Restoration of Teeth with Dental Implants

After the dental implant is placed in the proper position in the jaw bone, the implant normally is left undisturbed for three to four months while the bone grows right up to the implant, also called the time for osseointegration. Next, there is a short appointment were the top of the implant is exposed and an abutment is placed going inside the implant and through the gum tissue and into the mouth. Individual teeth can be placed over the abutments or other types of attachments which will support multiple replacement teeth.

Natural tooth structure vs. Dental Implant

View an Educational Video of placement of Dental Implants

implant diagram