Dental implants involve placing artificial tooth roots (titanium screws) into the jawbone to hold replacement teeth. Key steps include medical/dental evaluation, implant placement surgery using techniques like one- or two-stage procedures, addressing potential complications, and working with providers to create prosthetics. Common implant materials include titanium and alloys for strength and biocompatibility. Surface treatments like acid-etching or coatings promote bone growth and integration. Success requires sufficient bone quantity/quality and properly addressing risk factors.