Mini Dental Implants Cost Less Than Other Implant Options!

Every tooth has two essential parts: the crown, which you see above the gumline, and the root, hidden below, anchoring it in place. When you lose a tooth, you lose these essential structures, and it’s important to replace them both! Unlike other tooth replacement options that only replace the crown, dental implants also replace the root. That’s more important than you might think. Tooth roots anchor your teeth and stimulate the jawbone during biting and chewing. This stimulation preserves the jawbone’s density and maintains your facial structure. While dental implants are effective tooth replacement tools, they can be costly. Fortunately, Dr. Hopkins has a solution. At the Centre for Smile Designs, he offers mini dental implants, which cost significantly less than traditional implants due to their slimmer size, single-piece design, and efficient procedure.

How Are Mini Implants Different?

Mini dental implants are titanium posts less than 3 millimeters in diameter. Despite their smaller size, they’re just as stable as traditional implants, providing an excellent foundation for dental restorations.

Traditional implants are large and require a lot of space in the jawbone, making them inaccessible for patients who have experienced bone loss. However, mini implants have a narrow diameter, so they’re ideal for patients with limited jawbone space. This includes older patients who have experienced natural bone shrinkage or who need to avoid complex dental surgeries.

Another advantage of mini implants over conventional implants is their one-piece design, which allows Dr. Hopkings to place them in a single visit. To place mini implants, Dr. Hopkins uses a minimally invasive procedure that requires no incisions or stitches. He gently secures the mini implant in the jawbone by making a small pilot hole through the gums. These implants act similarly to a self-tapping screw, as they have threads that help drill into the bone, securing the titanium post in place!

Because mini implants exhibit exceptional stability upon placement, they can typically anchor a restoration immediately, offering instant results. Unlike conventional dental implants, which need 3-4 months to heal before supporting a false tooth, mini implants can often support temporary or final restorations on the same day!

Why Do Mini Dental Implants Cost Less?

Conventional dental implants can be costly, creating a barrier to restoring your smile. Mini dental implants, however, are a more affordable option. But how do they reduce costs? Let’s consider three cost-saving factors:

• One-piece design: One reason that mini implants are more affordable is because they consist of a single component. In contrast, conventional implants have multiple parts, each adding to the cost.
• Fewer appointments: Due to their one-piece design, Dr. Hopkins can place these implants in just one appointment. Conventional implants, on the other hand, require multiple appointments, as each component requires a healing period before the process can continue.
• Simpler procedure: Conventional implants are about 5 millimeters in diameter, requiring substantial jawbone density for placement. However, tooth loss leads to bone resorption, leaving many patients with insufficient bone for traditional implants. In these cases, a bone graft is typically needed, adding complexity and cost. Mini implants, being much smaller, require less bone for placement and rarely need a bone graft, making the procedure simpler and more affordable.

With one-piece mini dental implants, your budget doesn’t have to stand in the way of a beautiful, functional smile! To see how we have transformed our patients’ smiles, check out our smile gallery!

Financing Options Help Manage the Cost of Mini Dental Implants

At the Centre for Smile Designs, Dr. Hopkins recognizes that even with their lower cost, mini dental implants can still be a significant investment for patients. Although most insurance plans don’t tend to cover dental implants, yours might. We can help you understand your coverage at your free dental implant consultation.

For those interested in financing their treatment, we partner with multiple third-party financing companies to help make tooth replacements more affordable. These companies offer flexible payment plans that split your bill into manageable monthly payments! If you have any questions regarding finances or the cost of mini dental implants, our compassionate team would gladly assist you!

Schedule a Free Dental Implant Consultation With Dr. Hopkins

While dental implants replace teeth with titanium posts that keep your smile healthy and functional, they can be cost-prohibitive for many patients. To address the all-too-common financial barriers to dental care and tooth replacement, Dr. Hopkins offers affordable mini dental implants. Their streamlined design and simplified placement make restoring your smile more budget-friendly than traditional implants.

Ready to transform your smile with mini implants? Schedule a free implant consultation to discover if mini implants are right for you.

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