Ceramic Dental Implants | Lynchburg, Virginia

A Holistic Dentistry Approach to Dental Implants

What are “Ceramic” Implants?

Dental implants are a medical device that is surgically placed into the jawbone to act as a support for a final tooth or crown, and serve as excellent replacements for missing teeth. Since the 1960s, dental implants have been made of titanium. In the late 1990s, Zirconia dental implants were introduced into dental implantology as a metal free alternative.

Benefits of Ceramic Implants

Health

For some patients there is an aversion to having metal implanted in their body, whether it be for a medical reason such as a metal allergy, or for other personal reasons and beliefs. We understand that everyone’s needs and desires are unique to them, and that prior experiences and information will help shape one’s desire for a metal or metal free dental implant.

Aesthetics

Ceramic implants are made of tooth-colored material called zirconia which can help to disguise the implant in patients who have thin, translucent gums or gum recession.

Biocompatibility

Osseointegration is the amazing process of an implant (made of foreign material) fusing with bone. Zirconia—the component used in ceramic implants—has proven to be a truly biocompatible substance that can fully integrate with the bone of your jaw.

Durability

While ceramic implants are made from a strong material called Zirconia, they do have a higher risk of fracture compared to traditional titanium implants under heavy chewing forces.

Would I Benefit from Ceramic Implants?

Ceramic implants are ideal for those who are missing teeth and have metal sensitivity. If one or more of the following factors describe you, you may be a good candidate for this revolutionary, teeth replacement option:

• Missing one or more teeth
• Good overall health
• Adequate jawbone mass and support
• Healthy gums
• Thin or translucent gums or gum recession
• Sensitivity/allergy to metals
• Looking for a holistic, metal free approach
• Committed to oral health

Are Ceramic Dental Implants Safe?

The possible risks posed by ceramic dental implants are essentially the same as titanium implants and any surgery in which a foreign body is placed in the body: infection at the implant site, failure of the implant to osseointegrate, injury or damage to surrounding structures, nerve damage, and sinus problems. However, the success rate of ceramic implants, which means no implant failure, is over 97%. We have found that the unsurpassed level of our doctor’s expertise and training ensure the most optimal results possible regardless of the implant material chosen.

The Cost of Ceramic Implants

We understand that every person and situation is unique, so when you come in for a consultation, we will decide if you’re a candidate for ceramic implants and provide you with a detailed treatment plan that fits exactly with your oral needs and goals. The cost of ceramic implants depends on the particulars of each person’s case. That’s why we invite you to come in for an evaluation where we can give you an accurate estimate of what your cost will be.

Are you ready to replace your missing teeth and restore your smile with metal-free implants?

Call our office with questions or to request an appointment. Blue Ridge Oral and Facial Surgery Phone Number Blue Ridge Oral and Facial Surgery Phone Number (434) 845-1121.