Limited Jawbone
You've been told there isn't enough bone for conventional, 4mm implants.
Mini Dental Implants
Replace small missing teeth
Mini dental implants are newer and smaller (about 3mm wide) titanium posts dentists use to replace smaller teeth or steady a wobbly denture. You can benefit from a less invasive procedure with faster recovery.
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Location convenience
Choose form 4 clinics
0% financing
Available up to 3 years
Pain management
Sedation options available
Experienced dentists
Clinicians with advanced training
Support for nervous patients
Calm, pressure-free care
Emergency appointments
Urgent dental care available
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Health-focused consultations
Understand options before deciding
Suitability first
Are Mini Dental Implants a Good Option for You?
Choose mini dental implants, if you meet the criteria below or have the following requirements.
Narrow Teeth Gaps
Well suited when the gaps caused by missing teeth are too narrow for standard implants.
Wear Loose Dentures
Mini dental implants are great for improving the stability of dentures that slip or shift.
Wish to Avoid Bone Grafting
The mini implant procedure is a simpler option that doesn’t require additional procedures.
Quick Recovery
Most patients recover faster from mini implant surgery than conventional implant procedures.
Limited Budget
Smaller implants don’t cost as much as the bigger ones, making mini implants cost-effective for most.
The treatment journey
Mini dental implant placement procedure explained
We make undergoing mini dental implant surgery anxiety-free and convenient for each and every patient.
1Consultation
Consultation and planning
Your dentist reviews your health history, takes X-rays or a scan, and checks that you have enough bone width to support a mini implant.
2Planning
Pain management
The area is numbed before anything begins, so you shouldn't feel more than mild pressure during the procedure.
3Placement
Implant placement
The narrow titanium post is inserted directly into the jawbone. Because mini implants are so slim, this can often be done without cutting or stitches.
4Restoration
Attaching your new tooth or denture
Once the implant is secure, your crown, bridge or denture can often be fitted the same day, thanks to the implant's immediate stability.
5Aftercare
Healing and follow-up
The bone fuses around the implant over the following weeks, and we'll check in to make sure everything's settling in as it should.
Clinician trust
Meet your mini implant dentists
Our implantology team is led by Dr Pedro Coelho, one of the UK's most experienced implant dentists, having trained directly under the inventor of All-on-4. All our implant clinicians hold advanced qualifications and have extensive hands-on experience with various implant procedures.
Receive comprehensive advice before receiving your implants
Tailored treatment plans made just for you
Implant placement done by dentists with training in implantology
Dr. Pedro Coelho
Dentist
GDC 297274
Compare your options
Mini Dental Implants vs Standard Implants vs Front Tooth Implants
Understand all your options before choosing mini dental implants.
| Mini Dental Implants | Standard Implants | Front Tooth Implants | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Narrow, around 3mm | Thicker, 3.5mm or more | 3.0-4.2mm, sized to the individual tooth |
| Bone Needed | Works with less bone | More bone needed, grafting more likely | Enough bone plus healthy gum contour |
| Procedure | Minimally invasive, no cuts or stitches | More involved, sometimes staged | Precise placement, often same-day surgery |
| Best for | Replacing smaller teeth | Replacing molars or back teeth | Natural-looking smile restoration |
Mini Dental Implants
- Size
- Narrow, around 3mm
- Bone Needed
- Works with less bone
- Procedure
- Minimally invasive, no cuts or stitches
- Best for
- Replacing smaller teeth
Standard Implants
- Size
- Thicker, 3.5mm or more
- Bone Needed
- More bone needed, grafting more likely
- Procedure
- More involved, sometimes staged
- Best for
- Replacing molars or back teeth
Front Tooth Implants
- Size
- 3.0-4.2mm, sized to the individual tooth
- Bone Needed
- Enough bone plus healthy gum contour
- Procedure
- Precise placement, often same-day surgery
- Best for
- Natural-looking smile restoration
Not sure which is right for you? Our team can talk you through all the choices.
Ask the teamTreatment fees
Upfront pricing. Transparent terms.
All prices include the consultation, scans, the procedure, and the prosthetic teeth. The exact cost is confirmed at your consultation.
Not sure which implant option suits you? The team will advise at your consultation.
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All cost estimates are provided in accordance with GDC clinical standards. Financing is arranged through FCA-authorised third-party credit providers.
Proven Outcomes
See the change. Notice the Complete Smiles difference.
Our patients share how implants, aligners, cosmetic treatments, and more helped them achieve stunning smiles and regain confidence.
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Full mouth rehabilitation
Before and after smile restoration with All-on-4 implants.
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Smile makeover with All-on-4
Before and after All-on-4 single (upper) arch treatment.
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Smile makeover with composite bonding
Before and after improving the appearance of teeth with composite bonding.
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Fixing a tooth gap with a dental implant
Before and after single tooth implant to replace one missing tooth.
Our Practices
Find your nearest Complete Smiles practice
Four welcoming practices serving patients in London, the Midlands and the south coast.
30 College Rd, Harrow, HA1 1BE
Harrow Town Centre
Our flagship practice in the heart of Harrow, offering a complete range of private dental care.
Dental ImplantsEmergencyInvisalignCosmetic
020 4541 1150
43 High Street, Harrow-on-the-Hill, HA1 3HZ
Harrow-on-the-Hill
Open 24/7
24/7 emergency dentist in Harrow for out-of-hours patients. Also popular for implants and cosmetic dentistry.
After-hours CareDental ImplantsCosmeticOral Surgery
020 4541 1150
5 Small Lane, Eccleshall, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST21 6AD
Stafford
Modern, welcoming care for the local community — from check-ups to advanced restorative work.
GeneralDental ImplantsHygieneTeeth Whitening
017 8533 4822
1 W Hill Pl, Bournemouth BH2 5NX, United Kingdom
Bournemouth
This south coast practice delivers Complete Smiles quality in Dorset, with modern facilities and a friendly team.
CosmeticImplantsInvisalignWhitening
012 0221 0522
Patient Questions
Common questions about mini dental implants
Mini implants are built as one solid piece instead of two, whereas standard implants come with an abutment (or a healing cap). Mini implants also narrower than conventional implants.
On average, mini implants last somewhere between 6 and 9 years. Standard implants can last a lifetime, so it's worth keeping that in mind if you're comparing value rather than just the price tag.
Yes, when used for replacing teeth that matches its size. Using mini implants for bigger teeth like the back molars will make them wear out sooner.
In most cases, yes. This is especially true when they're being used to stabilise a denture. Some same-day implant procedures are available with mini dental implants. Enquire with us directly for specific information.
Typically, no. Same as with standard implants, NHS funding only stretches to highly specific medical circumstances most people don’t qualify for. Getting mini implants privately is the best and only option for the average patient.
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