Definition of dental implants
It is to replace a missing tooth for another one similar to the original, by means of a system that acts like a natural root, giving safe and effective support to an artificial tooth. This is a simple procedure, and it is carried out in two steps:

	Figure A In the first stage a small surgery is carried out to place a titanium screw in the place that was previously occupied by the root.
	Figure B When the dental implant joins to the bone, the second stage proceeds: the permanent crown is made on metal-porcelain and ready to be cemented.

These screws made by biocompatible materials join to the oral tissues without producing any secondary effect. After the first stage, it is necessary to wait the implant to osseo integrate for about 4 to 6 months. During this period a new temporary tooth is left while the existent one is conditioned. With this, the patient won't suffer any interruption in the social activities.

¿What are the benefits?
With this method the teeth are anchored to the maxilla working as well as the natural teeth, allowing:

Improving the facial appearance and confidence.
Recovering the natural smile.
Restoring the normal abilities to eat and speak.
Avoiding damage to the healthy existent teeth.
Avoiding injuries made by inaccurate dentures.

¿Who should place dental Implants in the bone?
The specialist in periodontics (it's the one who manages the support tissues of the teeth: soft tissues, ligaments, and bone).

¿Who should fabricate the metal-porcelain teeth for the implants?
The specialist in prostodontics (it's who elaborates the fixed dentures or restorations).