Titanium Implants
Titanium is considered as the best material for a number of dental applications (e.g. dental implants) due to its mechanical properties, erosion resistance and biocompatibility. Although other implant materials have been introduced over the years, titanium implants in Dubai have stood the test of time and remain a popular choice today.
Titanium is considered a miracle metal in dentistry, here’s why.
Durability
Titanium implants must be strong and durable as they must withstand the significant biting force of the jawbone. Titanium alloys have a tensile strength similar to steel (breaking strength under compression) and the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any metal.
Fractures of titanium implants are very rare. They are very strong to resist external forces. No wonder titanium is used in space shuttles and F-1 racing cars! It’s so strong that it’s a great option for your dental implant to last for a long time and endure the pressure you put it through.
Lightweight
Dental implants should not only be strong, but also light. They’ll be worn in your jaw for years, so you don’t want a big, heavy piece of metal squeezing your mouth.
Yes, titanium alloys are of same strength as compared to steel but are also 45% lighter, making them the best choice for dental implants in Dubai.
Long lasting
They have proven their longevity time and time again on a multitude of patients, so we know for sure that their titanium implants are an extremely cost-effective and long-lasting solution to your dental problems.
Bio-Compatibility
The idea of putting metal in your mouth for long periods of time can turn some people off. However, titanium is bio-compatible, which means it is non-allergenic and is well accepted and tolerated by your body.
Allows Osseointegration
Osseointegration is the process by which your dental implant fuses with your jawbone. This usually takes months to happen and is a crucial part of the implantation process. Few materials are known to cause osseointegration, titanium being one of them.
Titanium allows the implant to be firmly embedded in the bone, making it strong and stable. Titanium is therefore also used as a replacement for knee and hip joints and vertebrae.
Resistance from Corrosion
Titanium’s corrosion resistant properties are extremely important and unmatched for dental implants. Titanium is considered an oxygen scavenger, which means it forms protective oxide layers on surface. This helps protect the implant from a variety of aggressive substances that could damage it.
Non-Magnetic
Pure titanium is non-magnetic, i.e. they are not susceptible to outside interference. It will not trigger a metal detector and is safe to use with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Flexibility
Titanium’s flexibility and resilience mirrors that of human bone, meaning that a titanium implant is able to share the stress placed on it with the surrounding bone. Not only does this keep the bone active and strong, but it also reduces the risk of implant failure.
Alternatives have not yet been tested
Zirconia is a solid alternative to titanium in the dental field: it fuses well with the bone and is aesthetic. However, although zirconia implants offer some advantages, they are not yet in routine use and are still being researched.
It’s hard to say if they will last long enough. They have not been used long enough to provide conclusive evidence. Additionally, zirconia implants in Dubai cost even more than titanium implants, making them out of reach for many people.
Are there any disadvantages with titanium implants?
Cost: Titanium implants don’t come cheap, but that’s for a reason as titanium is considered the best material for implants. And it’s cheaper than most alternatives.
· Very few people are allergic to titanium, but there is no material that is universally hypoallergenic and biocompatible. Titan does the job better than most.
· In rare cases, titanium implants can cause toxicity in patients, but please note that this is very rare.
