Dental implants are medical devices surgically implanted into the jaw to restore a person's ability
to chew or their appearance. They provide support for artificial (fake) teeth, such as crowns,
bridges, or dentures. When a tooth is lost due to injury or disease, a person can experience
complications such as rapid bone loss, defective speech, or changes to chewing patterns that result
in discomfort. Replacing a lost tooth with a dental implant can significantly improve the patient's
quality of life and health
Dental implant systems consist of a dental implant body and dental implant abutment and may also
include an abutment fixation screw. The dental implant body is surgically inserted in the jawbone
in place of the tooth's root. The dental implant abutment is usually attached to the implant body by
the abutment fixation screw and extends through gums into the mouth to support the attached
artificial teeth.
In general, dental implants may be right for you if you:
Have one or more missing teeth
Have a jawbone that's reached full growth
Have adequate bone to secure the implants or are able to have a bone graft
Have healthy oral tissues
Don't have health conditions that will affect bone healing
Are unable or unwilling to wear dentures
Want to improve your speech
Are willing to commit several months to the process