A – The difference between traditional dental implants and mini dental implants is the size of the implant itself. Mini dental implants are simply a few millimeters smaller in diameter than conventional dental implants. However, both of these types of implants are made from titanium that naturally fuses to your jawbone through a process known as osseointegration. Mini dental implants are most commonly used to stabilize bottom dentures, but the smaller-diameter implants can be used in different areas of your mouth.

A – The standard approach for mini dental implants is to place four of them into the front of the patient’s lower jaw. This is a reasonably painless and noninvasive procedure that Dr. Tally can complete between one to two visits. The mini dental implants are placed about five millimeters apart in the lower jawbone, and are roughly the size of a toothpick! Dr. Tally will then carefully adjust your denture to allow it to snap onto the four mini implants.

A – Many people who wear dentures suffer from loose or ill-fitting dentures. Along with being somewhat embarrassing, this also causes problems eating certain foods. Mini dental implants allow dentures to fit snugly in your mouth, while also providing stability to your dentures.

A – Give us a call today to schedule a consultation and find out if you are ready for mini implants. Key considerations are general good health and satisfactory bone in the jaw. Anyone who is missing one or more teeth because of injury, disease or decay may find mini implants to be the perfect solution.

A – At our office, we strive to make you as relaxed as possible. Throughout the entire implant process, Dr. Tally and the rest of our team will help you feel comfortable and stay pain-free! We offer sedation options to make every appointment a great experience and keep you out of discomfort!