A dental implant is a substitute tooth root that serves the same
function as a natural tooth root. It preserves bone and provides
a stable foundation for a replacement tooth that looks, feels
and functions like a natral tooth. Dental implants are made of
titanium, which is a biocompatible material used in orthopedic
implants. Dental implants can last a lifetime, unlike bridges,
partials and dentures that may need to be replaced several
times. Since dental implants prevent the bone resorption that
occurs when teeth are missing, the natural appearance of the
smile is preserved. With implant treatment, there is no
compromise to adjacent teeth; they are not cut down to place a
bridge, or loosened by the hooks on removable partials. Dentures
and partials have the added disadvantage of accelerating the
bone resorption process, which causes the appearance of
premature aging. Your new replacement teeth will look, feel and
function like natural teeth. And since implant treatment is the
only solution that prevents bone