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Dental implantation is a three-stage process:
  
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A first surgery places the implants under your gums, inside the
jaw. When the bone grows around the implants, they become firmly
fixed. This is called osseointegration.
In order for osseointegration to occur, the implants must remain
covered for three to six months. |
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After the healing period, a easy
procedure is performed
to expose the implants and place abutments (securing post) into the
implant shafts. The abutments will be used to hold the new teeth.
Immediately, the implant post can be loaded. |
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In the third and final phase, the dentist creates and
fits the replacement teeth to your mouth. This involves making
impressions, bite registrations (aligning the teeth so that they come
together correctly), bridge fittings and tooth and color selection. |
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