Titanium is preferred as an implant material because it does not interact with body tissues and is resistant to forces. Implants can be placed in the gaps created by previously lost teeth or in the tooth socket immediately after extraction if there is no serious infection.

Implants are placed in the jawbone with a simple operation to make fixed or removable prostheses when the bone is sufficient and suitable. If the amount and density of bone is not at the desired level, bone formation procedures may be required before implant application.