Dental implants are used to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that will look, and function, like your natural teeth.
Because missing teeth can cause jawbone loss, unwanted shifting, and malocclusion (improper bite), implants provide a solution that can restore the mouth to its natural state, both preserving the face’s natural contours and providing the strength of a natural tooth’s root.
The implants are small titanium posts that are surgically placed into the jawbone. The bone is allowed to grow and bond with the titanium, and the posts act as an anchor that will provide support for the normal functions of the tooth.