2. Implant Selection
Selecting the correct mini implant
Determine the optimum Infinitas mini implant body size (length and diameter):
The 1.5mm diameter is selected for interproximal insertions whilst the 2.0mm size is reserved for sites with good root clearance.
A long (9mm) body length is ideal for posterior maxillary sites whereas the shorter (6mm) length is better suited where less cancellous bone depth and/or higher cortical depth occurs e.g. anterior.
Determine the optimum Infinitas mini implant neck length.
The short neck versions are preferred except where the mucosa is thick e.g. edentulous and palatal sites. The tissue thickness may be checked using a periodontal probe (with or without an endodontic stopper on the probe).
Colour |
Diam. |
Body |
Neck |
Code |
Typical Insertion Sites |
|
1.5 |
6 |
short |
DB10-0001 |
Anterior maxilla - perpendicular insertions |
|
1.5 |
9 |
short |
DB10-0002 |
Anterior maxilla - oblique insertions |
|
1.5 |
9 |
long |
DB10-0004 |
Maxilla - palatal alveolus |
|
2.0 |
6 |
long |
DB10-0007 |
Mid-palate |
|
2.0 |
9 |
long |
DB10-0008 |
Edentulous areas |
