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Treatment · Metal-free

Ceramic (zirconia) implants

Ceramic implants are made of zirconia instead of titanium. They are chosen by some patients who prefer metal-free treatment.1

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In short
  • Smaller evidence base than titanium.2
  • Fewer sizes and options.

Evidence

Systematic review

Systematic reviews comparing zirconia and titanium implants report results that depend on the outcome and follow-up studied; the long-term evidence base for zirconia is smaller. 123

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Last updated 28 Sep 2026 · How we review

Sources

  1. Systematic reviewPadhye NM et al. Survival and success of zirconia compared with titanium implants: systematic review and meta-analysis — Clin Oral Investig, 2023. Accessed 28 Sep 2026.
  2. Systematic reviewMorena D et al. Zirconia versus titanium implants: systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs — J Clin Med, 2024. Accessed 28 Sep 2026.
  3. Systematic reviewHaimov E et al. Titanium, titanium-zirconium and zirconia implant outcomes: systematic review and meta-analysis — J Oral Maxillofac Res, 2023. Accessed 28 Sep 2026.

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