Your guide to the most frequently asked questions about dental implants. If you avoid smiling or eating in public because your denture may slip or a space left by a missing tooth may show, dental implants may be an option for you. Implant patients come from all ages and backgrounds. Whatever your particular circumstances, dental implants can provide a sense of security and well-being that can't be matched.
Dental implants are artificial substitutes for natural tooth roots.
They act as an anchor for a false tooth or a set of false teeth. An Endosteal implant is placed directly into the bone, like natural tooth roots, and may be used for many purposes. A Subperiosteal implant is used when the bone has atrophied and jaw structure is limited. The lightweight, individually-designed metal framework fits over the remaining bone. The amount and location of the available bone and whether new bone can be created determine the kind of implant that is best to use.