What Is a Dental Implant?

Implants are a wonderful option for replacement of missing teeth. Dental implants are the most effective and longest-lasting solution for replacing missing teeth. They have a similar appearance to natural teeth and function as healthy natural teeth. At Keystone Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center in Shamokin Dam, PA, we will provide you with long-lasting durable options for tooth replacement that will help you smile with confidence.

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root, usually made of titanium. A complete dental implant has three components:

A titanium root form that is surgically placed into the jawbone.

A connector, placed on top of the implant root form before a crown is secured to it.

A restoration to replace the visible, white portion of your tooth.

A trained oral surgeon at Keystone Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center will place the implant and the abutment, and your general dentist at his office will place the crown.