Introduction The maxillary sinus (Sinus maxillaris) is the largest paranasal sinus in pairs. It is of very variable shape and size. The floor of the maxillary sinus often shows protrusions, which are caused by the roots of the small and large posterior teeth. The maxillary sinus is air-filled and lined with ciliated epithelium. There is … Maxillary sinus
Function of the maxillary sinus The maxillary sinus is one of the pneumatical spaces of the human body. Pneumatization spaces are bone cavities filled with air. They are usually covered with mucous membrane, but the exact function is not yet fully understood. It is assumed that these cavities serve, among other things, to save weight. … Function of the maxillary sinus | Maxillary sinus
Symptoms of sinusitis A distinction is made between acute and chronic sinusitis. An acute inflammation of the maxillary sinus causes severe pain and discharge from the corresponding nasal cavity. The secretions are either mucous or purulent, depending on the cause and severity of the infection. An increased body temperature must also be measured. In case … Symptoms of sinusitis | Maxillary sinus
Prognosis The healing of an inflamed maxillary sinus is very good thanks to the therapy with antibiotics or surgical treatment. The expansion of the maxillary sinus is sometimes an obstacle for the insertion of an implant in the posterior tooth region if there is not enough bone material available. This is the case if the … Prognosis | Maxillary sinus