There are two types of dental implants in use today: endosteal (in the bone) or subperiosteal (on the bone).
Endosteal is the most commonly used type of dental implant. The various types include screws, cylinders or blades surgically placed into the jawbone. Each implant holds one or more prosthetic teeth. This type of implant is generally used as an alternative for patients with bridges or removable dentures.
Subperiosteal implants are placed on top of the jaw with the metal framework’s posts protruding through the gum to hold the prosthesis. These types of implants are used for patients who re unable to wear conventional dentures and who have minimal bone height.
