Dental implants are an excellent tooth restoration alternative. They function like natural teeth and allow patients to have confidence in their smile as well as restore chewing ability. Implants are comprised of a titanium alloy and are well accepted by the body. They replace missing teeth, but must be cared for like natural teeth as well. Neglect can result in bone loss and implant failure. There are several key factors that will increase the probability of success of your dental implants that should be considered both prior to and after implant placement.