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Frequently Asked Questions
 
 
Top 3 Questions:
1. What is the MDI mini-implant system?
2. How much does it cost?
3. Does it hurt?

General Questions:
1. What are the primary benefits for having Mini-Implants?
2. Can anyone have Mini-Implants?
3. I just had my dentist make me a new set of dentures Can I still have Mini-Implants?
4. Can I go to any dentist to get Mini-Implants?

Cost:
1. Can I have a payment plan?
2. How do I get started ?

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Answers to FAQ's

Top 3 Questions:
Q. What is the MDI mini-implant system?
A.
The MDI mini-implant system consists of a miniature titanium implant that acts
like the root of your tooth and a retaining fixture that is incorporated into the base
of your denture. The head of the implant is shaped like a ball, and the retaining
fixture acts like a socket that contains a rubber O-ring.  The O-ring snaps over the
ball when the denture is seated and holds the denture at a predetermined level of
force.  When seated, the denture gently rests on the gum tissue.  The implant
fixtures allow for micro-mobility while withstanding natural lifting forces.
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Q. How much does it cost?
A. Mini-implants are far less expensive than regular full-size implants used to
anchor crowns and bridges. In fact, you can have 4 mini-implants to secure a
loose lower denture for the cost of a single full-size implant.
An implant for a crown is about 1/3 the cost of a full-size implant.

Q. Does it hurt?
A.
No. We don't even start the procedure until you are completely ready, and
the doctor doesn't even have to numb your whole jaw....just the area where the
implants are being placed. Nearly all of our mini-implant patients say they didn't
feel any pain whatsoever.
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General Questions:
Q. What are the primary benefits for having Mini-Implants?
A.
Securely fitting dentures or a single crown in just one day!  That means you
can enjoy eating all of your favorite foods and laughing without fear.

Q. Can anyone have Mini-Implants?
A.
Not always.  Severe diabetes may cause difficulty in healing, and patients with
any serious health issues should not have the procedure without approval of their
primary medical doctor. Patients with a serious addiction to cigarettes should
consider cutting back on how often they smoke each day prior to and after
having Mini-Implants placed.
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Q. I just had my dentist make me a new set of dentures. Can I still have Mini-Implants?
A.
Yes.  In fact, the newer they are and the nicer they look is the best time to
have mini-implants. Unfortunately, less than 10% of all dentists have the training
and experience to do Mini-Implants, but Dr. Scott will be very happy to help you
using your current dentures.  In fact, he prefers saving you time and money by
using your old dentures, unless they are too old an worn out.
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Q. Can I go to any dentist to get Mini-Implants?
A.
No. As mentioned above, less than 10% of all dentists have the training and
experience to do Mini-Implants.  Doctor Scott is certified to use the IMTEC
Mini-Implant System and also has many years of implant and prosthetic (dentures)
experience. We will gladly work in harmony with what your own dentist has done
for you by improving your existing dentures and partials with mini-implants.
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Cost:
Q. Can I have a payment plan?
A. Yes. We offer several choices of payment, including interest-free monthly
payments for 12 months. Mini-implants are far less expensive than regular full-size
implants used to anchor crowns and bridges. In fact, you can have 4 mini-implants
to secure a loose lower denture for the cost of one full-size implant and crown.

Q. How do I get started?
Contact us to make an appointment for a Free Consultation to learn more about
mini-implants for crowns or dentures.

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