Implants are usually placed in outpatient settings by periodontists, oral surgeons or trained general dentists, and have a healing period of three to nine months.

There is a significant investment involved in placing or replacing implants. The cost can reach $1,500 to $2,000 or more per implant and $1,000 or more per tooth replaced. Thus, good oral hygiene is essential. Patients must keep implanted areas healthy by brushing and flossing daily.

Below from left to right: initial implant placement, implant with healing cap, implant with abutment, implant with crown.