ShareThisDental Implant Composition
A dental implant is a man-made tooth root constructed from titanium. Titanium is a lightweight, soft, noncorroding metal. The surface of the titanium forms a natural ceramic coating when exposed to oxygen which enables bones cells to attach to it (a process called osseointegration). Since bone cells react better to titanium surfaces that are rough, most implants are put through a roughening process by the manufacturer.
To enhance bone healing, implants are sometimes coated with a calcium derivative found naturally occurring in human teeth and bones to jump start the osseointegration process called hydroxyapetite.
Implants are often threaded. In order to enhance implant placement and stability, thread shape and pitch are carefully calculated to help transfer biting force to the surrounding bone.
To learn more about Michigan Dental Implants, call Drs. Nemeth and Katranji at 248.357.3100 or email jrn@drnemeth.com or visit us on the web at http://www.drnemeth.com.
