DENTAL IMPLANTS (PART 1)

What Are Implants?

Dental implants are artificial substitutes for natural tooth roots. They act as an anchor for a false tooth or a set of false teeth. Implants have been in use for many years, they are effective, natural-looking replacements for missing teeth. After a thorough evaluation your dentist surgically prepares your jaw and makes your prosthesis (substitute teeth).

The Fixture

Titanium fixtures (like screws) are inserted surgically into the jawbone. The operation is usually carried out under local anesthetic and lasts for approximately one hour. In the course of healing the titanium fixtures take firm root in the jawbone. Healing times vary depending on upper or lower jawbone.