Dental implants look, feel, and work just like natural teeth. Furthermore, implants can last a lifetime when patients maintain them properly. The essence of implants is in the titanium posts that support them. These posts are inserted surgically into the jawbone, where they become fully integrated with the bone tissue after healing. After this period, an abutment will be attached to the implant so that the restoration process can be completed. For patients whose jawbone density is insufficient at first, your Houston dentist may recommend bone grafting before the dental implant procedure to increase the bone mass before implant surgery.

Implants offer a look that is indistinguishable from your natural teeth and can provide you with years of service. They are comfortable, easy to use and easy to clean. Most of our patients also enjoy improved dental health after their implants have been placed. The implants help protect the jawbone and maintain proper tooth spacing, which eliminates the shifting and tilting that so often occurs after a tooth has been lost.