Mini Implants

Mini dental implants are about half the size in diameter of a regular dental implant. This offers many benefits, and they can also be used in situations where regular implants cannot. If an implant needs to be placed in a narrow space, mini implants are the preferred method because of their smaller size.

A main use for mini implants is to install a full upper or lower denture. A series of mini implants (4-6) are placed along the gum line and they serve as the base for the denture. Rather than placing a single implant for a single tooth, an entire lower or upper set of teeth are directly attached to the mini implant.

The small size of mini implants often means that no incision needs to be made to place the implant. They can usually be inserted right through the gum into the bone. This eliminates the need for a recovery period, and the restoration can usually be placed right away or soon thereafter.

Mini implants are also less expensive than regular implants. Mini implants might be right for you, so call us for your consultation today.