Learn More Mini Dental Implants

By Nelda Powers


Mini dental implants are small rod of metals that have internal screw which hold replacement teeth in place. These metals are made of titanium the jawbone and the implant fuse together as the patient heals. A lot of accuracy should be observed during preparation and placement of denture. This is because they are very small, accuracy will ensure that they fuse and load properly.

Specialists take x-rays of the jaw bone in order to know the kind of implants that are suitable. X-rays enables the dentist to carefully inspect patients jaws and teeth and be in position to identify other areas that require treatment. Most dentists use panoramic radiograph as it gives an enhanced view of upper and lower teeth.

These types of implants can be used for a very long time as supporting structures. They can also be used in single tooth replacements of crowns and bridges. The denture will sit comfortably and will be held securely on gums if placed properly. A denture wearer will be confident and feel good about themselves because of mini dental implants as they are very effective.

For one to qualify for dental implant he should be healthy generally and orally. In order for the implant to fuse properly a patient should have gum tissues that are healthy and free from periodontal diseases. This type of surgery is done to the lower jaw and is it is not advisable to carry the procedure into the upper jaw.

However this medical procedure can be carried out within one to two hours. No stitching is done on the gum tissue as the small implants are screwed gently into the ridge of the jaw. This procedure is better when it is done on the lower as opposed to the upper jaw.

After surgery the dentist usually informs his patient on the kind of pain killers he should use in case of any side effects. Some of the complications that patients face include excessive bleeding as a result abrupt reaction to the anesthesia. Too much bleeding may also be attributed to screwing of titanium poles in the gum of a patient.

While very little anesthesia is used during this procedure some patients have very sensitive gums that may react to this during and after surgery. Where the nerves of the lower jaw are damaged the patient may feel numbness temporarily. X-rays and CT scans will enable the dentist to see where the positions of the nerves in the jawbone which in turn will help minimize bleeding and numbness.

Other times the jawbone may not fuse properly with the implant therefore making it to become loose this is majorly attributed to poor planning and inaccuracy during the procedure. Loose implants may not necessarily cause pain but they will lead to discomfort and instability of the denture. Proper oral care and check ups are crucial as they will ensure that the mini dental implants fuse properly to the jaw bone and are therefore very secure.




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  2. Most of the people have broken or missing tooth So It looks right choice for getting relief from it in just a single visit.

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