The dental implant procedure is typically performed in multiple stages. The first stage involves the surgical placement of the dental implant into the jawbone. After the implant is placed, a healing period of several months is necessary to allow the implant to fuse with the bone. Once the implant has fused with the bone, an abutment is placed on top of the implant, which acts as a connector between the implant and the replacement tooth or bridge. Finally, the replacement tooth or bridge is attached to the abutment.
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