Treatment guide

Dental implants

A dental implant is a surgically placed support for a replacement tooth. Suitability depends on your mouth, bone, gums, health and treatment goals—not on a website checklist.

What to know first

  • May support a crown, bridge or denture
  • Requires clinical examination and imaging
  • Healing time and treatment stages vary
  • Bridges and removable dentures may also be considered

Questions to ask at your consultation

  1. What is the diagnosis for my current problem?
  2. What are the benefits, limitations and alternatives?
  3. What stages, maintenance and follow-up should I expect?
  4. Who will provide each stage of care?
Your next step

Discuss your needs with a dentist

Only an in-person examination can determine which treatment, if any, is appropriate for you.

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