· Artificial substitutes for natural tooth roots

· Mad from titanium, covered with material that can attach to the jaw bone

· Endosseous : placed within the jaw

· Sub- periosteal : attached under the gum but over the jaw

· Involves several visits

· Either bridges or dentures are made to cover the implants

· Someone in good health

· Sufficient jaw bone to support the implant

· Lack of other medical complications