Implants are small devices, the size of a tooth root, made out of titanium. They are placed gently, each into a bone "socket", carefully drilled at the precise location of the intended tooth.

They are then left in place until full integration (ie. close union) with the bone develops. Having achieved integration, they are ready to support replacement teeth. A post (or abutment) is attached to each implant and following impression taking, the intended replacement (crown, bridge) is made in the laboratory and fixed onto the implant/post structure(s).