Metal Free Implants
In 2009, Z-Systems, a Swiss biotechnology company, selected the office of Collegeville, PA Periodontist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo to be the first office in the United States to begin evaluation, dissemination and usage of a the Z-Look dental implant, which is a metal-free, zirconia implant.
Metal-free dental implants have several benefits. Zirconia has become popular as a desirable implant material because it has good biomechanical characteristics, and the hard and soft tissues respond well to it.
From a holistic standpoint, they make it unnecessary to use titanium or other metal in implant procedures.
Aesthetically speaking, zirconia is similar in color to natural teeth, which eliminates the dark line around the gum that is characteristic of titanium dental implants.
When it comes to dental hygiene, zirconium is favored by many periodontists because it retains less plaque and calculus than titanium. That means healthier gums.
Metal-free implants are popular in Japan, where most of the original science originated. They are gaining a strong following in the U.S. due to the increase in popularity of holistic, metal-free dentistry. They also offer an alternative to patients who have a diagnosed case of titanium sensitivity, as determined by their medical doctor, acupuncturist or chiropractor.
It is estimated that about four percent of Americans are sensitive to titanium. Titanium sensitivity is diagnosed through muscle, blood or patch testing, and Dr. DiGiallorenzo offers this testing in his office.
Call Philadelphia and Collegeville, PA metal-free dental implants specialist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo today to schedule a free consultation and learn if you are a good candidate for zirconia dental implants.
