Computer-aided Design/Computer-aided Manufacturing Protocol for Immediate Loading with Zirconia Implants

Abstract

Yttria-tetragonal zirconia polycrystal (Y-TZP) is a material globally accepted for restorative and implant dentistry. The patient's increased demand for more biologic and esthetic materials has made metal-free treatment a routine in everyday dental practice. Zirconia implants have more recently appeared into our armamentarium and is today the treatment of choice for patients with metal allergies and other immune disorders that are related with metal sensitivities as well as esthetic demanding cases. The present case report describes the protocol used for immediate zirconia implants and immediate loading for the full-mouth rehabilitation using computer-aided design/computeraided manufacturing (cad/cam) technology.