Dental Implants

Dental implants are artificial metallic screws that interface with the bone of the jaw in order to create a base to support bridges, dental crowns or dentures. A dental implant is essentially a substitute for the root or roots of a tooth. Dental implants are surgically placed in the jawbone and, like the roots of the teeth, are not visible. They are made of titanium, a light and strong material, biocompatible with the human organism.

The special property of titanium to form an intimate bond to bone, called osseointegration, is the biological basis for the success of dental implants. When we lose a tooth, the bone which supported that tooth is also lost. By placing dental implants, we stabilize the bone, preventing its loss. Along with replacing lost teeth, implants also support the facial skeleton and, indirectly, the soft tissue structures, more specifically the gum tissue, cheeks and lips. In addition, they help maintain the shape and density of the jaw.

Dental implants give you back your shiny smile and help you bite and chew with confidence. Restoring this functionality contributes to your social, psychological and physical well-being.