What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a small titanium post that is placed within the jaw to replace a missing tooth root.
After the implant heals and integrates with the surrounding bone, it can support a custom restoration such as:
Unlike traditional tooth replacement options that sit on top of the gums, implants become part of the jaw itself, creating a stable foundation for replacement teeth.
How Are Dental Implants Placed?
During the procedure, we numb the area and carefully place the implant into the jawbone. Over the following months, the bone fuses with the implant through a process called osseointegration.
Once healing is complete, we attach a connector called an abutment, followed by the final restoration.
Are Dental Implants Permanent?
Dental implants are designed to be a long-term solution for missing teeth.
The implant itself can often last for decades and, in many cases, a lifetime with proper care. The crown or restoration attached to the implant may eventually need maintenance or replacement due to normal wear, but the implant foundation is very durable.
Good oral hygiene, routine dental visits, and healthy lifestyle habits all contribute to implant success.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Replace both the tooth and root
- Help preserve jawbone health
- Prevent neighboring teeth from shifting
- Look and feel natural
- Restore chewing ability
- Support long-term oral health
- Don’t require removal for cleaning
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