Implants

We currently offer mini implants.

The MDI Mini Dental Implant (approved by the FDA) is a long term method of denture stabilization. They are also used for supporting crowns in situations where there is not enough room for a standard implant. Mini Dental Implants generally cost less than a standard dental rootform implant.

How are implants placed?

Mini implants are "screwed" firmly into the bone so integration is immediate on a functional level, although further integration on a microscopic level has been shown to take place for months after the placement of the implant. Implant placement involves no major incisions and has very few contra-indications to the surgery. It is generally painless, and produces very minimal post operative discomfort.

Mini implants install right through the gums, directly into the underlying bone. Most of the time, patients need only a local anesthetic injection directly over the position in the gums where each implant is to be placed.

Does one size fit all?

Mini implants come in different diameters & lengths. The smaller diameter implants are for the denser bone types. Implant length is determined by the amount of vertical bone available to retain the implant. Very dense cortical bone is better served with a shorter, thinner implant. Four mini implants are generally placed in the anterior portion of the lower jaw.

Mini implants allow immediate loading. Patients can have implants inserted and walk out of the office on the day of surgery with a stable lower denture. Generally, the patient can use the denture for eating immediately.

What about my old dentures?

Loose, old lower dentures can then be retrofitted over the newly placed implants, and the patient can use the denture immediately.

Note: For old & ill fitting dentures, it is advisable to have at least the lower denture either remade, relined or rebased prior to the placement of the implants. If the dentures are more than seven years old, it is recommended to make a new set prior to the placement of the implants, or shortly after insertion of implants.