FAQ

Question 1

What are Dental Implants?

Accepted Answer

Dental implants are small, threaded titanium posts, which are placed in the jaw to replace missing tooth roots. The titanium posts become a permanent part of your jaw and serve as a solid foundation for esthetic, natural restorations.

In most cases, a dental crown is supported by one post, an implant-supported bridge by two or more posts, and a permanent denture by four or more posts. Then, abutments are attached to the top of the implants to securely hold your restorations in place. These abutments and your dental implants create a lasting solution for tooth loss. With proper care, the implant restoration can last a lifetime.

Question 2

Can dental implants preserve bone?

Accepted Answer

This is one of the most important features of dental implants. Once in place and supporting teeth, everyday functional forces (eating, smiling, talking) stimulate the surrounding bone, which responds by becoming stronger and denser. Like all things, there are limits as to how much an implant can do. For that reason, you may require one or more procedures to prepare your oral cavity for implantation.