A dental implant is an artificial tooth root placed in the jaw to support a replacement tooth. It does not suit everyone. Your dentist decides after an oral examination, radiographic imaging, your medical history and the condition of your bone.
Plans differ from patient to patient. Before treatment, your dentist explains the alternatives, possible risks, aftercare and the expected process.
Why is an examination necessary?
The same complaint can have different causes in different people. What to do is decided after an oral examination, imaging if needed, and a look at your medical history.
This page gives general information. It does not diagnose a condition or replace treatment advice for you. Results of surgical and interventional procedures vary from person to person. Ask your dentist for detailed information before treatment.
Last updated: 25 October 2026
