What is a dental implant?

An implant has two parts: a root made of biocompatible metal, and a custom-made tooth crown which is attached to it. Most implants are made of titanium, an inert metal proven effective at fusing with living bone. Implants are considered by many dentists to be more conservative than traditional bridges, there is no need to shape adjacent healthy teeth. Because implants are anchored into the bone like the roots of your teeth, they act like natural teeth.

Who is a candidate for dental implants?

Anyone in reasonable health who wants to replace missing teeth. You must have enough bone in the area of the missing teeth to provide for the anchorage of the implants. We use implants to replace small bridges, full dentures, removable partial dentures and missing single teeth.