There are several different types of dental implants, among which include:

* An artificial bone substitute.
This type of dental implant involves the placement of a synthetic bone substitute in the top of the bone to help rebuild the shrinking ridge and provide sturdy support for dentures. Because it is made of the same type of mineral found in natural bone, this type of implant bonds to the existing jaw bone.

* Endosteal implants.
This type of implant is inserted into the jawbone to serve as the root of the tooth.

* Implants subperiostiales.
This type of implant, usually an option for people who can no longer wear conventional dentures, implant is specially designed to fit directly into the existing bone.

Dental implants may be inserted by a dentist specially training in implantology, or by an oral surgeon in a hospital.

The implants are made of biologically compatible materials which have undergone extensive testing over a period of several years. Since these materials are largely metals such as titanium, and have never been living tissue, there is no likelihood of causing an antigen-antibody response that could cause rejection similar to that sometimes occurs in heart transplants kidney.

Who are the likely candidates for implants?
There are many variables to consider before placing an implant:

* The patient must be healthy.
* The patient’s healing abilities affected by the disease may affect the success of an implant.
* Must make a proper diagnosis before placing an implant.
* The placement and technique is specific to each individual candidate.
* To avoid further complications, the implant or implants should be treated properly by the patient and dentist.
* Smoking and drinking in large quantities can affect the success of the implant.