What is Dental Implant
A dental implant is a small titanium post that is surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as the root of a missing tooth. Once the implant has fused to the jawbone, a replacement tooth called a crown can be attached to the implant. This provides a stable, long-term solution for missing teeth and can improve the appearance and function of the smile.Dental Implants: A tooth has two components, the crown, and the root. When a tooth is lost, the best replacement for the root would be an implant with a crown that will be fixed on top of it. The crown fixed acts as an active tooth and will aid in all the functions the same as the natural tooth. With the advancements in dentistry, the missing tooth can be replaced with an implant in as minimal as 24 hours.
Why Choose Implants?
- Natural feel & look: Stable chewing, clear speech
- Bone preservation: Stimulates jawbone, prevents collapse/sagging
- Long-term value: With care, can last decades
- Teeth-friendly: No grinding of adjacent healthy teeth (unlike bridges)
Who’s a Good Candidate?
One or more missing teeth
Adequate bone or willingness for bone graft/sinus lift
Healthy gums, good oral hygiene
Systemic conditions (e.g., diabetes) under control