Who Should I See for Mini Dental Implant Placement?

Whether someone told you about a mini dental implant or you saw something advertised, this is a worthwhile consideration. As you learn more about this procedure, you will understand why it has become so popular. If you have a missing tooth, this is a great way to replace it. If you wear dentures, this implant keeps them firmly in place.

Disadvantages of traditional implants

For a patient to have traditional implants placed, titanium poles screw into the jawbone through incisions. To hold all the implants in place, the patient needs to have multiple screws placed. The only exception is with the “all on 4” option. Even then, there are four screws inserted into the bone. Now with stitched-up incisions, the patient must wait several weeks to recover before they get artificial teeth.

Benefits of a mini dental implant

A big difference between a mini dental implant and a traditional implant is the size of the screws. For the mini procedure, these are extremely small. For that reason, the patient does not require any incisions. The small size also makes this procedure ideal for people with poor jawbone density.

Along with replacing a missing tooth, a mini dental implant works to keep dentures securely in place. For that, O-rings attach to the dentures. Those rings then slip down over a ball on the exposed end of the implant. Firmly connected, there is no risk of loosening or slippage.

Who should a patient turn to for help?

Often, an individual will consult with their regular dentist to see if they qualify for a mini dental implant. That individual then refers the patient to a mini dental implant professional. Sometimes, a family dentist performs this procedure. Perhaps there is a mini dental implant professional as part of the dentist’s team. Regardless, the dentist will provide names of oral surgeons with this skill set.

Of course, an individual can always schedule an appointment with a mini dental implant professional, which means bypassing the regular dentist. Some people have insurance that covers implants, including the mini version. However, most insurance companies require a referral from a dentist to recommend a patient to a mini dental implant professional. Therefore, people interested in this procedure should look at their coverage first.

No matter which type of dental professional ultimately performs this procedure, the patient is in and out of the clinic in no time. Without the need for incisions, there is no recovery period. That means people can go directly back to work after having the implant placed. Why spend hours in a dentist’s chair to correct a problem when it is not necessary?

Mini dental implant — an incredible option

With so many benefits, the placement of a mini dental implant makes sense for a lot of people. Just imagine having a tooth replaced that looks completely natural. If you wear dentures, you can eat, laugh and talk without worries. Not only is this procedure quick, but it is also risk-free and the implants last a long time.

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