Comments on: Mini Dental Implant procedure by Dr. Chris Kammer

By: oldrocker1951

oldrocker1951 — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

I notice that “this …
I notice that “this” proceedure is being done for the replacement of two original front teeth with crowns. Is this the same basic proceedure and equipment used for anchoring full dentures? Is it possible to have this proceedure done for the retainment of full “upper” dentures as well as the typical lowers? Do mini implants require completely new dentures or can they adapt my existing dentures with mating retaining sockets to fit the implant posts? What is the typical co$t??

By: VOD56

VOD56 — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

no. local …
no. local anesthesia only.

By: TheSmileExperts

TheSmileExperts — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

Yes you can place …
Yes you can place bicuspids and molars in the maxillary on a case by case basis with an eye on the sinus. I consult with the Shatkins if I have a question because they have placed thousands of these. That is also a free service of the Samuel Shatkin First Lab if you need it. Samuel Shatkin is a Facial plastic Surgeon and an oral surgeon as well. He knows anatomy. Certainly you can get patients a scan as well for back up but you may want to talk to the Shatkins (Todd and Sam) first.

By: landan625

landan625 — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

Are you able to …
Are you able to place these mini implants in the maxillary section of the jaw (i.e. the molar and bicuspid area) without a sinus lift? Or it that a danger area?

By: TheSmileExperts

TheSmileExperts — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

As the name implies …
As the name implies, the mini implants are smaller. They are also less invasive, more comfortable healing, immediately usable (instead of waiting 3-6 months) and less expensive. They are appropriate on a case selection basis. They work, although many less informed practitioners may say otherwise.

Neither are prone to failure. They both have similarly high success ratios of over 92 -96%.

By: landan625

landan625 — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

What is the …
What is the difference between mini implants and root form implants? I was told to steer clear of minis because the cylinders are too narrow and would not withstand chewing forces. But I see the root form implants are also prone to failure.

By: TheSmileExperts

TheSmileExperts — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

Video seems fine to …
Video seems fine to me DrAnil80. Please message me if you are still having trouble.

By: dranil80

dranil80 — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

this video is not …
this video is not opening at all…..can u plz any one help why its happeninig like this..

By: ncrlx3277

ncrlx3277 — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

Was he put out for …
Was he put out for this procedure?

By: trebojeel17

trebojeel17 — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:25:51 +0000

yup i guess mostly …
yup i guess mostly but it depends on the bone dentsity the heightand the width..but i rather to use these mdi’s from mandibular anterior region.not also depends on the tooth size…the bone density also.. hope i answered your question and give some correct info..you can correct me if i’m wrong..tnx..: )