Dental implant technology continues to improve. Mini-implants can now accommodate small tooth replacements. The industry has also focused on reducing treatment time and some implants can be placed immediately after tooth extraction as opposed to waiting six months after extraction. Here are some modern technologies that may improve dental implant treatments.

Dental composite chemically bonds to tooth structure. This strengthens the tooth's structure and restores its original physical integrity. Because composites are "glued" to the tooth, less healthy tooth needs to be removed for a composite restoration.