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Dental implants are often the cure that is used to solve the problem of missing teeth, and in this article we will answer frequently asked questions about the procedures involved with these implants. Q: What is a dental implant? A: A dental implant is a metal screw that is made of titanium and placed directly into the jaw bone. It is used as an anchor for a dental crown or for a larger dental restoration. Basically, it allows for a new replacement tooth to be placed into the mouth when there is a lost tooth or when a few teeth are removed. Q: Can anyone get dental implants? A: Anyone who needs to have a tooth replaced, and who is in good health, can become a candidate for dental implants. Usually only those who are dealing with a lost tooth or a few lost teeth are the ones who go to their dentist asking if they can have dental implants, as there is usually no reason for someone with healthy teeth to need them. Q: How successful are dental implants? A: In the majority of cases, d