The new NanoTrust Dossier No. 63 deals with biocompatible dental implants made of ceramic, which are increasingly replacing the usual titanium implants. In addition to aesthetic benefits such as colour fastness, these metal-free materials are also more compatible with tissue in patients with pre-existing conditions or metal allergies. Other advantages include improved chances of healing in the bone and a longer lifespan.
However, through abrasion technical nanomaterials can be released during the insertion and use of these implants. Although no negative interactions in the human body are known to date, possible health risks must be taken into account and investigated in more detail for authorisation procedures for innovative materials.
The current NanoTrust dossier on this topic provides an overview of the material properties of ceramic dental implants in comparison with conventional implants made of titanium and explains the potential opportunities and risks associated with the use of this material in dental implantology.