{"id":97,"date":"2022-02-18T02:26:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-18T02:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edisonprosthodontics.com\/blog\/?p=97"},"modified":"2022-09-01T15:46:27","modified_gmt":"2022-09-01T15:46:27","slug":"get-the-facts-zirconia-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edisonprosthodontics.com\/blog\/2022\/02\/18\/get-the-facts-zirconia-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Zirconia Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"ZirconiaTitanium is the traditional material used for dental implant posts because it\u2019s durable and poses little risk of allergic reactions; however, did you know there\u2019s another option? Zirconia dental implants are often preferred to titanium because they are completely metal-free and a biocompatible solution to replace your missing teeth<\/a>. Although they aren\u2019t made of metal, they are equally durable and successful. Here\u2019s what you need to know about zirconia to make the best decision for your smile.<\/p>\n

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What Are Zirconia Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Zirconium dioxide (zirconia) is a material chemically derived from zircon. As a result, it consists of oxygen and zirconium elements. Although zirconium is a metal, oxidation creates a ceramic called zirconia. The transitional metal process allows you to enjoy the strength of metal while enjoying the benefits of ceramic. You won\u2019t have to worry about any chemical reactions within the body, making it the ideal non-metal alternative to titanium. Not to mention, it\u2019s white to provide more natural-looking results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the Benefits of Zirconia?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Titanium dental implants have over a 95% success rate, but zirconia posts aren\u2019t any different when it comes to reliability. While titanium is successful, zirconia offers additional benefits not possible with metal posts, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n