Q. What is a dental implant?

A. A dental implant is a permanent replacement for your missing tooth. It is a small screw made of titanium that is placed into your jawbone surgically.

Q. How often should X-rays be done?

A. If you haven’t had an X-ray taken within the year, you should have your X-ray taken on your initial check up. You may only need X-rays once each year, depending on how good your oral and dental health is. Other patients may need more than one if they are undergoing continued treatment because X-rays can help our Gainesville dentists monitor health-related conditions.