The present invention is directed to a variety of interbody spinal fusion
implants having at least a partially frusto-conical configuration. An
external thread is employed to increase implant stability and implant
surface area, and for the purpose of advancing the spinal fusion implant
into the fusion site. The spinal fusion implants of the present invention
may be relatively solid or hollow and may have surface roughenings to
promote bone ingrowth and stability. The spinal fusion implants of the
present invention may have wells extending into the material of the
implant from the surface for the purpose of holding fusion promoting
materials and to provide for areas of bone ingrowth fixation.