Dental implants can be the perfect solution if you need to replace one or more missing teeth. Dental implants are made of titanium and designed to function and look natural. These implants provide a secure base for a prosthetic tooth.
A dentist may need to take X-rays to determine if a dental implant is the best solution for you. During this process, the dentist will determine whether sufficient bone mass supports the implant. The doctor may need to perform a bone graft if there is not enough bone. During a bone graft, the dentist may remove a small portion of bone from another body part. The implant will then be placed into the bone.
When you visit the dentist, the dentist will use anesthesia to numb the area. Next, they will make an impression of the area where the implant will be placed. This impression is then sent to the lab. Once the impression is complete, a permanent restoration will be created.