If you have a missing tooth or teeth, you know how frustrating it can be.
You may be looking into replacement options, but you may be unsure as to which option would be the best for you. One outstanding replacement option that patients often overlook is mini dental implants.
Below is helpful information about what mini dental implants are, the placement process, and some of the advantages of mini dental implants.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are prosthetic replacement options that involve the placement of a metal rod to hold a prosthetic tooth in place. Implants are an excellent choice for patients who are looking for more security and a natural appearance that fits in perfectly with the rest of their smile.
What Are Mini Dental Implants?
Mini dental implants are a smaller implants that are comprised of a single, 3mm screw. The way they are designed makes placement possible for certain patients who can’t otherwise have implants placed due to the condition of their jawbone.
The Advantages of Mini Dental Implants
There are a lot of wonderful advantages to mini dental implants. These include:
- A beautiful appearance: As with traditional dental implants, mini dental implants can be very realistic and add to the beauty of your smile.
- Less invasive: Unlike traditional dental implants, mini implants are a less invasive procedure that is much faster to perform. You can have your implants placed in as little as a single visit!
- Affordability: Mini dental implants are an affordable solution that provide most of the same benefits of traditional dental implants.
- Less jawbone support required: For the placement of a traditional dental implant, you need adequate jawbone density. Mini dental implants can be placed in less supportive jawbones, making them a great alternative to bone grafting.
- Strength: While not as strong as traditional implants, mini dental implants provide better bite strength than other replacement options (like dentures).
What is the Placement Process for Mini Dental Implants?
One of the advantages of mini dental implants is the ease of placement. Mini implants are much less invasive and can often be placed in a single visit. Local anesthesia is used to help ensure the comfort of the patient, and there are no sutures needed after the procedure.
Keeping Your Implant Healthy
It’s important to take proper care of your oral health after the procedure. While the crown may be prosthetic, the gums, surrounding teeth, and jawbone are not. Because of this, it’s important to continue to brush twice a day, floss, and rinse. Also, visit your dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning not only for the implant prosthetic, but for your overall oral health.
Contact Us to Learn More
Are you curious about mini dental implants? If so, contact us today. We’ll set an appointment for an outstanding dentist to take a look at your jawbone and gums to better determine which treatment options are available to meet your tooth replacement needs.
We look forward to speaking with you about the replacement of your missing tooth or teeth.
