Dental Implant Types

Dental implants come in several designs tailored to different clinical situations. Endosseous implants, the most common type, are placed directly into the jawbone and include root-form (screw-shaped), cylinder, and blade designs. Root-form implants are the standard of care, offering excellent stability and osseointegration potential. Subperiosteal implants rest on top of the jawbone beneath the gum tissue and are used when there is insufficient bone height for endosseous implants and the patient cannot undergo bone grafting. Zygomatic implants anchor into the cheekbone (zygoma) and provide a solution for patients with severe upper jaw bone loss without the need for bone grafting procedures. Mini dental implants have a smaller diameter than standard implants and are used for stabilizing dentures or in areas with limited bone width. Immediate-load implants allow a temporary restoration to be placed on the same day as implant surgery. The choice of implant type depends on bone quality, anatomical considerations, and the planned prosthetic restoration.