Dental implants represent of the major steps forward in dentistry.
Endosseous dental implants are able to substitute the teeth's natural roots by perfectly fitting in the maxilla/mandible bone. These implants are considered safe and effective in providing support to protheses, caps or crowns and fixed bridges.

Implants are made using titanium, a material so highly biocompatible with the maxilla/mandible bone that it becomes "part of the bone". The implant consists of a small device anchored to the gum tissue. The surgery is performed by inserting a series of devices, on the basis of the amount of space to be reconstructed. After a healing period, crowns or bridges are fitted.

The dentist and the dental hygienist belong to the specialist team that makes the implant; they, in co-operation with the maxillofacial surgeon, decide whether a patient meets the correct requirements for such an implant.

This type of implant has a 95% success rate. This percentage is dependant upon the patient's ability to respect a specific oral hygiene program at home.
Implants require, in fact, thorough bacteria removal.

Generaly speaking, there is a monthly check-up to evaluate the implant's correct hygiene as well as to check for any other problems. Patients have to consult the dentist in case the implant becomes sensitive to temperature, bleeds or shifts.