KNEE REPLACEMENT IMPLANTS                TREATMENT Knee Replacement Implants During knee replacement surgery, an orthopaedic surgeon will resurface your damaged knee with artificial components, called implants. There are many different types of implants. The brand and design used by your doctor or hospital depends on many factors, including: Your needs, based on your knee problem and knee anatomy, as well as your age, weight, activity level, and general health Your doctor's experience and familiarity with the device The cost and performance record of the implant Your surgeon will discuss with you the type of implant that will be used for your knee replacement surgery.  In total knee replacement, damaged bone and cartilage are removed and replaced with metal components that recreate the surface of the joint.