Natural Appearance
Zirconia’s naturally white shade closely mimics the color of real teeth, making it an ideal choice for creating seamless, aesthetically pleasing restorations. Unlike titanium, which may sometimes appear as a gray line beneath the gums, zirconia ensures a natural look without such concerns.
Biocompatible Material
Zirconia is highly biocompatible, meaning it’s less likely to cause allergic reactions or adverse immune responses. This makes it an excellent option for individuals with sensitivities or allergies to metals.
Exceptional Strength and Durability
Known for its impressive durability, zirconia is highly resistant to bending, compression, and fractures. Its robust resistance to wear and corrosion ensures long-term reliability in dental restorations.
Reduced Plaque Buildup
With a smooth, non-porous surface, zirconia discourages plaque accumulation. This can result in fewer complications, such as gum inflammation and infections, fostering better oral health.
Low Thermal Conductivity
Zirconia has poor heat conductivity, helping to reduce sensitivity to temperature changes when consuming hot or cold food. This makes it a more comfortable choice for patients.
Metal-Free Solution
For those who prefer or require metal-free implants, zirconia is an excellent alternative to titanium. It suits individuals with metal allergies or those seeking non-metallic materials. Enhanced Bone Integration
Research shows that zirconia may support improved osseointegration (bone integration) compared to titanium. This can lead to stronger, more stable implants and long-term success. Zirconia offers a compelling combination of aesthetics, functionality, and biocompatibility, making it a highly advantageous material for dental implants.
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What Is a ‘Zirconia’ Dental Implant?
Zirconia is a crystalline form of zirconium and is well-known for its similarity to diamonds. The crystal material is altered slightly to ceramics and gives a tooth-like color for use in implant dentistry. Zirconia is metal-free and interacts favorably with the human body, is non-toxic, and biocompatible. Therefore, it is considered safe and is approved by the federal Food And Drug Administration (FDA) for use in dental implants.
Titanium vs. Zirconia Implants
The first dental implants that were used in the 1980s had two parts: the fixture, which was fitted into the jaw bone, and the abutment, which was the prosthetic crown fixed to the fixture. By 2000, a new improvement in ceramic materials allowed implantologists to use ceramic abutments, which was considered less damaging to the tissues than titanium.
Ceramic dental implant was introduced in 2005. However, when the one-piece zirconia dental implant received approval from the FDA in 2011, it created a revolution in dental implants.
CeraRoot® ceramic zirconia dental implants gained popularity because they had no prosthetic connections. In titanium implants, the site where the prosthetic connected with the fixture was a hotbed for harmful bacterial growth leading to implant failure. Moreover, ceramic zirconia implants had a tooth-like color and was not prone to change to grayish color like titanium implants.
Zirconia’s excellent biocompatibility, great biomechanical properties, and low affinity to plaque, and natural appearance make it an ideal choice in both cosmetic and clinical dentistry.
Advantages Of Ceramic Zirconia Dental Implants
1. Ceramic implants allow a more natural gum-line and are easy to clean and maintain.
2.Zirconia implants are natural-looking and have tooth-like color.
3. Ceramic zZrconia implants have a one-piece design, and therefore there's almost no likelihood of proliferating harmful bacteria growth.
4. Ceramic zirconia dental implants are free from risks such as metal allergy, corrosion, and inflammation.
5. Gums are healthier around ceramics compared to metal.
6. Zirconia implants fuse faster and efficiently with the jawbone compared to other implant materials.
7.Ceramic Zirconia implants are completely safe and have been approved by the FDA and other international dental regulatory bodies.
Dentists and implantologists recommend and prefer zirconia dental implants over titanium.
To learn more about the benefits of Ceramic Zirconia dental implants, please call All Natural Dentistry at ((858) 779-9292 to schedule your dental appointment. Our qualified staff will inform you about the implant procedure. You can also consult us for other major dental procedures including cosmetic dentistry including veneers, teeth cleaning, dental crowns, extractions, periodontal procedures and more.