Osseointegration of zirconia implants compared with titanium: an <it>in vivo </it>study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Titanium and titanium alloys are widely used for fabrication of dental implants. Since the material composition and the surface topography of a biomaterial play a fundamental role in osseointegration, various chemical and physical su...

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Main Authors: Lauer Hans-Christoph, Kiattavorncharoen Sirichai, Wiesmann Hans-Peter, Naujoks Christian, Ommerborn Michelle, Zipprich Holger, Depprich Rita, Meyer Ulrich, Kübler Norbert R, Handschel Jörg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-12-01
Series:Head & Face Medicine
Online Access:http://www.head-face-med.com/content/4/1/30