Implants are artificial teeth that can replace one or more missing teeth. Dentists secure implants in your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or to support a bridge. They can be better than a tooth-supported bridge as they do not rely on the neighboring teeth for support, and Dr. Parham often recommends them as an excellent alternative to dentures, as they are permanent and look as natural as your real teeth. Implants also support your dentures and provide more secure placement of your dentures.