Depending on whether a patient requires a bone graft, the process may take a few steps. Bone grafts are the first step. Once there is an adequate amount of bone in the jaw, we may begin the placement of the implant. The process of osseointegration takes a few months as the implant properly fuses to the jawbone. Afterward, we will place an abutment and allow the gums to heal. Finally, we can place the permanent prosthesis, such as a crown or denture.