 How
are Mini-Implants placed?Placement of the implants is
accomplished quickly and easily in a process performed in the
dentist's office, with local anesthesia or light sp to help make you
more comfortable. Using a precise, controlled, minimally invasive
surgical technique, MDI Implants are placed into the jawbone. The
heads of the implants protrude from the gum tissue and provide a
strong, solid foundation for securing your dentures. It is a
one-step procedure that involves minimally invasive surgery, no
sutures nor the typical months of healing.
What will my first day be like?
Leave the denture in place until bedtime. You should not
experience any excessive bleeding. There will be some mild
discomfort, but this should be minimal and controlled by the pain
medication you have been given. If needed, take the pain medication
only as directed. The denture should feel secure. You may eat as
soon as you wish, but avoid excessively hard or sticky foods for a
period recommended by your dentist. Upon removing the denture,
rinse your mouth with an antiseptic mouthwash and clean around each
implant fixture with a cotton swab and toothpaste. Use a cotton
swab for three days. After that use your ACCESS toothbrush. It has
been specifically designed to clean your implants and gently
stimulate the surrounding gum tissue.
How do I place and remove my dentures?
The implants and the O-ring fixtures must be clean and free from
debris. Grasp the denture with both hands and lightly seat the
denture, feeling that the O-rings are resting above the ball head of
the implants, then press down firmly and equally on both sides.
Make sure that you feel the implant heads easily fitting each
O-ring. You will feel the denture snap into place. If you have
trouble seating your denture, first make sure that the implants and
denture are absolutely clean. Secondly, make sure that you feel the
implants resting over each socket. A light touch will give you the
best results. Remember to push downward equally on both sides. If
you are still experiencing difficulty, see if a spouse or family
member can assist you in placing the denture.
To remove the denture, place your thumbs under each side of the
lower denture rim and push both sides upward at the same time. The
tongue can also assist in this simple removal process.
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