The dental implant process typically involves several steps over a few months to ensure the best results. Here’s an overview:

1. Initial Consultation
• Assessment: The dentist examines your mouth, teeth, and jaw using X-rays or 3D imaging to determine if you’re a candidate for implants.
• Treatment Plan: A customized plan is created based on your specific needs (e.g., number of teeth to replace, jawbone health).

2. Tooth Extraction (if necessary)
• If a damaged tooth is present, it may need to be removed before placing the implant.

3. Bone Grafting (if needed)
• If your jawbone isn’t thick or strong enough to support an implant, a bone graft may be done. This can take a few weeks or months to heal.

4. Implant Placement
• The dentist surgically inserts the implant (a titanium screw) into the jawbone.
• Healing time (3-6 months) allows the implant to fuse with the bone in a process called osseointegration.

5. Abutment Placement
• Once the implant has fused, an abutment (a connector) is attached to the implant. This serves as the base for the crown.
• Sometimes, the abutment is placed at the same time as the implant.

6. Crown Placement
• A custom-made crown (artificial tooth) is created to match the size, shape, and color of your natural teeth.
• The crown is then attached to the abutment.

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