Dental implants are small titanium posts placed in the jawbone that act like artificial tooth roots; a crown, bridge or denture is then fixed on top to restore natural look and chewing.
After thorough planning and 3D scans if required, the implant is surgically placed in the jawbone under local anesthesia. The bone then heals around the implant over a few months (osseointegration), creating a strong base, after which an abutment and custom crown or bridge are fixed.