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Mini Dental Implant Guide From Winston-Salem’s Best Dentist [Video Walkthrough]

Dental Implant Guide in Winston-Salem [Video Walkthrough]

Not all dental implants are created equal. And that matters a lot, especially if you’ve been told you don’t have enough jawbone volume for dental implants. At Keider DDS, we offer mini dental implants to replace missing teeth for more patients than before, overcoming the barriers to implant-restored smiles. This mini dental implant guide shows you exactly how a simpler, minimally invasive approach can help you qualify for implants and restore your smile faster.

What Are Mini Implants?

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Mini dental implants are smaller, simpler dental implants that overcome barriers associated with traditional dental implants.

In order to place any implant, you need to have enough jawbone to support it. To better imagine why this is the case, picture securing a screw into a board. If the board is not wide enough or thick enough, it can’t hold the screw.

Likewise, a jawbone needs to be thick enough to hold an implant.

Ironically, patients who don’t have teeth are more likely to have smaller jawbones, which is a natural consequence of tooth loss. That’s why you might have been told you don’t have enough jawbone for traditional dental implants or that you would need bone grafting first.

Grafting adds time, cost, and more procedures to the process.

Mini dental implants change that. Because these alternative implants are about half the size of traditional implants, Dr. Keider can place them in areas with limited bone. This means patients can often move forward without grafting.

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When he sees you for a consultation, Dr. Keider will explain whether traditional implants or mini implants are best in your specific situation.

Mini Dental Implant Guide: Process Explained

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The process of placing a mini dental implant is simple and straightforward, personalized to your unique needs. First, Dr. Keider assesses your smile and goals. Then, he develops a custom treatment plan to achieve the smile of your dreams. Finally, he uses a minimally invasive process to place the implant all in one day. Here’s a mini dental implant guide, step by step.

Consultation and Assessment

During your mini implant consultation, Dr. Keider takes a CBCT scan. This is a 3D X-ray of your head and mouth, revealing exactly how much jawbone is available to secure mini implants into.

Next, Dr. Keider performs a full exam of your mouth. He identifies any issues with your remaining teeth, the gums, and other oral health concerns.

At this point, he provides you with clear options for your restoration. He might recommend replacing a single tooth with a crown, a row of teeth with a bridge, or a full arch of teeth with a denture.

Treatment Plan Selection

During this stage in the process, Dr. Keider crafts a personalized treatment plan for you. He presents your options, explains the benefits, and outlines the costs.

To plan for the cost of treatment, our front office can help you find the best financing options.

Mini Implant Procedure

Once he has a clear plan in place, Dr. Keider positions the implant and the restoration.

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To place a mini implant, he simply makes a small hole in the site of the gums. Then, he positions the implant into the jawbone. The process is so gentle that he can place the temporary restoration immediately after, in most cases.

In a few weeks, you’ll come back for the permanent replacement.

After Mini Implant Placement

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After the procedure, you’ll find that recovery is shorter and less involved than that of traditional implants.

You can eat soft foods right away with your temporary restoration. Mild discomfort for the first few days after is completely normal.

After that point, you’ll be back to eating harder, crunchier foods with a full set of teeth.

Ultimately, the entire process is designed to move efficiently and comfortably, giving you a stable, functional smile with minimal disruption to your life.

Take the Next Step to a Restored Smile

If you’ve been told dental implants aren’t an option, take a moment to learn about mini implants. These smaller implants reduce the need for extra procedures and shorten both treatment time and recovery. In the end, you’ll enjoy a complete, functional set of teeth and renewed confidence, powered by mini implants.

Dr. Keider is a trusted implant dentist in Winston-Salem, ready to help you smile again. When you’re ready to learn more, book a consultation.

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Matthew Keider, DDS

Dr. Matthew Keider has been providing comprehensive dental care for over 30 years. A Michigan native, he earned his DDS from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, one of the top-ranked dental schools in the world. Since 1993, he has served patients in Winston-Salem, NC, prioritizing high-quality, in-house care. Committed to ongoing education, Dr. Keider completes up to 200 hours of advanced training annually in cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry. His specialized expertise includes root canals, TMJ treatment, and dental implants, with advanced studies at the Misch International Implant Institute, Dawson Center, and Tulsa Dental. He is a member of the Forsyth County Dental Society, North Carolina Dental Society, and American Dental Association. Dr. Keider minimizes referrals by handling implants, extractions, root canals, and restorative treatments within his practice. Patients-of-record can reach him after hours for emergencies, and he strives to offer same-day emergency appointments when possible. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys basketball, fishing, and traveling with his wife of 32 years and their two children. Dr. Keider and his team are here to provide personalized, high-quality care in a comfortable setting. Call today to schedule your visit and experience a higher standard of dentistry!