When to Consider Mini Dental Implants

Understanding the difference between mini dental implants and traditional dental implants is a good idea, as the more you understand about your implant choices, the better. While both options can be used to replace missing or damaged teeth and help stabilize dental treatments like bridges and dentures, mini implants do not use an abutment and are nearly 50% smaller than traditional implants.

Benefits of mini dental implants

When used as a tooth-replacement option, the implants are surgically inserted into or near the jawbone, allowing for important jawbone stimulation to return. When implants are used to hold bridges or dentures in place, they give patients the satisfaction of knowing that they do not have to worry about these dental treatments moving and shifting around, as the implants hold them securely in place.

According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, dental implants come in different sizes, weights and types, so your dental professional can help you determine which option is best for you.

When should someone consider mini dental implants?

The information below is very helpful when it comes to helping someone understand when they should consider choosing smaller-sized implants.

When they are diagnosed with jawbone atrophy

It is necessary for someone to have a sufficient amount of jawbone in order to be considered as a candidate for traditional dental implant placement. When they are lacking enough jawbone to support traditional implants, then they become a candidate for mini dental implant placement. Jawbone atrophy means that there is a deterioration of the jawbone, which tends to start happening soon after someone experiences tooth loss.

When they want to avoid major dental surgery

Many people are looking into their minimally invasive surgical options nowadays, as there are more minimally invasive surgery options available today than ever before. Traditional implant placement requires one to undergo major surgery and with every type of major surgery comes risks, such as infection or nerve damage. While there are still risks associated with a minimally invasive dental surgical procedure, they are not as serious as the risks of major surgery.

When they need to stabilize a lower denture

Mini dental implants are commonly used to help people who need to stabilize their lower dentures. Stabilizing dentures is important, as this allows them to stay securely in their proper place. The last thing denture wearers want to do is worry about their dentures moving and shifting around in their mouth, as this can get in the way of their performing everyday activities like eating, talking and smiling.

Are you interested in mini dental implants?

Now that you know some of the more common reasons why someone would consider getting this smaller version of the traditional dental implant, have you made a decision? If you have decided that mini implants are right for you, we invite you to contact us now to make your first appointment. If you are still not sure, we can make an appointment for you in which you can ask any questions you have, which will help you make your decision.

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