A dental implant is a long-lasting tooth replacement option when a tooth is lost prematurely. Implants are a titanium screw, which is surgically placed in the jawbone below the gums. After a period of healing in which the bone integrates with the implant, the dentist will then place a dental restoration on the implant post. Depending on your treatment needs, this could be a dental crown or bridge, complete or partial dentures, or full-arched fixed prosthetic. Because implants fuse to the bone, they provide additional stability that helps dentures and other forms of artificial teeth feel more natural and fit more comfortably. Modern implant technology provides the most natural function and appearance for a replacement
tooth for many years to come.