Titanium or Zirconia Dental Implants: Which Should You Choose?

You’ve lost a tooth, and it is right in your “smile zone,” making it a huge priority to fix. There are likely several tooth replacement options available to you in the Colorado Springs, Colorado area, and each option brings its own benefits. However, there is only one tooth replacement option that many dentists consider the gold standard – dental implants. Dental implants offer specific benefits that no other option can offer because they actually replace the missing tooth’s root, while other options like a dental bridge or denture simply sit on your gums. Dr. Chris Brady and the team at Dental Health and Wellness would like to tell you more about zirconia dental implants.

You have likely heard of the more widely available titanium dental implants. If you are considering a dental implant, but do not know the difference between a titanium and zirconia implant, read on to learn more.

What Benefits Do Zirconia Dental Implants Offer?

There is a misconception that the only dental implants you can get in Colorado Springs are those made from titanium. And while titanium is incredibly popular and the most widely used, zirconium is another option that offers amazing stability, functionality, and comparable long-lasting results. What follows are just a few of the benefits that come with zirconia dental implants:

• Optimal Fusing: Titanium dental implants are popular because they have an incredibly high success rate for fusing with your jawbone. Zirconia dental implants fuse with the jawbone just as well but with the added benefits of containing no metals and being 100% biocompatible
• Attractive Esthetic: Zirconia carries a distinct advantage when it comes to its esthetic quality. Titanium dental implants, because they are metallic, are silver in color. In comparison, zirconia implants are white, and you will not be able to see them through the gum tissue. What results is a beautiful and natural-looking implant which blends in seamlessly with your smile
• Plaque Resistant: Zirconia is a smoother material than titanium, so it is harder for plaque to cling on, making these implants plaque resistant. It is essential to understand that while it is harder for plaque to accumulate on zirconia implants, it will still stick to it. You will still need to care for your implant via proper brushing and flossing
• Hypoallergenic: Because zirconia is hypoallergenic, it will be far less likely that you have any kind of adverse reaction to it as your body begins to accept the implant and the jawbone begins to fuse to it. If you have metal allergies and have been looking for an alternative to titanium implants, zirconia is just what you are looking for

What Should You Choose?

When it comes to choosing between zirconia and titanium implants, it is all going to be your personal preference. Both are great options for dental implants. With zirconia not being as widely available, you may already have a titanium implant or know somebody who loves it. However, if you are concerned with some esthetic properties of titanium or are looking for a metal-free option that is every bit as strong and durable as a titanium implant, consider a zirconia implant.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chris Brady, please call (719) 215-9292 today.

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