Mini Dental Implants for Implant Supported Dentures

You might think of a mini dental implants as a way of replacing a missing tooth. That is one solution. However, this type of dental implant can also help support dentures. If you have dentures, there is a solution to prevent them from slipping around. Consider talking to a mini dental implant professional. You may be an ideal candidate for this treatment.

What is a mini dental implant?

Unlike traditional implants, a mini dental implant is much tinier. For that reason, they work well for people with small teeth and mouths. This implant is also a great choice for someone with poor jawbone density. In that case, the person’s jawbone could not support all the titanium screws required for traditional implants.

Along with that, a mini dental implant serves as an anchor for dentures. The small titanium pole that screws into the bone has a round ball on the exposed end. For denture wearers, that ball plays a critical role. A mini dental implant professional attaches O-rings to both the upper and lower set of teeth. Next, the ring slips over the ball, which anchors the dentures in place.

Additional benefits

People who wear dentures can benefit from a mini dental implant in yet another way. With the dentures secure, there is no loosening and sliding around. As a result, these fit much better. The anchor also makes it easier for people to enjoy foods they might have struggled with before. Overall, dentures feel and function more like natural teeth.

The one thing that denture wearers hope never to happen is for their artificial teeth to fall out. Unfortunately, that is a risk. Especially when laughing, coughing or sneezing hard, dentures could create an embarrassing moment. However, once a mini dental professional completes the procedure, that is likely never to happen.

Compared to traditional implants, the mini version used to support dentures is less invasive. For this procedure, a mini dental implant professional does not have to make any incisions. Instead, on the same day, that individual places the implant and secures the dentures. In very little time, the patient is out the door and on to enjoying life.

Just like dentures, it is important to take proper care of mini dental implant-supported dentures. That includes brushing, flossing and rinsing regularly. With good care, this type of dental implant can last a long time. Although every patient is different, most have their implant between 15 and 20 years. As a non-invasive procedure, if something breaks, replacement is a breeze.

Making a wise decision

If you are not a good candidate for traditional implants but have a lot of missing teeth, your dentist might recommend dentures. The good news is that you do not need to worry about a comfortable and secure fit. Instead, have your dentist refer you to a mini dental implant professional. In one visit, you can again smile big.

Request an appointment here: https://newyorkdmd.com or call New York DMD at (917) 284-9680 for an appointment in our New York office.

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