Zirconia implants: Replace teeth without metal for sustained health and beauty in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Many patients are interested in dental implants to complete and improve the look of their smile. This form of tooth replacement mimics the design of natural teeth. The implant itself is designed to replace a tooth root. So, the replacement tooth or denture is securely “rooted” in the jawbone with the implant. However, dental implants have conventionally been made with a type of metal: titanium. Dr. Yolanda Cintron of The International Center for Dental Excellence only uses safe non-metal dental materials. She is happy to explain the benefits of Zirconia teeth implants in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from her advanced, holistic dental center.

Zirconia dental implants

When strategically placed in the jaw, dental implants provide:

• Exceptional stability to the overlying implant-retained crowns, bridges, and dentures
• Natural feel and optimal function, due to how teeth are secured in the jaw
• Long-term health by retaining the strength of the bone and preventing destructive bone loss
• Hassle-free tooth replacement, because no special oral care tools or products are needed to keep your new teeth healthy

Zirconia dental implants provide all of the benefits associated with implant systems in general. However, this type of material also avoids the risks that are associated with conventional titanium implants. So, there are several benefits that are unique to Zirconia systems.

Zirconia benefits

Zirconia is a dental ceramic that looks, feels, and functions like the natural tooth structure. It has been used for orthopedic hip and knee replacements for decades. More recently, it has become a preferred non-metal alternative to titanium implants.

Ceramic materials such as Zirconia generally support sustained oral health and overall health. Dr. Cintron retains membership with the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. The IAOMT reports that hundreds of specific health symptoms are linked to metals such as amalgams in dentistry. These conditions affect parts of the body distant from the oral cavity, ranging from lung to kidney problems.

Additionally, patients may have allergies or sensitivities to metals that put them at increased risk of adverse reactions to metals. The metal can irritate surrounding gum tissue. Patients visit us from around the globe, and they appreciate that Zirconia looks as natural as it feels and performs. Zirconia is white, not gray or silver – just like real teeth! One of the problems that can arise with titanium implants is that a dark line or gray cast may develop at the gum line due to their silver hue. This is the titanium peeking through the gums as tissue recedes and thins over time. Since your gums and teeth are not dark or silver in color, this characteristic of traditional titanium can detract from the appearance of your smile and your overall facial appearance.

So, Zirconia dental implants are a favored way to replace missing teeth due to their:

• Biocompatibility – They don’t irritate surrounding tissues and “join” to the surrounding bone in the jaw seamlessly.
• Hypoallergenic properties – They are appropriate for many different types of patients, including those with metal allergies.
• Non-corrosiveness – They don’t suffer from the wear and tear associated with titanium, and the material further inhibits bacterial overgrowth for lasting health
• Aesthetics – They look like a natural part of your teeth.

The process of getting Zirconia implants is also comparatively straightforward, easy, and fast. The implant can be placed as one piece, which minimizes the time spent in the dentist’s chair. Titanium implants are generally made from two pieces; the abutment or connector piece is applied after the implant has integrated into the bone before the crown, bridge, or denture is placed.

Call (954) 945-7355 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cintron and experience the comfort and ease of attractive, biocompatible Zirconia implants.

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