A dental implant having a unique thread configuration, which increases the total load bearing area to maximize support values of a successful implant for the same osteotomy when compared to other implant designs. At least one course of helical threads surrounds an elongated, cylindrical body. In an embodiment chosen for the purposes of disclosure, the threads have relatively broad crestal surfaces, typically having a rounded profile. One or more helical secondary threaded grooves are disposed in the crestal surface of the threads. The helical grooves facilitate collection of bone and promote immediate stabilization and osseointegration of the implant. The broad crestal thread design compresses bone in one direction while bone is being collected by the helical grooves in the opposite direction. The result is that the implant is immediately stable in a patient's jaw. The method of installing the dental implant is also novel.