A dental implant replaces both the root and the crown of a missing tooth, which is why it tends to feel and function more like a natural tooth than a bridge or denture.
The process starts with a scan to check bone density and plan the exact position of the implant — this planning stage matters as much as the surgery itself for a good long-term result.
Placing the titanium post is a same-day procedure under local anesthesia, but the bone needs time to fuse around it — usually a few months — before it's strong enough to support a crown.
During that healing period, mild swelling or tenderness for a few days is normal, and most people return to regular activity within a day or two.
Once healing is confirmed, a custom crown is attached to the implant, matched to the shade and shape of your surrounding teeth, completing the replacement.
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