When restoration isn’t possible, dental implants are a base for individual replacement teeth, bridges, or dentures. They are surgically placed below the gums over a series of appointments.
Dental implants are natural-looking, can provide support for dentures, and do not affect the teeth bordering them. After you have a dental implant, you may need to have more surgery in the future, so that the implant stays in place in your jawbone. Talk to your dentist about the pros and cons of dental implants.
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