{"id":261,"date":"2015-07-06T15:41:52","date_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:41:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.viennapleasantdental.com\/?page_id=261"},"modified":"2015-07-06T15:41:52","modified_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:41:52","slug":"mini-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/procedures\/oral-maxillofacial-surgery\/mini-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Mini Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"content\">\n<div id=\"StylizedImage\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/styles.prosites.com\/litesite\/2018\/GenedImages\/Stylized\/s_Oral%20-%20Maxillofacial%20Surgery802847101.jpg\" id=\"ctl00_ImageFlareStylized1_ImageFlareStylized1\">\n        <\/div>\n<p>    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/\/&lt;![CDATA[\nSys.WebForms.PageRequestManager._initialize('ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$sm', 'aspnetForm', [], [], [], 90, 'ctl00');\n\/\/]]&gt;\n<\/script><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Item_Name\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_PageServiceLineItemName\">\n<div style=\"float:left\"><span id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_Pagename\">Mini Dental Implants<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"float:right\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Group_Items\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p align=\"justify\">Mini Dental Implants (MDIs) have changed the face of implant placement.&nbsp; Unlike full implant placement where multiple dental visits are required, MDIs eliminate the need for surgery.&nbsp;&nbsp;The development of long term MDIs now allows the dentist to place anchors in the jaw during one non-invasive treatment.&nbsp;&nbsp;The most common use for MDIs is the stabilization of dentures and overdentures. &nbsp;MDIs firmly anchor the dental prosthesis, which means there is no longer any need to suffer with ill-fitting, loose dentures.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">MDIs are designed to eliminate bone grafting and expedite treatment.&nbsp; Full implants require significant bone grafting and a recovery period.&nbsp; The latent period allowed the anchor of the implant to properly embed itself into the jawbone.&nbsp; The smaller size of MDIs means that no recovery period is necessary, and the denture can be fitted the same day.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><strong><font style=\"FONT-SIZE: 16px\">What is the configuration of mini dental implants?<\/font><\/strong><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">An MDI is a tiny dental implant (similar to a screw) that is designed to act in place of a natural tooth root.&nbsp; MDIs are generally constructed from titanium and are either sprayed with calcium phosphate, or contain it along the length of the screw portion.&nbsp; The design and structure of MDIs promotes quick healing and long lasting results.&nbsp; The head portion of the implant looks very much like a ball.&nbsp; This ball fits firmly into the retaining mechanism and together these structures hold the dentures at a designated level.&nbsp; The dentures sit comfortably on the gum tissue and are able to withstand significant amounts of pressure and natural force.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><strong><font style=\"FONT-SIZE: 16px\">What are the advantages of MDI placement?<\/font><\/strong><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">MDIs are a true innovation for people who are reluctant to have invasive dental surgery and for denture wearers.&nbsp; One significant advantage MDIs have over full implants is that they offer a viable treatment choice for patients who have experienced extensive bone loss. &nbsp;Depending on the quality and density of jawbone available at the implant site, four of these mini implants may be implanted at one time.&nbsp; Unlike full implants, MDIs don\u2019t require invasive surgery, which makes MDIs a gentler option.&nbsp; MDIs also minimize cost. Full-sized implants can be expensive to place, especially if many visits are required. &nbsp;The most common use for MDIs is to stabilize a lower denture, however they can be placed anywhere in the mouth.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Here are some of the other advantages associated with MDIs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Better smelling breath.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Clearer speech.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Easier chewing and biting.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Easier cleaning.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Firmer denture fit.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">High success rate.&nbsp;Less discomfort.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">No cutting or sutures.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">No need for adhesives or messy bonding agents.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">No rotting food beneath the denture.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">No slipping, wobbling or discomfort.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Permanent results.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Quick treatment time.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Reduced costs.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p align=\"justify\"><strong><font style=\"FONT-SIZE: 16px\">How are mini dental implants placed?<\/font><\/strong><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">The whole mini dental implant placement procedure takes approximately one hour. &nbsp;Generally, in the case of lower jaw implants, four MDIs will be placed about 5mm apart. &nbsp;Prior to inserting MDIs, the dentist will use many diagnostic and planning tools to find the optimal place to implant them.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Here is a brief overview of the MDI placement procedure:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">A mild anesthetic is administered.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">A small hole is drilled in the jawbone to situate each MDI.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Each implant is screwed into place and tightened with a winged wrench.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">Finally, a ratchet wrench is used to fully stabilize the MDIs.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">The denture is measured against the mini implants and marks are made to indicate where the MDIs will fit.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\">The denture is sent to the laboratory to have holes drilled to accommodate the MDIs.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p align=\"justify\">Once the denture has been fully modified, it can be affixed to the MDIs.&nbsp; The rubber O-ring on each MDI snaps into the designated spot on the denture, and the denture then rests snugly on the gum tissue.&nbsp; MDIs hold the denture comfortably in a tight-fitting way for a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">In almost all cases, no stitching is required and no real discomfort is felt after the procedure. &nbsp;After the denture placement procedure is complete, light eating can be resumed.&nbsp; The denture can be removed and cleaned at will. MDIs enhance the natural beauty of the smile and restore full functionality to the teeth.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">If you have any questions or concerns about mini dental implants, please ask your dentist.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\n        <input type=\"button\" onclick=\"document.location.href='\/procedures\/oral-maxillofacial-surgery\/'\" value=\"&lt;&lt;\" class=\"Button\" onmouseout=\"this.className='Button'\" onmouseover=\"this.className='ButtonHover'\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_btnBack\" name=\"ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$btnBack\"><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mini Dental Implants Mini Dental Implants (MDIs) have changed the face of implant placement.&nbsp; Unlike full implant placement where multiple dental visits are required, MDIs eliminate the need for surgery.&nbsp;&nbsp;The development of long term MDIs now allows the dentist to place anchors in the jaw during one non-invasive treatment.&nbsp;&nbsp;The most common use for MDIs is&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":125,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"taxonomy_info":[],"featured_image_src_large":false,"author_info":{"display_name":"Wayne Clevenger","author_link":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/author\/cierradmin\/"},"comment_info":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/261"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=261"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/261\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/125"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=261"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}