Dental implant surgery is a procedure that replaces tooth roots with metal, screw-like posts and replaces damaged or missing teeth with artificial teeth that look and function much like real ones. Dental implant surgery can offer a welcome alternative to dentures or bridgework that doesn't fit well.

How dental implant surgery is performed depends on the type of implant and the condition of your jawbone. But all dental implant surgery occurs in stages and may involve several procedures. The major benefit of implants is solid support for your new teeth — a process that requires the bone to heal tightly around the implant. Because this healing requires time, the process can take many months.

Advantages

Implant Surgery can help patients by the following effects:
• Improved appearance.
• Improved speech.
• Improved comfort.
• Easier eating.

Importanr Information

Dental implant surgery can take some time to complete. However, your dentist will do everything he or she can to ensure that your appearance and ability to eat and speak are affected as little as possible during your treatment. He or she will give you a written summary before your treatment starts, outlining an estimated schedule for your individual treatment plan.

It’s very important that you have good dental hygiene if you have implants. Keeping your teeth and gums healthy is a key factor in the success of your treatment.