I would advise you to go with the ideal if possible. Aligning the teeth so there is adequate room will allow a larger implant to be placed. The larger the implant, the more force/load it can handle. The mini implant may work in the short term, but more research is needed to know how well they will withstand... more
Dental implant vs braces
Hi Doctor I am 28years old, i have one missing molar on my lower jaw for 8years, the teeth has bee shifted and i appear as angle . one dentist told me i still can get a mini implant, but one of teeth maybe cutted off in order to make the space bigger. i would like to know what is better option for me. implant or braces? Thank you for your time.
3 answers to “Dental implant vs braces”
A: Combination braces and implants is best
Mini implants for crowns is "in beta phase", meaning they aren't designed for crowns, so invest in them at your own risk. If space is an issue, create space via braces and finish with a normal implant.
A: You should try to achieve optimal space through braces first
Hello, The best option is to provide as much space as possible prior to placing an implant. Specifically, you should achieve the space that the missing tooth would have spanned. The only way to do so is through braces FIRST. Mini implants are the last resort for the following reasons: 1. The... more
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