Teeth can be lost for many different reasons, and it is sometimes difficult to replace them using traditional dentistry. A dental implant is a titanium screw that is gently placed in the jawbone. The implant acts as a replacement for the root of a missing tooth. After the implant has been fitted and has healed, a replacement tooth can be attached to the implant. This new tooth can look, feel and perform just like a natural tooth. It is also possible to use multiple implants to support a denture or a bridge.



The replacement of missing or damaged teeth with implants can have several advantages over other treatment options:

• Dental implants can return the mouth and face to its natural form, avoiding the unsightliness of one or more missing teeth. Naturally, this can help enormously in ensuring that you feel good about yourself and your appearance.
• Dental implants are strong and stable enough to ensure that you can enjoy eating all sorts of food without hurting your gums, plus you can chew properly and confidently again.
• Dental implants can protect your existing teeth by closing gaps and easing the pressure on adjacent teeth
• Dental implants can help preserve and stimulate surrounding bone
• The dental implant process avoids damaging the adjacent teeth
• Dental implants are easy to look after, and you can treat them just like ordinary teeth, brushing and flossing to keep them clean and healthy.