If you have missing teeth, it may be important to replace them. When a tooth is missing, the other teeth have to pick-up the extra "load" of chewing, which can cause them to wear and crack. Also, adjacent teeth may change positions, causing problems with your bite and oral hygiene.
An implant is a replacement tooth made of metal and porcelain that looks just like your natural tooth. It's composed of two main parts: One part is the titanium implant body that takes the place of the missing root, and the second part is the tooth-colored crown that is cemented on top of the implant.
In addition to tooth replacement, implants may be used to anchor dentures, especially lower dentures that tend to shift when you talk or chew. A denture can be fitted snapped in, over the implants, improving chewing, comfort and confidence.