Mini dental implants

Mini dental implants are thin diameter implants used in dentistry for the treatment of tooth loss. Smaller in size compared to traditional implants, these implants are usually used in narrow or limited areas of tooth loss. Because they require less invasive surgery compared to traditional implants, they are associated with less discomfort and faster recovery periods. Mini dental implants can be an effective solution for patients with tooth loss and are less invasive compared to larger implant applications. However, they may not be suitable for every patient, so consultation with a surgical implantologist is highly important.

Especially in cases of advanced vertical bone deficiency, the application of normal-sized dental implants can lead to perforation of the maxillary sinus floor in the upper jaw posterior regions and damage to the inferior alveolar nerve in the lower jaw posterior regions. In such cases, before the application of normal-sized implants, sinus lift should be performed to elevate the sinus floor to a sufficient level, followed by implantation. This entails a longer treatment period, higher costs, and one or more surgical procedures. Short implants can be a very good treatment alternative for both surgical implantologists and patients in such cases. When performed, it is crucial to consider the appropriate number, position of implants, and the type of teeth to be prepared in the subsequent stage for successful results.