8 mm tapered implants. The use of OSFE in patients with a maxillary RBH > 2 mm is facilitated by placing tapered implants with a reduced thread pitch. The lateral sinus-lift procedure, with delayed implant placement, is indicated when primary stability cannot be reached with OSFE and when a large amount of bone gain is required.