A dental implant is a small post, usually made out of biocompatible titanium, that is placed in the jawbone where it acts as the root of the lost tooth. The implant fuses with the bone and provides a solid foundation for replacement teeth. Once the implant is securely in place, the dentists at Advanced Dental Care in Valdosta, GA, can attach a beautiful, natural-looking tooth using a connector piece called an abutment. Dental implants are modern dentistry's versatile solution to the problem of missing teeth. They can be used alone or with other implants to support an individual tooth, a dental bridge, or even a full denture.