Dental implants

A dental implant is a titanium rod inserted into the alveolar bone to:
 

• Support a crown to replace a single missing tooth
• Support a bridge if several teeth are missing
• Support fixed full dentures
• Support removable full dentures
• Stabilize a dental prosthesis that moves

A dental implant alone cannot replace a missing natural tooth. A pillar is placed on the implant after it has been inserted into the jawbone. Depending on the number of teeth you need to replace, a crown, dental prosthesis or bridge will then be installed on the pillar. Dental implants are made of titanium or a titanium alloy, as these are biocompatible materials that the body tolerates well.

Installing a dental implant involves surgery that is usually carried out in a dental office under local anaesthetic.

To be a good candidate for a dental implant, you need to have:

• Excellent overall health
• Healthy gums
• A strong jawbone to support the implant

Ask us whether a dental implant is right for you!