Types of Implants

- Artificial substitutes for natural tooth roots

- Made from titanium, covered with material that can attach to the jaw bone

- Endosseous: placed within the jaw

- Sub-periosteal: attached under the gum but over the jaw

- Involves several visits

- Either bridges or dentures are made to cover the implants

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Qualifications

- Someone in good health

- Sufficient jaw bone to support the implant

- Lack of other medical complications

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