Dr. Stuart Goff Discusses Mini Dental Implants

(Newswire.net — January 29, 2017) Buffalo, New York — Dental implants are a restoration procedure for patients who have lost natural teeth due to injury or neglect. Dr. Stuart Goff, a dental health provider with many years of expertise in oral implantation services, knows that not all patients have the bone structure needed for successful dental implantation. A popular and effective alternative to traditional implants is the so-called mini dental implant, introduced in 1999 and growing quickly within the oral health industry. “Mini implants have revolutionized implantation dentistry, especially in cases where traditional implants simply won’t work,” says Dr. Goff. “They are a great way to restore a patient’s smile.” To learn more about Dr. Goff’s work, visit XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX.

Dental implants are surgically placed in the patient’s jawbone below the gum line. The patient’s natural bone structure and density anchors the base of the implant, ensuring that the replacement tooth or teeth will not come loose. Like traditional dental implants, mini implants use titanium posts to position replacement teeth in the correct area of the jaw. The primary differences are in the length and diameter of the post and the shape of the post’s top. In mini dental implants, the replacement teeth are positioned using a ball-and-socket method, with the top of the titanium post shaped like a ball. The replacement teeth are fitted with a rubber O-ring that snugs over the ball top. These implants are very secure and will not slip. Dental practitioners use mini dental implants to replace dentures as well as to support some types of dentures. Patients can speak and eat confidently without worries that dentures will become dislodged or damaged.

An added benefit of mini dental implants over traditional implantation methods is that the procedure is completed in about an hour and is considered minimally invasive. “Patients concerned about the invasive nature of traditional implants, or those without sufficient jawbone density, are ideal candidates for mini implants. “Patients can eat and drink within an hour after the procedure,” adds. Dr. Goff.

Dr. Stuart Goff, DDS, is a leading authority on dental implantation. He recently presented findings of a unique case study to the attendees of Harvard’s Oral Health Seminar at the university’s School of Dentistry. The case revolved around the surgical removal of a coronal tooth fragment and endosseus implant in a patient who had suffered facial trauma. The dual-step procedure was completed successfully. For more information on Dr. Goff’s presentation at Harvard, visit https://newswire.net/newsroom/pr/00094650-dr-stuart-goff-dds-presents-case-study.html.