Zirconia Implants: Practice-based Evidence

This study is a prospective case series clinical study to examine the effectiveness of Ceramic dental implants manufactured by Swiss Dental Solutions (SDS). Participants with an indication from the dentist for teeth extraction and replacement are invited to participate in this study. Participating in this study will involve the use of dental implants manufactured by Swiss Dental Solutions (SDS zirconia dental implants), submission of the case data, including pre-operative information, intra-operative details, and post-operative follow-up data, to the study site and its collaborating partners. The SDS zirconia dental implants used in this research are FDA cleared devices that are available for dental treatments.

Inclusion Criteria: * The need for implant placement in position of single or multiple teeth to be extracted and to replace up to 3 teeth * Availability of patient for a minimum follow-up of one year following implantation * Availability of complete follow-up data in medical records * Availability of post-operative and follow-up periapical radiographs Exclusion Criteria: * History of head and neck irradiation * History of bisphosphonate or medications that induce osteonecrosis of the jaw * Untreated systemic diseases that are known to affect wound healing, such as uncontrolled diabetes mellitus * Immunocompromised or immunoproliferative diseases * Heavy Smoking of \>10 cigarettes per day