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	A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth and is made from surgical-grade titanium alloy to exacting specifications. Initially, the implant is placed into the jawbone either immediately after the loss of the tooth, or after an extended period of time. If there is insuffiecient bone, various bone enhancing procedures can be performed prior to the implant placement. An abutment, which acts as a base for a prosthectic tooth replacement such as a crown, is inserted into the implant at the time of implant placement, or subsequently after a period of healing (usually 4-6 months). In the past, dentists would try to keep or replace teeth with treatment such as root canals, bridges and fixed or removeable dentures. Unfortunately, a significant number of root canal treated teeth fail, bridges require that healthy adjacent teeth be cut down and removable dentures can often be unstable and require the use of sticky adhesives.	Before After