subject: There is more to the dental implant than what you can chew [print this page] The jawbone naturally attaches to the implants and holds these in place firmly once the surgical phase passes. Right below the gum tissues, this attachment of bone to the implants stay in the jawbone. Exposure of the implant head is done via another procedure which is undertaken after 3 to 6 months, when the healing is complete. Adhering to the implant are tiny cylinders or metal posts that are seen through a person's gum line.
There is more to the dental implant than what you can chew
