Dental implants provide a fixed way of replacing missing teeth. Treatment is planned around the health of the gums, available bone, the position of the implant and the appearance and function of the final tooth.
What is a dental implant?
An implant is placed into the jawbone and acts as a foundation for a replacement tooth. Depending on your needs, implants can replace a single tooth, several teeth or support a larger reconstruction when many or all teeth are missing.
How is implant treatment planned?
Successful implant dentistry involves more than simply placing an implant. The gums, available bone, implant position and final appearance and function all need to be considered during planning.
What if there is not enough bone?
Where bone has been lost, grafting procedures may sometimes be recommended to rebuild or preserve the area before or alongside implant placement.
Questions patients often ask
Can implants replace more than one missing tooth?
Yes. Implants can replace a single tooth, several teeth or support a larger fixed reconstruction.
Will I need bone grafting?
Not everyone needs grafting. The available bone is assessed carefully and the need for grafting is explained as part of the treatment plan.