If your dentures are slipping and sliding around your mouth, you’re not alone. Traditional dentures often come loose over time, causing difficulties chewing or speaking clearly. One of the most common solutions we’ve found is using dental implants to anchor your denture in place. According to recent data in the National Library of Medicine (NLM), patients with implant-supported dentures reported significantly higher satisfaction in comfort, stability, and chewing ability! But the same dataset also showed that implant dentures are expensive and may be inaccessible to patients on a budget. But what if there were another option that combined stability with affordability? Introducing: Mini implant dentures! Mini implant dentures are a cost-effective alternative to conventional implant dentures that we offer at our office in East Longmeadow, MA.
What Makes the Cost of Mini Implant Dentures More Affordable?
Dental implants are titanium screws that we place in your jawbone to replace missing teeth. Thanks to titanium’s biocompatibility, these screws integrate with your jaw, forming a strong foundation for restorations like dentures.
Conventional implant-supported dentures are strong, anchoring your denture in place. Patients often find that with these restorations, they can speak and chew normally like they would with natural teeth! But unfortunately, conventional implants are relatively expensive. These titanium posts have multiple components and require several placement appointments over 4 to 5 months. But the more pieces and appointments you have, the pricier your procedure will be.
But East Longmeadow Family Dental Center offers another, much more affordable solution. At our office, we offer mini dental implants as an alternative to conventional dental implants. These titanium posts are half the size of conventional implants, but just as strong. Thanks to their titanium build, mini implants are able to anchor your dentures in place and restore your ability to speak and chew. However, they differ significantly in price.
In most cases, mini implant dentures cost less than their conventional counterparts because:
They have fewer components- They require fewer appointments
- They need fewer additional procedures
Mini implants are a single titanium post without multiple components. With only one piece to pay for, most patients find them more affordable. Additionally, these implants only need one placement procedure, saving you time and money.
And finally, mini dental implants are small, so they require a lot less bone than conventional implants. Most patients with conventional implant dentures need bone grafting procedures to rebuild lost bone, as the jaw naturally deteriorates after tooth loss. But with mini implants, we can fit these titanium posts in smaller areas of bone, preventing the need for additional procedures.
Does Insurance Cover Mini Implant Dentures?
Having dental insurance is a little like having a coupon for dental care. Similar to how coupons work in a store, you may get a certain percentage off (or be covered) depending on what you’re buying.
Dental insurance covers most restorative and general care, such as dental crowns and routine cleanings. However, many insurance plans don’t cover dental implants.
Implant dentistry is seen by many insurance companies as “cosmetic,” meaning not “medically necessary.” Unfortunately, that means that your mini implant dentures may not be covered, leaving you with out-of-pocket costs.
But it’s important to note that dental insurance plans vary. Yours may cover implants, or even part of your treatment like the denture restoration. To learn what your insurance plan covers, book a free consultation with us in East Longmeadow! There, we will review your insurance plan and help you understand what your coverage includes.
Make the Cost of Mini Implant Dentures More Affordable With Financing
If you’re worried about insurance coverage for your implant dentures, we do have a solution. At East Longmeadow Family Dental Center, we offer flexible financing options to help patients make their dental care more affordable.
We partner with third-party financing companies like CareCredit to split your costs into manageable monthly payments. CareCredit is a popular health care credit card that works at hundreds of locations across the United States. Once approved, you’ll receive a card with a specific balance, and you can use it for multiple healthcare-related expenses, including dental implants!
To learn if you’re eligible for financing, bring it up during your free consultation. We will use a soft credit check to learn if you’re pre-approved and help you choose between plans that fit your budget.
Visit East Longmeadow Family Dental Center to Learn More
Implant dentures help patients with loose dentures feel secure again. But conventional dental implants make restoring your smile difficult for patients on a budget. Fortunately, we offer mini implant dentures to keep your care more affordable! These mini dental implants are smaller and sleeker, lowering their price significantly. And with possible insurance coverage or dental financing, we can find a solution that won’t break your wallet.
Book a free consultation with us today to learn what your mini implant dentures may cost.
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