Inclusion Criteria:  Patients of either sex and at least 18 years of age. Patients for whom a decision has already been made to use a dental implant for the restoration of existing edentulism in the mandible and/or maxilla. Prior extracted sites or simultaneous extraction/implant placement. Patients must be physically able to tolerate conventional surgical and restorative procedures. Patients who provide a signed informed consent. Patients who agree to be evaluated for each study visit.  Exclusion Criteria:  Patients who are known to be pregnant at the screening visit or planning to become pregnant within 6 months of study enrollment. Patients who have previously failed dental implants at the site intended for study implant placement. Patients with active HIV or Hepatitis infection.