Osteotome sinus floor elevation and simultaneous, non-submerged implant placement: Case report and literature review

The osteotome sinus floor elevation is a conservative technique for sinus elevation and immediate implant placement. The purpose of this report is to present a case using the sinus floor elevation technique for placement of a non-submerged implant with 12 months follow-up after permanent restoration and to review the literature regarding sinus floor elevation. The osteotome sinus floor elevation technique may be used successfully for the placement of non-submerged implants. It allows for shorter post-treatment waiting times and provides a less invasive approach compared to 1- or 2-step antrostomy procedures.