A dental implant procedure involves the surgical placement of a titanium-based anchor into the jaw bone, used to permanently secure a natural-looking replacement tooth. Implants provide a strong foundation for fixed (permanent) or removable replacement teeth. They are custom made to match the colour of the patient’s natural smile. Implants are often used to fill the space where a tooth has been extracted, and prevent bone loss associated with tooth loss. They also prevent the shifting of other teeth to the space where the tooth once was, which negatively impacts the bite and appearance of a smile.