Exploring The Wonderful World Of Titanium And Why It’s Used In Dental Implants
If you’re considering undergoing dental implants in Richmond, you’ll probably be aware that they’re made using titanium. Yes that’s right, the exact same material that’s used in Formula 1 racing cars and the Space Shuttle; but have you ever wondered why? Let’s take a look..
Lightweight but durable too
One of the great properties of titanium is that it’s extremely lightweight, but it also has similar strength to that of steel. After all, a dental implant has to be able to take a bearing load of around 200lbs per square inch (the standard force of a human bite) without cracking or shattering, so this makes titanium the perfect material. That said, it doesn’t want to feel like it weighs a ton in your mouth either, so what better to use than a strong metal that feels as light as plastic when held in the hand.
Excellent resistance factors
Titanium is resistant to just about any other matter. As a result it can easily withstand attacks from fluorides, acids and chlorines, all of which are which are naturally contained in the foods and drinks that we consume. As a result it’s the perfect material for a dental implant. In Richmond, here at Sheen Dental, although we use a variety of dental implants to suit the needs of our patients, they’re all made using titanium for this very reason.
Won’t react with the body
Titanium has been successfully used in hip replacement operations and other surgical procedures for many years. Why? Because it’s one of the few materials that won’t cause a reaction when inserted into the body. Fitting a dental implant involves attaching it down into the base of the jaw, therefore it stands to reason that the material used shouldn’t cause the body to naturally reject it and as such, titanium fits the bill perfectly.
Bone tissue loves it
Perhaps the most amazing feature of titanium is that bone tissue loves it! That’s just as well, especially when you consider that the main factor that makes dental implants stand out from its counterparts is that it’s secured directly into the jaw bone and as a result is completely self-supporting. In order for this to occur a natural process known as osseointegration takes place. This is where the surrounding bone tissue will (over a period of time) merge and fuse with the implant when anchored into the jaw bone, eventually creating one super-strong platform.
As you can see, titanium is one amazing material and one which is vital to the success of dental implants. In Richmond here at Sheen Dental if you would like to find out more about the process and how to bring back your smile, then book your free, no-obligation consultation by contacting us on 020 8876 5277 or visiting our website at www.sheendentalimplants.co.uk.