Dental implants are a popular and effective solution for replacing missing teeth, functioning like natural teeth by integrating with the jawbone and supporting artificial teeth like crowns, bridges, or dentures. Here’s a more detailed explanation:

What they are:

Dental implants are small titanium posts (fixtures) surgically placed into the jawbone to replace the missing tooth’s root.

How they work:

The implant fuses with the bone through a process called osseointegration, providing a stable base for the replacement tooth. Once integrated, an abutment (a connector) is attached to the implant, and then a crown, bridge, or denture is attached to the abutment.

Types of Implants:

Endosteal: The most common type, placed directly into the jawbone, often resembling a screw, cylinder, or blade.

Subperiosteal: Placed on top of the jawbone, with posts from a metal framework sticking through the gum to hold the prosthetic teeth.