Dental implants are the preferred method of replacing teeth that have been lost to periodontal disease, trauma, or failed root canal. When natural teeth are no longer present, the remaining teeth become unstable resulting in tooth shifting, bone loss and bite problems. As the bone deteriorates, changes in facial structure occur. Dental implants can halt the progression of bone loss and restore the natural smile.

Implants are a fixed solution to replacing one or more teeth. The implant is placed into the jaw bone and allowed to heal for several months to become integrated within the bone. After healing, impressions of the mouth are made, and models are made upon which the restorations are fabricated. A post is attached to the implant using a screw.

The Implant, Post and Screw Attach Together

A metal and/or porcelain crown is made to closely replicate the shape and color of the natural tooth. The crown is attached to the post using a screw or cement. The diagram shows how the crown fits over the post.

Implant Post with Crown