Implants

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Family, cosmetic and implant dentistry

Dr. Steven Haywood, DDS

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4 S. Main St, Shrewsbury, PA

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A dental implant with a porcelain crown
Sized to fitPlanned in 3D
Dr. Steven Haywood explaining an implant on a tooth model
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Dental implants

Mini Implants

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Not sure a smaller implant suits you? A 3D scan will show us.

Implants sized to fit your mouth, and cared for so they last.

Sized for the space

Planned on a 3D scan

Care that protects your implants

What's included

  • An exam, X-rays and a 3D CBCT scan
  • An implant sized for your space and bone
  • Cleanings every 3 to 4 months
  • Home-care tools and tips
  • A night guard if you grind or clench

What is a mini implant?

Implants come in set lengths and widths. Full-size implants are 2.8 mm or wider; smaller ones can fit narrow spaces, such as some front teeth.

Caring for your implants

Implants can't decay, but the gums around them need extra care. Cleanings every 3 to 4 months and good home care help them last.

Dr. Haywood and Madi Backel treating a patient

The right size, the right care

No two spaces in the mouth are the same. Dr. Haywood sizes each implant to the space and the bone available, then the team helps you keep it healthy for years.

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Benefits

A smaller implant, planned with care.

Sized to fit

Implants are chosen in a length and width that suit your space.

Planned in 3D

A CBCT scan shows how much bone there is to work with.

Can't decay

Implants don't get cavities and resist plaque better than teeth.

Cleaned the right way

Titanium or plastic tools protect the implant surface.

Protected at night

A custom night guard shields implants from grinding.

Real stories, real smiles

Rated 4.8 from 111 reviews on
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“Dr Haywood and his team are so amazing! They are very accommodating for the normal dental anxiety. After receiving services from him I have had a lot of compliments on the work he did.”

Michelle N.

“Had a quick and easy wisdom tooth removal with Dr. Haywood. Made me feel very comfortable the whole way. Definitely the most professional and enjoyable dental experience I've had.”

Luke M.

“Kelley at the front desk made me feel welcome from my very first phone call. Madi, the dental assistant, was incredibly thorough, knowledgeable, and attentive. Dr. Haywood and his entire team provide exceptional patient care.”

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Planned on a 3D scan, cared for after

A dental treatment room in Shrewsbury, PA
Madi Backel caring for a patient
The sterilization area at Southern York Smile Care

Every implant starts with a careful look at your bone.

Dr. Steven Haywood, DDS, a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, reviews your X-rays and a 3D CBCT scan before choosing an implant size.

3D CBCT scan

Planned

Shows the amount of bone and where the implant should go.

Sized for you

Custom

Length and width are chosen for your mouth and the tooth replaced.

Implant cleanings

3–4 months

Gums seal less firmly around implants, so they need cleanings more often.

Night guard

Protected

Grinding puts sideways force on implants; a custom guard helps protect them.

Kelley Fisher going over a treatment plan with patients

How it works

01

Size the implant to you

Dr. Haywood reviews your X-rays and a CBCT scan, then chooses an implant length and width for your space.

02

Clean more often

Cleanings every 3 to 4 months, with titanium or plastic tools, keep the gums around your implant healthy.

03

Protect it at home

Interdental brushes, a water irrigator and a night guard if you grind help your implant last.

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Plain answers about dental implants.

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Frequently asked questions

How is the size of an implant chosen?

Implants come in set lengths and widths, and full-size implants are 2.8 mm or wider. Dr. Haywood checks your X-rays and CBCT scan to see whether a smaller implant suits your case. See how implants are planned in 3D.

Why do implants need more frequent cleanings?

Gums seal tightly around natural teeth. Around an implant the seal is weaker and more prone to inflammation, so cleanings every 3 to 4 months are recommended.

Can implants get cavities or gum disease?

Implants don't decay, and they resist plaque better than teeth. The pockets around them are deeper, though, so careful daily cleaning still matters.

How should I clean my implants at home?

Use interdental brushes, a water irrigator and an end-tuft or electric toothbrush. Rinsing with water or a chlorhexidine rinse is often recommended.

Why does grinding matter if I have implants?

Implants handle normal chewing well, but the sideways force of grinding can loosen them. A custom night guard helps. See night guards.

Answers to common questions about mini implants and implant care in Shrewsbury, PA.