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Spanish According to the City of Austin’s records, in 1840, the city only had a population of 553 people in one square mile. From those humble beginnings grew a bustling metropolis that, as recently as 2019, contained close to a million residents spread over 326 square miles. That explosion in growth over time has meant an increased demand for goods and services around the city, including in the field of dentistry. While many dental practices exist in the greater Austin area, only one specializes in dental implants enough to be called a Mini Dental Implant Center of America. If you’re looking for the best dental implants in Austin to stabilize loose dentures or replace missing teeth, look no further than mini dental implants from Aspire Dental.
Understanding Dental Implants
At its core, a dental implant is an artificial tooth root designed to anchor replacement teeth or stabilize loose dentures. We insert these titanium posts directly into your jawbone, and they provide exceptional support for crowns, bridges, and dentures.
In addition, they improve your oral health by replacing your missing tooth roots. By filling that space, they prevent your other teeth from shifting, bacteria from growing in those hard-to-reach places, and keep your jawbone from deteriorating by providing the necessary stimulation to stay healthy. If the roots aren’t replaced, your jawbone and the surrounding tissue will quickly lose density, changing your facial shape and structure.
Mini Implants Are the Superior Choice in Austin
Dental implants have been around for decades, and, like most technologies, they’ve seen significant innovation this century. Mini dental implants are the next evolution in tooth replacement, offering all the benefits of dental implants (and more) in a smaller, more efficient package.
Traditional implants are 5 mm in diameter, about the size of a pencil eraser. Mini implants are less than 3 mm wide and about as thick as a toothpick. However, don’t let that smaller size fool you—mini implants are just as durable and reliable as their larger counterparts, thanks to their one-piece titanium design.
Advantages of Mini Implants
The benefits don’t stop there—mini implants have several advantages over conventional implants:
- Minimally invasive process: Thanks to their smaller profile, we can place mini implants without incisions, stitches, or additional bone grafts. Dr. Hall or Dr. McNeil will carefully drill a tiny pilot hole, which is painless, thanks to local anesthesia. Most patients report minimal discomfort afterward and return to their normal routines in a day or two.
- Quicker healing: Both traditional and mini implants require time for the titanium to fuse with your jawbone, a process known as osseointegration. For conventional implants, this can take six to nine months or more if you need a bone graft. With mini implants, the fusion will be complete in a few weeks, giving you more time with your new teeth.
- More affordable: Newer technology often costs more than the older version, but that’s not the case with mini implants! Because they are less expensive to manufacture, are simpler and faster to place, and require fewer appointments, they cost much less than conventional implants. At your free implant consultation, our staff will walk you through your insurance and financing options so you can make an informed decision about your dental health.
Why Choose Mini Implants at Aspire Dental?
With so many tooth replacement options, why choose an implant-supported restoration over older options like traditional bridges or dentures?
- Enhanced self-confidence: Have you ever had that feeling where you hesitated to smile or laugh because of a gap between your teeth or the fear of loose dentures sliding around? Dental implants restore stability, aesthetics, and function and bring back that lost confidence. They look and feel just like your natural teeth.
- Improved oral health: When you lose your teeth, the jawbone can quickly deteriorate. Dental implants stimulate the jawbone, promoting bone health. They also keep your smile and bite aligned and fill the hard-to-reach spaces where bacteria might grow.
- Better durability: With good oral hygiene, mini implants can last a lifetime. Older restorative options will need replacement or constant adjustment, costing you money and peace of mind.
- No dietary restrictions: Remember those foods you had to avoid because of unstable dentures or missing teeth? With mini dental implants in Austin, you can enjoy all your favorite foods again.
Schedule a Free Implant Consultation Today
If you’ve been considering dental implants, now might be the perfect time to learn more. Why continue to struggle with missing teeth when a durable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing solution is just a call away? Reach out to Aspire Dental in Austin, TX, for a free implant consultation and take the first step towards a brighter, fuller smile with mini dental implants.
