Osseointegration

The goal of modern dentistry is to return patients to oral health in a predictable fashion. The dental profession in general and prosthodontists in particular have demonstrated impressive evidence of different techniques and methods used to compensate for tooth loss. A dental implant is an artificial fixture in the jaw which acts as a replacement tooth root. During the placement of an implant the main aim is to achieve immediate close contact with the surrounding jawbone. After a period of healing teeth implants become anchored and stable thanks to osseointegration. This is a process whereby jawbone cells grow up to the implant surface to grip it securely. Thus the science of osseointegration has widened the scope of treatment options for many patients across the globe .