The Mini Dental Implant Process
In this video, Dr. Aaron Bratton explains the step-by-step process of placing mini dental implants, from initial imaging to final restoration. If you’re considering mini dental implants, schedule a free consultation at Atkins Dental Clinic today to learn how they can restore your smile with precision and efficiency.
Before placing mini dental implants, it is essential to ensure a solid foundation. To achieve this, we first take a CBCT scan (Cone Beam Computed Tomography)—a 3D X-ray that provides a detailed view of the height, width, and depth of your bone. This allows us to determine the best placement for the implants with precision.
Once the scan is assessed, we send the data to our laboratory in Buffalo, where they create an implant guide (also called a stent). This guide ensures that the planned implant placement is executed with accuracy and consistency, minimizing any margin for error.
The next step depends on what will be placed on the implants. Whether it’s a denture, crown, or bridge, there is a planning and fabrication period before final placement. However, once everything is ready, the implant placement and restoration are typically completed on the same day.
To ensure comfort and proper function, we schedule a 24-hour follow-up, as numbness during the procedure makes it difficult to assess fit immediately. Additional one-week and one-month follow-ups help fine-tune any adjustments that become apparent once you start using the implants in daily function. This structured approach ensures both long-term success and patient comfort.
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