Dental Implants are an incredible option for replacing teeth, but they require extensive conditions at times for placement. Patient’s need to have certain bone mass available, a strong enough jaw, the procedure cannot work for everyone. If you want dental implants, and have been told you do not meet the conditions required, mini Dental implants may be a great option for you.
What caused your original Tooth Loss?
1. Infection- Bad bacteria and bad hygiene led to infection and gum disease, which led to tooth loss.
2. Trauma- Something happened the weakened the tooth structures or destroyed a tooth and extraction had to happen.
3. DIsease- Its possible that a gum disease attacked the root structures of your teeth, or even that a medication for another ailment contributed to the loss of healthy tissue or bone material.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental Implants are a tooth replacement option wherein the tooth is replaced directly in the jaw, using an anchor. Often this anchor is made of titanium or ceramic, and it is inserted through the gumline into the jaw. Then, over a period of time the jaw integrates and accepts this anchor, leading to a secure base to attach a new tooth, or new teeth.
What are Mini Dental Implants?
Mini Dental Implants are still anchored into the jaw through the gums, but often over rather than under. The screws that anchor them in are smaller, and include a small metal ball that protrudes from the jaw, acting as an abutment for the crown. They can typically be inserted into the jaw with local anesthetic, as opposed to a prolonged placement for traditional implants. If the patient has sufficient bone material, multiple mini dental implants can be placed all at the same visit, whereas traditional implants can require at least two visits and longer healing times.
Some reasons to Choose Mini over Traditional
- Availability of Bone Material for implantation
- Time
- Surgery
- Price: As of now Mini Dental Implants are between 500-1500 per implant, but this is expected to increase as demand does
Caring for Implants
Dental Implants, whether Mini or Traditional, need to be cared for the same way as traditional teeth. Remember to use strong hygiene, brush and floss daily. While the crowns themselves are near indestructible, the gums that support them are still organic material. They need support and hygienic interventions like anything else.
How can I get Mini Dental Implants?
It all starts with you. First, make an appointment with your dentist. The sooner you all discuss implant options, the sooner you may begin the process. Make an appointment and ask about options. Have your regular cleaning and examination, and look for problem spots to address before moving forward. Then discuss what happened with the loss of the original tooth, and make sure the problem is buttoned up before you pay to have a new once placed in that environment. Ask about pricing and options, and then move forward with a choice you both feel great about.