All That You Need to Know About Zirconia Dental Implants (Part 5)
In the 1980s, the metal dental implant had two parts—the abutment where the prosthetic crown is placed and cemented; and the fixture or post that’s screwed then fused right into the jawbone.
The use of zirconia for dental purposes made it possible for an abutment to be part of the fixture.
Additionally, zirconia made it possible for the abutment to be made of remarkably tough ceramic.
By 2005, full ceramic implants from zirconia were introduced to Europe. They combined the abutment and fixture together for form, function, aesthetic, and health purposes.
The FDA okayed the use of zirconia in all the clinics in America.
The gum health is assured by using zirconia implants as your titanium implant alternative.
There are some patients who may be allergic to metals and zirconia implants are an alternative to titanium implants and even metal dental restorations.
We will continue next week our discussion on zirconia implants.