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Which type of dental specialists would be able to diagnose the need, or not, for an upper molar sinus lift?
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OTOHNS or OMFS: An otolaryngologist that specializes in sinus surgery or an oral maxillofacial surgeon should be able to diagnose and discuss the procedure with you.
Answered 8/20/2016
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Sinus lift dentist?: Any dentist trained and who routinely places dental implants should be able to diagnose the need for a sinus lift. Typically they would be a periodontist, oral surgeon or prosthodontist.
Answered 8/20/2016
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General dentist,: Oral surgeon, periodontist, endodontist, prosthodontist are dental specialties that are placing dental implants. These specialists are placing dental implants and have the expertise to diagnose sinus lift procedure according to cone beam ct.
Answered 8/20/2016
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