Dental Implant

Titanium implant surgical placement.

Dental implants are titanium posts surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as artificial tooth roots. Over 3–6 months, the bone fuses with the implant surface (osseointegration), creating a permanent, stable foundation for a crown, bridge, or denture. Implants are the gold standard for tooth replacement because they preserve jawbone, function like natural teeth, and can last a lifetime with proper care. Modern implant systems offer high success rates (95–98%). Options include single implants, implant-supported bridges, and full-arch solutions like All-on-4 that replace an entire set of teeth with just four implants. Same-day (immediate load) implants allow temporary teeth to be placed on the same day as surgery in qualifying cases.