A tooth implant, or dental implant, is made to work exactly like your tooth’s original root. A tooth implant is like an anchor for a brand new tooth, which is permanently fixed to your gumline. Your new tooth replacement will be stain-resistant, sturdy, and can quickly restore your smile without the need for other invasive procedures. A tooth implant is gently placed in your gums and behaves much like your natural tooth root, providing a strong anchor for your new artificial tooth or teeth. Our tooth implants can anchor one or multiple tooth restorations, and are also used in conjunction with implant supported dentures. Dr. Rice will consult with you to determine if implant dentistry is right for you and recommend the best options for your smile restoration such as implant supported dentures, regular tooth implants, or other options. And most importantly, he is able to handle all aspects of your tooth implant procedure - from diagnosis, to placement and restorations - conveniently in his Elgin office.