Since some years, Titanium dental implants have pretty much been the standard for replacing a missing tooth or teeth. Now, Zirconium implants made with a specialized ceramic which has the tensile strength of titanium have been introduced in the market. Speaking, these have been available in Europe for years now. Lately, they have been unveiled in the United States as well.
Like Titanium, this too is an inert material which has very low allergic potential. Thus, it bodes well for those patients who do not wish to have any metallic substances in their mouth. Zirconium, with its white color, stands for very little of ‘standing out’ of the implants in the mouth region. This is one of the prime reasons why people wish to opt for this. It retains less plaque as compared to Titanium as well as the fact that even calculus is reduced due to its use. All this helps in maintaining the health of the gum tissue. Even though zirconium implants have a much higher orbit of osseointegration and bone to implant contact, sometimes they are not considered suitable.
What are dental titanium implants?
For titanium implants, the tooth or teeth first have to be extracted out. A titanium screw is drilled into the jawbone by a surgical operation. The jawbone takes about three to four months to grow around the screw naturally. This makes sure that the titanium implant becomes firmly embedded in the jawbone. After this, a dental crown or cap is affixed atop the implant. This is how the world sees the implant. This form of dental implant is the closest that one can come to in getting the original smile and the way of eating and talking. Also, these dental implants can last the entire duration of the lifetime of a person if they are cared for well and properly.
Very good oral hygiene habits are needed to ensure that dental implants stay put and function well. Brushing the teeth twice daily and for at least two minutes duration at each time is necessary. Regular flossing too is highly recommended. It is a fact that one should brush each time after eating food. However, this may not always be possible. Thus, it is best to rinse the mouth thoroughly each time after consuming any food or drink. Also, one should visit the dentist on a regular basis to get the implants adjusted time and again.
What is the difference between implants and dentures?
Dentures too are an of getting artificial teeth. However, dentures can become loose with time. Also, they have to be replaced after every five to seven years. Also, with dentures, there is a danger of them coming out of the mouth if a person laughs too hard or talks loudly. Also, there is also a chance of them cracking up if a person bites into hard or sticky foods.
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