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In the 1950s, researchers accidentally discovered that titanium could bond with living bone<\/a><\/strong>. Ever since, the world of implantology has been changed forever. We use titanium for hip and knee replacements, as well as tooth replacement with dental implants. These titanium screws are able to integrate with your jawbone, providing a strong foundation for tooth replacement restorations. Today, you can choose from a variety of implant types, all made from the same strong titanium material. At Sonora Dentist, we offer innovative small-diameter dental implants to replace teeth. While they’re smaller and sleeker than traditional implants, they’re just as powerful thanks to their biocompatible titanium design.<\/p>\n

Small-Diameter Dental Implants vs. Large-Diameter Implants<\/h2>\n

Small-diameter implantes<\/a><\/strong> are typically measured as anything 3 mm or less in diameter<\/a><\/strong>. To put that size in perspective, it’s about the width of a toothpick. While that may sound big enough already, large-diameter implants are between 3 mm and around 6 mm in diameter. On average, they’re closer to the width of an eraser at the end of a pencil than the width of a toothpick.<\/p>\n

While both implants are made of high-quality titanium, they have key differences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/th>\nSmall-Diameter Dental Implants<\/strong><\/th>\nLarge-Diameter Dental Implants<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Accessibility<\/strong><\/td>\nBecause of their smaller size, these implants are able to fit in less jawbone material. For patients who’ve lost bone structure, small-diameter implants may still be an option<\/a><\/strong>.<\/td>\nLarger implants need ample bone structure. For patients who’ve lost jawbone over time, replacing missing teeth with these implants may be more difficult.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Procedure<\/strong><\/td>\nSmall-diameter implants are less invasive because of their slimmer design. Their smaller diameter requires a smaller opening in your jaw, allowing for an easier recovery.<\/td>\nThe larger the implant, the larger the opening will need to be. For large-diameter implants, we may need to open up your gums to create a larger opening in your jaw.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Estructura<\/strong><\/td>\nNot only are small-diameter implants slim, but they’re also much sleeker than other implants. These titanium posts have a one-piece design that makes placing them simpler.<\/td>\nLarger diameter implants have multiple components. To place them, we need to place each component separately at a different appointment, which can take several months.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

There are use cases for both small-diameter and large-diameter implants. But in most cases, the smaller and less invasive the implant, the better for the patient. To learn if you’re eligible for smaller implants, book a free implant consultation with us in Sonora, CA.<\/p>\n

The Benefits of Small-Diameter Dental Implants<\/h2>\n

Small-diameter dental implants are an excellent option for most patients because they require less bone and offer many benefits. These advantages include:<\/p>\n