Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are used to replace missing teeth. They are typically made of titanium and are surgically placed into the jawbone. Once the implant is in place, a crown or bridge can be attached to it to provide a permanent replacement for the missing tooth.
The process of getting a dental implant usually involves several steps. First, the implant is surgically placed into the jawbone. The patient will then need to wait for several months while the implant fuses with the bone in a process called osseointegration. Once the implant has fully integrated with the bone, a small connector called an abutment is attached to the implant. Finally, a custom-made crown or bridge is attached to the abutment.