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One-Piece Dental Implants Benefits You Should Know About [Video Inside]

One-Piece Dental Implants in Norcross, GA [Video Inside]

When patients first learn about dental implants, they often don’t realize that the type of implant they choose matters a great deal. Many dental offices only offer a standard implant, which typically consists of two components. Traditional dental implants have been shown to be quite effective at replacing missing teeth. However, they have some drawbacks that can affect the health of the implant in your mouth. Thankfully, they’re not the only option. One-piece dental implants have a simpler design, and Dr. Gloria Stingley finds that this design reduces the risk of infection around the implants, medically known as peri-implantitis.

As a Norcross dentist dedicated to improving your oral health, Dr. Stingley always personalizes her approach to do what is best for you. Depending on your needs, she may recommend one-piece dental implants to mitigate the risk of peri-implantitis.

Design Differences Between Standard and One-Piece Dental Implants

One-Piece Dental Implants in Norcross, GA [Video Inside]A conventional dental implant has two key components: the implant post and the connector, or abutment, which secures to the post and holds the replacement tooth in place. The two components screw together, leaving a small microgap between the units.

In contrast, a one-piece dental implant is exactly what it sounds like: an implant made as a single unit. Instead of the post and the connector having to screw together, the one-piece implant contains both the post and the connector in its design, eliminating the microgap. One-piece dental implants can come in sizes similar to a standard implant. However, they can also be made much smaller—sometimes even half the diameter. The smaller one-piece implant is known as a mini dental implant.

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Benefits of One-Piece Implants

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The benefits of one-piece implants are clear. Dr. Stingley has found that one-piece implants offer several distinct advantages over their conventional counterparts.

Helps Reduce the Risk of Peri-Implantitis

The most significant advantage of one-piece dental implants is that Dr. Stingley has found that eliminating the microgap may reduce the risk of peri-implantitis. This term refers to a type of gum disease that can occur around an implant. Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory disease affecting the tissues around a dental implant and is associated with progressive bone loss. Without treatment, it can compromise the implant’s long-term stability.

Because a standard implant has two components, the point where the post and abutment meet leaves a gap that may allow bacterial penetration and micromovement.

With single-piece implants, such as mini dental implants, there is no point where two parts meet. Dr. Stingley finds that a one-piece implant can provide a healthier tooth-replacement option. This is significant because no one needs periodontal disease, bone loss, or implant failure. Because of this reduced infection risk, Dr. Stingley finds that the success rate of mini dental implants is greater than that of conventional implants.

Supports Faster, Gentler Placement

Moreover, another benefit of the one-piece implant is that it uses a much less invasive, faster placement process. To place a conventional implant, Dr. Stingley makes a larger incision in the gums and lifts the gum tissue. Then, she screws the implant into the bone. At a separate visit, she can screw the abutment onto the post.

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To place one-piece implants, Dr. Stingley only needs to make a small hole in the gums and place the implant into the jawbone. The process is gentler on the surrounding tissue than conventional implant placement. In some cases, she can add a temporary, functional replacement on top. You might be able to leave your visit with a complete smile that same day.

Accommodates Reduced Bone Volume

Another benefit of the one-piece implant is that it can be used for patients who have experienced bone loss. Dr. Stingley may be able to use a smaller one-piece implant when a conventional implant is too large to fit into the jawbone.

Learn about One-Piece Dental Implants at a Free Screening

The advantages of one-piece dental implants are quite clear. Their one-piece design eliminates the space between the implant and the abutment and may provide a healthier restoration. Choosing between a standard and a one-piece dental implant ultimately comes down to what best suits your needs. Dr. Stingley makes that decision after thoroughly evaluating your bone volume, oral health, and treatment goals. She uses a tailored assessment and recommends a one-piece implant when it will give you the strongest, longest-lasting result.

Dr. Stingley has been helping Norcross patients achieve healthy, confident smiles for over 30 years. Our practice provides comprehensive free screenings to those who move forward with treatment. Book your free screening today.

Dr. Gloria Stingley
Dr. Gloria Stingley

Dr. Stingley has delivered comprehensive dental care in Gwinnett County for nearly three decades. She founded Carter-Rockbridge General Dentistry, P.C. in 1995 with a clear goal: provide accessible, relationship-based care without compromising clinical standards. A native of rural Mississippi, Dr. Stingley was inspired to pursue dentistry at age ten. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master of Science degrees in Biology from Tougaloo College and Jackson State University, followed by her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry. She completed a one-year Advanced General Dentistry program in 1993 to expand her clinical expertise in both routine and complex procedures. During her service in the U.S. Army, Dr. Stingley received the Army Commendation Medal from her direct commander, who recognized her as an exemplary dentist. She also earned congressional laudatory recognition from Colonel Gene Withrow, USA DENTAC commanding officer, for a research project in which she competed against 30 dentists from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, ranking fifth overall. The recognition was presented at Fort Benning, Georgia. In addition, she later provided comprehensive dental care for children through the Gwinnett County Health Department. Dr. Stingley is an active member of the American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, Georgia Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. She has held leadership roles throughout Gwinnett County, including serving as chairperson of the Board of Trustees for Four Corners Primary Care Centers, Inc., and holding leadership positions with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and the Peachtree Corners Rotary Club. Patients choose Dr. Stingley for her clinical precision, direct communication, and steady approach, especially those who may feel anxious or unsure about returning to dental care. If you are looking for experienced, accountable dentistry in Norcross, Carter-Rockbridge General Dentistry is ready to serve you.