Dental Implant

A dental implant is a surgical component that interfaces with the jawbone or skull to support a dental prosthesis such as a crown, bridge, denture, facial prosthesis, or to act as an orthodontic anchor. Here are the main categories of dental implants at Elite Dental Clinic:

• Endosteal Implants: These are placed in the jawbone and are the most common type of dental implant. They are typically shaped like small screws, cylinders, or plates.
• Subperiosteal Implants: These are placed on the jawbone but under the gum tissue. They are used when the jawbone is not able to support endosteal implants.
• Zygomatic Implants: These are longer implants that anchor into the cheekbone (zygoma) rather than the jawbone. They are used when there is not enough bone in the upper jaw to support traditional implants.