Tooth loss can detract from your daily quality of life in multiple ways. For instance, you might feel self-conscious about the changes in your looks, experience altered speech patterns, or develop gastrointestinal issues from struggling to bite and chew.

Your dentist can replace your missing teeth with dental implants, the only surgically embedded restorations in your jawbone for added strength and resilience. However, many patients are surprised to learn they need to undergo a sinus lift first. Continue reading to learn more about why this is sometimes required!