Dental Implants and Mini Implants

Since 1957 when the first scientific evidence was published by Professor P.I. Branemark, this treatment modality has revolutionised dentistry. Implants are often referred to as the "Third set" of teeth after the first two have been lost; baby teeth, adult teeth, implant-supported teeth.

Put simply, the magic of a titanium dental implant is that when it is inserted into the bone, in over 98% of cases, the bone grows directly around the implant to create a new tooth root.

Crowns, bridges, or dentures can then be permanently secured to the implant to eliminate the need for removable dentures.

Mini dental implants can be used to stabilise dentures where looseness is a problem. They are a more recent development and do not require surgery-they are placed through the gum quickly and painlessly under local anaesthetic.

The mini implant is effective, successful, and very economical when compared to regular implants to stabilise dentures.

The results can be dramatic- it is not uncommon at all to hear patients comment that the implants have "changed my life". The surgery time to place mini implants is around 30 minutes and the denture is fitted back to them on the same day.

For more information on dental implants please visit our specialist sister site The Implant Dentist (opens in a new window)

Download The Association of Dental Implantology Dental Implants Information Leaflet
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