Do Mini Dental Implants Require Bone Grafts?

In this video, Dr. Ruedi Tillmann explains whether bone grafting is necessary for mini dental implants and how the process works. Contact us in Kaysville or Greater Salt Lake City, UT, for a free consultation to learn more.

One of the major advantages of mini dental implants is that they typically do not require a bone graft. In approximately 90% of cases, a mini implant can be securely placed in areas of the bone where a conventional implant would otherwise necessitate a graft.

With a conventional implant, the process often involves a bone graft, followed by implant placement, and then a waiting period of up to nine months to allow for healing before restoring the tooth with a crown or bridge. In contrast, mini implants streamline the process significantly. They can be placed and immediately used to support a denture, crown, or bridge, often in a single visit.

This procedure is typically completed in about an hour, allowing patients to leave the office with a functional restoration the same day. The immediacy, convenience, and reduced need for invasive procedures make mini implants an excellent choice for many patients.