Dental Implants : Ceramic Zirconia Implants

ZIrconia dental implants have been the dental implant of choice now as recommended by dentists primarily because it is a good alternative aesthetic-wise as well as being tissue-friendly compared to the titanium implants which has been used over the years. Zirconia dental implants are produced using special, high impact ceramic (zirconium oxide, ZrO2). Its popularity has been known because of it being utilized in aerospace engineering on the account of its high resistance to heat and fracture.

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Since Zirconia implants have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, it paved way for the various uses of implants in the field of Dentistry. Zirconia has also been used in the medical field as implants to replace hip joints. Ceramic Zirconia Implants holds less plaque and calcular deposits compared to titanium resulting to healthier gums and overall oral health.

Benefits of using Zirconia Implants:

·        Highly Stable

·        Biocompatible

·        Resistant to scratching and corrosion

·        Similar in color to natural teeth

·        Resists high impact

·        Non-allergenic