A randomized clinical trial on zirconia versus titanium implants in maxillary single tooth replacement

J H W de Beus1,2, M S Cune1,3, J W A Slot1

  • 1Department of Restorative Dentistry, University Medical Center Groningen, Center for Dentistry and Oral Hygiene, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands.

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Summary

Zirconia and titanium dental implants show comparable marginal bone level changes one year after placement. Both implant types demonstrated favorable clinical outcomes and patient-related measures, suggesting suitability for maxillary premolar replacement.

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