Replace Your Missing Teeth with Conservative Mini Dental Implants

Embarrassed to say “cheese” because of missing teeth? Tooth loss is common in America, with an estimated 178 million Americans missing at least one tooth. Fortunately, several teeth replacement options are available, including dentures, bridges, and dental implants. Speaking of dental implants, mini dental implants are yet another option for helping patients regain their functional smiles.

Edmondson Family Dental Care is your go-to destination for comprehensive dental implant solutions in Windsor Mill, Maryland, and the nearby locations. Dr. Jon Edmondson offers traditional implants, but now patients can enjoy mini dental implants (MDIs) as an economical and minimally invasive option.

What are mini implants?

A mini dental implant is structurally designed like traditional dental implants, except it’s smaller (toothpick-sized) and less invasive to install. Mini implants are ideal for patients with jawbone loss or smaller mouths.

Like traditional implants, mini implants can:

Support a crown to replace a single missing tooth
Support bridges to support a few missing teeth in a row
Stabilize dentures for full mouth restoration

Mini dental implants are less costlier than traditional implants. On average, they cost $1,450-$2,500, which is significantly cheaper than traditional implants that can cost as much as $4,500 per tooth. Mini implants are more affordable because they are easy to place and eliminate the need for adjunct procedures like bone grafting.

How are mini dental implants placed?

The first step is to evaluate your oral health, discuss your goals, and determine if you are a suitable candidate for mini dental implants. If so, the dentist will anesthetize your gums and make a small hole in the jawbone to place the implant. The mini implant is a one-piece screw that includes a ball-shaped end that juts out of the gum line. The dentist will then attach your final restoration to restore your oral function and aesthetics. Placing a mini implant requires a single visit, and no sutures are needed.

Why mini dental implants?

Although some cases are better served with full dental implants or bridges, mini implants have unique benefits.

Better for small spaces: MDIs are small in diameter, which makes them ideal for replacing teeth in tiny spaces.
No need for bone grafting: Have you been told you are ineligible for implants because of severe jawbone loss? Mini implants are a better fit for jaws with insufficient density.
Less invasive procedure: Placing mini implants is more conservative than placing traditional implants, leading to faster healing.
More affordable: Mini implants are significantly cheaper than conventional dental implants.

Does insurance cover mini implants?

It all depends on your dental insurance because some may view dental implants as a cosmetic treatment. However, some insurance plans cover part of the implant cost, especially when medically recommended after trauma or other reasons.

Don’t have insurance or out-of-pocket costs for implants seem prohibitive? Don’t sweat! We offer third-party financing with CareCredit to ensure you manage your implant cost with low-interest monthly payments.

Do you need mini dental implants?

Edmondson Family Dental Care is committed to helping you regain confidence and functionality with a beautiful, fully restored smile. If you need mini dental implants in Windsor Mill, MD, you are in the right place. Call (410) 220-5309 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Edmondson and the team.