Who is a Good Candidate for Mini Dental Implants?

In this video, Dr. John Coolican, an experienced Wilkes-Barre implant dentist, illustrates the qualities that determine if a patient would be an ideal recipient for mini dental implants.

A good candidate for mini dental implants typically include individuals who have or may not have bone density for the old fashioned style implant or prefer an immediate result less invasiveness, less cost, less visits to the dentist, and much less healing time. It may be the best solution when a patient is told they need bone grafting before having that old style conventional implant, it should be considered the first choice often in medically compromised individuals due to its minimal invasiveness. It is best to consult your mini dental implant professional to determine if the mini dental implant is suitable for your specific situation.

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MEET JOHN P. COOLICAN DMD, FICOI, DIAMDI, FAGD

Dr. Coolican is a second-generation dentist and graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. With a deep passion for serving the residents of Eastern Pennsylvania, he has remained committed to staying on the cutting edge of implant dentistry through continuing education in the best treatment modalities and technologies.

As a practitioner focused on dental implants, Dr. Coolican maintains an unwavering dedication to excellence. He completed a comprehensive general dental practice residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and the VA Hospital System.

His professional achievements include:

  • Fellow International Congress of Oral Implantologists (FICOI)
  • Diplomat, Founding Member, and President Elect of the International Academy of Mini Dental Implants
  • Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
  • Member International Dental Implant Association (IDIA)
  • Member Academy of Osseointegration

Dr. Coolican’s expertise is unparalleled, having successfully placed nearly 10,000 Mini and One-Piece Dental Implants since 2004 and completing over 1,000 hours in advanced continuing education. Dr. Coolican’s experience and expertise in this technique surpasses any other doctor in Eastern Pennsylvania and other surrounding states.

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