The Flossery, in Waltham, Massachusetts, recognizes zirconia as a viable ceramic implant option for replacing missing teeth and enabling long-term stability and ease of maintenance associated with natural teeth. Touting a 2021 systematic review that showed zirconia implants are better than titanium implants in esthetics, clinical benefits and survival rates, the practice is one of just a few in New England that now opts for zirconia. 

Owner Yasmin Chebbi, DMD, FAGD, author of Eat, Sleep, Breathe Oral Health: Why Your Mouth Matters, explains, “Zirconia makes a great alternative to titanium since some people may have an allergy to titanium which can cause systemic issues.”

Additionally, zirconia is metal-free; biocompatible with human tissues; attracts less bacteria; is easier to keep clean and accumulate less plaque; has high strength and fracture resistance; withstands wear and corrosion; matches natural tooth color better than titanium implants; makes a great option for front teeth; and, according to the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, may be a better option for those with autoimmune or inflammatory conditions.

“Implants are healthier and more durable than other solutions to replace missing teeth and they can help you chew, talk, and smile with more confidence,” notes Chebbi, who acknowledges the intricate connection between oral health and overall wellness.

The Flossery offers many holistic dental services including SMART (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique), Functional Orthodontics and Regenerative Dentistry.

Location: 32 South St., Ste. 100, Waltham, MA. For more information or to make an appointment, call 781-894-0500 or visit MyFlossery.com.