Millions of people in the U.S. are missing teeth -- mostly due to injury, gum disease or decay. Dental implants are a popular option to replace
missing teeth. Dr. Ilya Freyman is a world-class Longwood, FL dentist who offers state-of-the-art dental implants and mini implants to his patients. Read on to learn about the differences between mini implants and regular implants.
Size - Mini dental implants are smaller than conventional implants. Because of their smaller size, mini dental implants are often used for smaller gaps, like those created when an incisor is missing, or to stabilize a denture. There are some teeth that can't be replaced with mini implants. In this case, traditional dental implants may offer a better alternative. Traditional dental implants are usually used when replacing molars.
Bone Grafts - Patients without enough bone to support a traditional dental implant can almost always get a mini implant. Typically, patients require bone grafts before traditional implants are placed, but with mini dental implants, there is no need for bone grafts because the smaller dental implants do not fuse to the bone.
Recovery Time - Some individuals aren't able to undergo invasive surgery. In these instances, mini dental implants may be the best option. The mini dental implants procedure is less invasive and has a shorter healing time. Healing time is reduced from months to days. After the placement of mini dental implants, patients are left with little discomfort that can be treated easily with OTC pain medication.
Ready to make a change? Dental implants have given millions of individuals a chance to get their lives back after tooth loss. Call Dr. Ilya Freyman in Longwood, FL at (407) 260-0224 today to schedule your dental appointment. Don't you owe it to yourself to get your smile back?