Overview
Dental implant surgery is a procedure that can replace a tooth with a metal, screwlike post and an artificial tooth. A tooth replaced with a dental implant and crown will look and function much like a natural tooth. Dental implants are a great alternative to dentures or bridgework in certain cases, or a suitable replacement when there is not enough healthy tooth structure left to rebuild a broken tooth.
The dental implant process may depend on factors specific to your teeth and jaw bone. Several appointments will be needed, and the success of the implant depends on the healing bone around it. This can take several months altogether, as it takes time for the bone to integrate and strengthen.
If you wish to discuss implants, we would be happy to examine your teeth, discuss options, and make a plan.