An implant is a small bio-compatible titanium screw that is inserted in the jaw to replace the root portion of a tooth. Dental implants have been shown to actually integrate with the surrounding bone to form a solid foundation for the porcelain tooth that is placed on top.

Benefits of Dental Implants

The benefits of implants are many. They look, feel and function like natural teeth. Implanted teeth are fixed and therefore eliminate the need for removable partials or fixed bridges. Dental implants can replace a single tooth or several teeth and can also be used to stabilize complete upper or lower dentures. The use of implants provides patients with a superior technique to replace missing teeth resulting in improved comfort, speech, chewing and a better sense of self-esteem.