Would Mini Implants Function as an Anchor for a Permanent Bridge?
John asks:
I am 79 and have most of my teeth except the first 4 teeth in my upper left jaw. I don't expect to replace "all" that are missing, only possibly "one (1)" on the "end" to serve as an "anchor" for a permanent bridge to my natural tooth ( which I might have crowned ) so that I can have the function of "chewing" on the left side of my mouth, so as not to place too much of a burden on the other side. Would "mini" implants function for this purpose? If not, what do you suggest?
Hi John
In most cases, connecting natural teeth to implants with a "permanent" or fixed bridge is avoided because of differences in the way your natural teeth and the implants behave under the physiologic forces of chewing.
That said, there are some instances this can be accomplished successfully, however, I would recommend you get a few opinions and consider seeing a specialist known as a Prosthodontist to help you to make a good decision.
In answering your question, "mini-implants" are generally avoided for this type of treatment. Best of luck!
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