Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is currently the standard of care for end-stage degenerative joint disease of the hip. In this surgery, the entire joint is replaced by inserting an acetabular component into the pelvis, a femoral stem down the thigh bone (which has a ball on it to articulate in the acetabulum). However for the younger patient, long-term fixation and the prospect of multiple revisions remain a notable concern. Long-term results of THA in this patient population have been disappointing. Studies cite failure rates of 21% to 33% at less than 10 years follow up. The Conserve Plus Hip System differs from total hip arthroplasty as it uses less bone stock from the femoral bone. The prosthesis is designed so that the head of the femoral bone is resurfaced rather than replaced. Consequently, bone stock of the femur is conserved. The bone conserving nature of this implant allows the surgeon to convert to a total hip arthroplasty with ease should a time arise when the patient requires revision arthroplasty. The Conserve Plus Hip System is also different from the THA as the bearing surface is metal on metal, rather than the conventional metal on polyethylene. This metal on metal bearing surface provides lower wear. Theoretically, this type of hip replacement may be a viable alternative to THA for the younger patient.