Mini Implants

Mini dental implants are made from a titanium material and are used to act as a root structure to your tooth.  An O-ring structure is incorporated into the titanium mini implant and helps to provide a base to your dentures.  Mini implants aid in creating a stable base for your dentures and can help to stop it from falling unexpectedly.  The dentures may be kept in place so that you can carry out normal day to day movements such as speaking and eating naturally and with ease.

Many patients suffer with lose teeth or dentures which keep falling out as it is not stable. Mini dental implants can keep your dentures in place.  If your dentures have not been fitted properly they can often become uncomfortable and this is when mini implants are beneficial. People can have the confidence to chew and eat in public without worrying that an embarrassing moment may occur with their dentures.

Mini implants are small and look like a screw as it is a tiny fixture which is put into the existing tooth structure.  The mini implant will not be visible to others as it is firmly secured and the process can be done in a couple of hours.  The mini implant is not what you stereotypically consider to be a dental fixture however it helps to solve the problems that patients face with loose dentures.

Mini dental implants can be used in the following circumstances as described below:

• To support existing structures in the teeth in order to keep dentures stable

• To successfully help in functioning the jaw joint

• For dental treatments such as crowns and bridges

• To help restore confidence in the patient and prevent unexpected moments with your dentures

Mini implants are generally safe to use as they are a very small device which causes relatively little discomfort and helps to support the existing structure of your dentures.  Many patients have undergone the procedure of dental implants before and it has been successful in past treatments.

The cost of Mini Implants varies according to a number of different reasons as discussed below:

• The dental practice- Each dental practice has their own individual fees according to your individual dental circumstances

• The severity of your teeth and any prior treatment you may need before the implants are placed

• The expertise of the dentist- If you see an expert in cosmetic dentistry who is specialised in placing mini implants they may charge more money

• After care- You may be required to have after care consultations with your dentist which could affect the overall costs.

Mini dental implants cost considerably less than regular implants and it is a cost effective way to keep your dentures in place.

There are a number of ways that you could find a Mini implant dentist as described below:

1. You could take a look at the www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk website. The website lists various different dental practices with phone numbers and addresses to help you find a suitable dentist for your treatment.

2. The internet is the high tech way to find information at an instance and you could try searching dental practices that offer mini implant services.

3. Local directories in the UK such as Thompsons can put you in touch with cosmetic dentists that may be able to assist you

4. Try talking to your local dental practice that may be able to further advise you on suitable qualified dentists who could do the treatment.

5. Many internet dental forums have patients that have already had the treatment and may be able to provide you with information about which places are best for mini dental implants.