Missing or damaged teeth are a common problem for many residents in Birmingham, AL—just like in the rest of the country. Unfortunately, fear of the dentist leads many to delay routine dental visits, resulting in gum disease, tooth decay, and eventually, tooth loss. Looking back, many people wish they had taken better care of their teeth earlier in life. Healthy teeth are a valuable asset, and a confident smile is something to be proud of.
If missing teeth are not replaced promptly, it can lead to shifting teeth, bite issues, bone loss, and jaw pain. Thankfully, patients in Birmingham, AL now have access to advanced solutions like mini dental implants at Cook Family Dental. These implants offer a secure, long-lasting alternative to uncomfortable dentures—helping restore your smile, improve function, and boost confidence with minimal discomfort.
What Are Mini Dental Implants?
Mini dental implants can be used to replace teeth with a cemented crown but are also commonly used for stabilizing existing dentures. If you are currently a denture wearer in Birmingham, AL there is a good chance that you are not happy with the way your full dentures fit. By using these mini dental implants to stabilize your dentures you will no longer need to worry about your dentures coming loose when you eat the foods you enjoy at your favorite Birmingham, AL restaurant.
The mini dental implant process is very simple and can be easily completed in our Birmingham dental office. After a small amount of dental anesthesia is placed, a mini dental implant is secured to the jaw bone by placing a pinhole in the bone and inserting the dental implant gently by hand. Next, your denture is fitted with a snap that attached to the implants and gives your dentures security. Alternatively patients in Birmingham, AL may benefit from cementing a porcelain tooth securely to the dental implant that is not removed and functions like a natural tooth or teeth. After the mini dental implant solution, there is no need for denture adhesives and you can still remove your dentures for hygiene. In fact, you should brush your implants just like teeth.