Zirconia Dental Implants

As a material, zirconia, a white powdered ceramic material, is often used to produce dental frameworks such as crowns and bridges, and unlike typical ceramics that can be a bit brittle, zirconia is highly resistant to long-term wear and is more flexible compared to technical ceramics. Zirconia, or zirconia dioxide, is the hardest material in use in dentistry. Zirconia dental implants look like your natural teeth.

Types Of Ceramic Implant Systems Available At Elite Dentistry

Dr. Michael Le provides zirconia dental implants to his patients at his dental office Elite Dentistry in Austin. Dr. Le offers CeraRoot Ceramic zirconia implants and the metal-free two-piece Z Systems ceramic implant systems.

The innovative CeraRoot ceramic zirconia dental implant system, the first brand to offer a metal-free implant option, and the metal-free two-piece Z Systems implant system are two more alternatives for dental patients with missing or diseased teeth. Both of these ceramic dental implant systems are natural-appearing, biocompatible, durable, and inhibit gum disease.

During your initial dental consultation, Dr. Le and his experienced dental team will inform you about the benefits and drawbacks of each implant system, and help formulate a customized treatment plan necessary to restore your teeth and appearance.

At our full-service dental practice, you can also receive dental services of quality sedation and cosmetic dentistry carried out using the latest dental techniques. At Elite Dentistry, where we have placed thousands of implants successfully, your dental implants crowns are custom-designed at our in-house dental lab: ensuring all services under one roof.

How Are Zirconia Dental Implants Beneficial To You?

A dental implant made with zirconia can be better in some significant ways compared to traditional titanium implants. As a material, zirconia or zirconia oxide is a metal-free chemical compound, and this property allows it to function similarly to ceramic. Implants made from zirconia, therefore, are more durable than titanium dental implants.

Moreover, the biocompatible feature of zirconia makes zirconia dental implants ideal for dental patients who are allergic or sensitive to metal. The recommended use of zirconia implants, of being safe and effective, is supported by more than 20 years of research and industry use.

Protective Qualities Of Zirconia Implants

Compared to traditional titanium implants, zirconia implants are smaller in size. However, they offer a higher level of durability when in use. Zirconia dental implants are about three times more resistant to the damaging effects of corrosion than titanium implants. Zirconia’s sturdy nature ensures that almost all of your gum’s wall lining remains intact after implant placement: enhancing your oral health and comfort. As far as appearance is concerned, zirconia implants look similar to your natural teeth. In comparison, titanium implants are slightly dark-colored, and one can see a gray tone due to their presence. However, zirconia dental implants, like your natural teeth, stops light passing through, with no visible gray hue. All these features, useful in creating dental crowns and bridges, make zirconia dental implants a popular choice in improving the form and function of your teeth, smile, and oral health. So, don’t ignore your damaged, painful, or missing teeth. Please get in touch with Dr. Michael Le at Elite Dentistry by calling (512) 866-0673 and schedule your appointment. Dr. Le and his experienced staff will inform you about ceramic dental implant solutions to help you restore your natural teeth and get you back to your confident self. Elite dentistry also offers restorative and preventative dental services that include partial and complete dentures, bridges, and veneers.