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Dr. Hannah W. Cozzolino specializes in simple and complex dental restorations, and provides exceptional personalized care. She is most passionate about helping people feel confident in their smile and has spent hundreds of hours in advanced training spanning porcelain and composite veneers, full mouth rehabilitations, clear aligners, Exocad, and digital dentistry to deliver high quality dentistry with the most modern and conservative techniques. Dr. Cozzolino is a compassionate and talented provider who goes above and beyond for each person she treats.
Many Cranford and West Caldwell, NJ area dentists refer patients to Sway Dental & Facial Esthetics for sinus lift surgery because of Dr. Kang’s minimally invasive approach. By improving traditional methods, we shorten recovery, speed treatment, and reduce complications.
A sinus lift, or sinus augmentation, is a minor surgical procedure used when there is bone loss in the upper back jaw and a dental implant is needed. Bone loss from periodontal disease, tooth extraction, or delayed replacement can make implant placement difficult. In the posterior maxilla, the sinus membrane may expand into the area, preventing safe implant placement. A sinus lift carefully repositions this membrane and creates room for new bone, allowing for stable implant placement.
Dr. Kang performs two types of sinus lifts that are precise, regenerative, and often gentler than conventional methods:
The crestal approach accesses the sinus through the implant channel, minimizing invasiveness. Instead of drilling, Dr. Kang uses a magnetic mallet to compress bone, strengthening it without removing tissue. Tiny pulses then gently push the sinus membrane upward, and Bio PRF® gel is applied to support the sinus and stimulate new bone growth. Within months, this space becomes strong, natural bone, while the PRF reduces recovery time and promotes healing.
The lateral method is more invasive, used when there isn’t enough bone for an implant. A small window is made in the side of the maxilla to access the sinus. Bio PRF gel is placed to support the sinus and stimulate bone regeneration. The implant is typically placed in a second appointment after 6–9 months once new bone has formed.
Dr. Kang uses Bio PRF instead of conventional bone graft material to reduce complications. Granular bone grafts can migrate into the sinus, occasionally causing infection, while PRF gel contains only your blood, eliminating this risk. It also provides growth factors that encourage predictable bone formation and faster recovery.
Our sinus lifts are unique because they require no drilling, are minimally invasive, and use Bio PRF for biologic healing support. Patients typically experience less swelling and discomfort, with predictable bone growth that supports stable, long-term dental implants. The approach preserves existing bone, reduces trauma, and focuses on long-term implant success.
If low bone height has made implants seem impossible, a sinus lift may be the solution. Dr. Kang’s techniques prioritize comfort, efficiency, and long-term results. Schedule a consultation to explore sinus lift and implant options in West Caldwell and Cranford, NJ, and move forward with confidence.
