A dental implant is an artificial replacement for the root portion of your natural tooth and is made with the durable material of titanium which integrates well with the bone tissue of your teeth. The aim of a dental implant is so that the outer surface of the implant and the surrounding bone tissue are brought closer together so that it creates a perfect support for the new teeth.

If there is only one tooth missing and needing restoration then an implant and crown restoration can easily performed however if there are many teeth missing the dentist would need to use a supported bridge restoration.  Many dentists in London have recommended having a dental implant as it is necessary for any person who has missing teeth to get them replaced.

An alternative restoration technique used to restore teeth is root canal treatment; however dental implants are prone to have more advantages such as the fact that it is better hygienically.  When replacing teeth using bridges and crowns a healthy tooth often has to be removed to make space however with a dental implant a healthy tooth can stay where it is and it is not necessary to have it removed.

Many people lose their teeth due to an injury or due to a health related problem such as gum disease, decaying teeth and old age.  If you are a heavy smoker this can slow down the healing process of a dental implant and you would need to refer with your dental practitioner to find out whether this procedure is suitable for you. For a cosmetic dentist putting in implants is part of their dental job and they would be more than happy to discuss and give you more information regarding the procedure.