Tooth loss can be devastating for your oral health, as it leaves unsightly gaps that make chewing difficult and that can trap food debris, exposing you to periodontal disease. Mini dental implants can be a good replacement option, especially if you do not qualify for traditional full-size implants. Here is a look at who should consider these dental devices and how they can improve dental health. 

Low bone density

Severe bone loss due to prolonged tooth loss can leave you with inadequate bone structure to support a traditional implant. Without sufficient bone, your dentist will likely not recommend full-size implants, as they will often fail or lack sufficient stability.

Mini implants are typically anchored into your jaw, providing a stable tooth replacement that is natural-looking without the need for healthy bone density. Once the mini implant is in place, it will essentially restore your smile and prevent facial collapse, much like a traditional implant. 

Fast recovery

Mini dental implants can be fitted without the need for invasive surgery, meaning that they can be installed in a single dental visit. Recovery time is also relatively short, as only the tissue needs to heal to properly anchor the dental tool. Minimal disturbance to the bone also means that you will likely experience less discomfort when chewing and need less time to get used to your new tooth. 

With full-sized implants, you will often require months to recover from complex bone surgery, and you may also need time-consuming bone grafting to restore your depleted bone density. Once the implant is in place, it may be rejected by the bone, costing you even more time. Additionally, the installation of a traditional implant often requires multiple dental visits that cost time and money. 

If you need fast results after tooth loss, then mini dental implants can be the perfect solution for you. 

Trouble with dentures

Your dentist may recommend the use of mini implants if you are having trouble adjusting to dentures. Mini dental implants have a tiny titanium post that is inserted into your jaw, providing support for a replacement tooth. The implant can also be used to improve dentures, making chewing much easier.

If you have loose or ill-fitting dentures, a mini dental implant could help make them more stable and allow them to fit snugly in your mouth, saving you from constantly having to use dental adhesives or suffering the embarrassment and discomfort of shifting dentures.