Dental Implants When Teeth Are Missing It can be embarrasing to have spaces in your mouth where teeth are missing. But you're not alone. Some people lose teeth due to injury, tooth decay, or periodontal disease (infection of the gums and bone surrounding teeth). Others may not have had all their teeth grow in. Whatever the reason, dental implants can help replace missing teeth. Implants often feel more natural than dentures and other dental restorations. Implants Can Help If you want a dental restoration that looks and feels as though it's really part of your mouth, dental implants may be right for you. A dental implant is an artifical tooth root. Your jawbone fuses with the implant to provide a secure platform for a prosthesis (artificial tooth). If you are missing many teeth, several implants can be used to support a partial or complete denture.		Reconstructive Jaw and Face Surgery Maxillofacial Cosmetic Surgery Dental Implants Snoring and Sleep Apnea Chronic Facial Pain Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders Maxillofacial and Oral Facial Pathology Impacted Teeth EDUCATION & TRAINING: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Program FACULTY: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Physicians CENTERS & PROGRAMS: Centers and Programs In Oral Maxillofacial Surgery CONTACT US: UAB Health System Facilities
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