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Ceramic/Zirconia teeth implants

Zirconia / Ceramic Implants

Dental implants are a long-lasting solution for individuals with missing teeth, providing improved aesthetics, function, and oral health. They mimic the natural tooth structure and help maintain jawbone integrity, making them a popular choice for tooth replacement.

“While titanium has been the most commonly used material for dental implants due to its low allergy risk, recent scientific research has revealed potential concerns. These studies suggest that titanium may corrode over time, leading to the spread of fragments into surrounding tissues and even distant body areas. This corrosion can trigger inflammatory responses, particularly in individuals with a genetic predisposition to such reactions.”

particles from titanium implants

The arrows in the picture point to titanium particles detected in the tissue around the implant. These particles are recognised as “foreign” by the body and are engulfed by macrophages, which can trigger inflammatory reactions.
(source article: https://europepmc.org/article/med/29440784)

Since ceramic implants do not corrode like metals, they stand out as a more biocompatible material than titanium. Contrary to popular belief, “Zirkolith®” implants, which are obtained by converting zirconium metal into ceramic through processes requiring extremely advanced technology, are no longer “zirconium”. Technically, ceramicised zirconium is called “zirconia”.

ceramic tooth implant surfaces

Why Ceramic Implants?

Bacterial plaque involvement in zirconia implants is extremely low. In this way, it reduces the risk of developing inflammation in the tissue around the implant.

The gingiva naturally tends to wrap around zirconia implants, and gingival insertion procedures, which may be required in titanium implants, are generally not required in zirconia implants.

This behaviour of the gums is also a sign of the compatibility of the implant with body tissues.

When placed, it can be abraded as if it is your own tooth and taking measurements can be done. There is no need for complicated gauging and laboratory steps in titanium.

Zirconia is extremely strong and can withstand twice the maximum stress and strain loads that pure titanium and titanium alloys can withstand.

It is aesthetically more advantageous than titanium, as it is completely white.

The success rate of zirconia implants after 5 years is over 95%.

Zirconia does not transmit electric current.

two implants in the mouth, titanium implant on the left and ceramic implant on the right

On the left of the photo you can see the teeth made using titanium and zirconia implants (ceramic implant) on the right. It is possible to observe the difference in the structure and color of the gum.

Zirconia / ceramic implants combined with the general treatment principles of biological dentists in search of biocompatible materials, created their own application protocol. Before and after implant application, a preparation and maintenance phase that will ensure the good functioning of bone metabolism, and practices that will positively guide bone and soft tissue healing during the application, without using foreign grafting materials, are taken care of. In short, zirconia implant application is much more than using an alternative material.

Ceramic Implant Stages

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Examination of 3D Tomography and Other Images

We kindly ask you to share with us your recent tomography(CBCT), panoramic X-rays, and intraoral photos taken with your phone. We ask you to fill in the “Medical History Form” that we will share with you and indicate the treatments you request.

Preparation of Preliminary Treatment Plan

The medical data you have sent is examined in detail by our dentists. Your preliminary treatment plan is prepared by examining the suitability of your bone structure for implant operations, whether graft, sinus lifting or a different treatment will be required, whether the implants can be placed immediately after the extraction or after a 2-month healing process if implants are desired after extraction, and taking other factors into consideration. At this stage, you will be informed about how long it will take to complete your treatment and the approximate total cost

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Physical Examination

Before the implant operation, we perform a physical examination of our patients and make final evaluations based on their planning and your treatment expectations.

If requested, we also refer our patients to our medical doctor we work with for IV vitamin C or IV Ozone supplements to strengthen the immune system.

Operation Day

According to the plans we made beforehand, we first take blood on the day of the operation and prepare the PRF that we will use during the operation. We perform our implant placement operations with minimally invasive methods. We utilize dental ozone during surgical procedures to ensure antisepsis of the operation area

A few days after the operation we check that everything is fine

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Permanent Ceramic Coating Construction

For the placement of permanent ceramic veneers, we need two or three more sessions 4 to 6 months after the implant placement (osteointegration period). During the first session, we prepare the gums and take your digital impression and send it to the laboratory. Within 5-7 days, your crown is prepared and glued in the next session. Another appointment may need to be made for the next day if an adjustment is required.

Does ceramic implant break?

Why are ceramic implants expensive?

How long does ceramic implants last?

Ceramic implants can generally be used in the oral environment for 15-20 years like titanium implants. Since they are not corroded by oral secretions like titanium implants, they retain their structure for a long time. Further research is needed to confirm the long-term durability and performance of zirconium implants.

How much does a ceramic implant cost?

Do ceramic implants contain metal?

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