A dental implant is a replacement tooth root. It can be used to replace a single tooth or multiple teeth. The tooth root implant is first placed into the bone socket of the missing tooth. Once the dental implant has bonded to the jawbone, a connector post is attached into the implant. This post allows for a prosthetic tooth to be connected into the replacement root.

Dental implants provide both functionality and aesthetical value to the look of a smile. Instead of having to worry about dentures slipping or missing teeth, dental implants allow you to eat and smile without hesitation. You clean dental implants like you would with regular teeth—brushing your teeth, flossing, and visiting your general dentist for cleanings on a regular basis. No more worrying about denture paste, special cleaning methods, or difficulties eating. In crown and bridge procedures, to replace a missing tooth, two adjacent teeth are required to be cut down to get a bridge but in the case of an implant there is no need to touch the adjacent healthy teeth.

Dental implants can also be used for anchored denture procedures, enhancing the strength and stability of dentures and reducing the chances of slippage along the gums.