Implants are made up of different components that play an important role in the overall look and function.
Below are the different parts of an implant:

1. Fixture: The fixture refers to the implant itself; it is a small titanium device that resembles a screw. This is the part of the implant that is placed directly into the bone. This part of the implant essentially replaces the natural roots of the tooth.
2. Abutment: The abutment is the part of the implant that is attached to the fixture in order to allow a prosthetic to be placed over top; it functions as the connector between the part of the implant that is above the gumline and the part that is below the gumline.
3. Prosthesis: The prosthesis part of the implant is the part that fills the smile line and mimics the appearance of a natural tooth. The prosthesis is a cap, known clinically as a crown, and will be screwed into place over your implant.

Altogether, the different parts of your dental implant make up a durable and strong device that almost perfectly replicates both the look and feel of a natural tooth. Implants provide the closest imitation of natural tooth structure, and are widely favored by both dentists and patients due to their durability, longevity, and comfort.