The conventional design of implant is two-piece implant, which is assembled with implant fixture and prosthetic abutment. The presence of microgap at implant abutment junction may responsible for the micromovement and bacterial colonization, so the design of the connection is important. The concept of platform switching is based on the smaller diameter abutment connected to implant, shifting the implant-abutment junction inward horizontally, which may reduce marginal bone remodeling. The article review previous studies, aim to discuss the theory of benefit of platform switching, clinical manifestations, and the clinical significance in dental implant.