PHILADELPHIA, PA – In the nearly two years since Philadelphia, PA Periodontist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo\’s practice was chosen by Z-Systems to be the first U.S. office to offer the metal-free implant alternative, a multitude of patients have benefited from the innovative system.

DiGiallorenzo, a Philadelphia, PA dental implants specialist, was chosen in 2009 by the Swiss biotechnology company because he is a key opinion leader in the metal-free implant field.

He has placed more than 100 metal-free dental implants- including brands other than Z-Systems- since he began using them in 2009.

Metal-free dental implants provide a multitude of benefits. Zirconium has become popular as a desirable implant material because it has favorable biomechanical characteristics. Patients\’ hard and soft tissues also respond well to it.

As far as holistic considerations go, zirconium implants eliminate the need to use titanium or other metal in implant procedures, said Dr. Digiallorenzo.

Aesthetically speaking, zirconia compares in color to a person\’s natural tooth color, which eliminates the dark line around the gum that is characteristic of titanium dental implants.

In terms of dental hygiene, zirconium is favored by many periodontists because it retains less calculus and plaque than titanium. That means gums stay healthier.

Metal-free implants have been popular in Japan for some time, as this is where most of the original science originated. They continue to gain a devoted following in the United States, due to the growing popularity of metal-free, holistic dentistry. They also serve as a viable alternative to patients who have been diagnosed with titanium sensitivity by their medical doctor, acupuncturist or chiropractor.

It is estimated that about four percent of Americans have titanium sensitivity. Diagnosis of this condition is done through blood, muscle or patch testing. DiGiallorenzo and the other Philadelphia, PA periodontists offer this testing in his practice.

In the past two years, DiGiallorenzo has developed a clinician outreach in the U.S. with other clinicians, and he has created a public awareness campaign. He also developed a clinical review board to gather data on clinical success, which was presented at two national symposiums in 2009.

\”When it comes to the use of ceramics in dentistry, there is a long history,\” he said. \”Zirconium dioxide is proving to be particularly well-accepted and proven in dental implantology, and I foresee it becoming as accepted in implantology circles as ceramics are in general and cosmetic dentistry circles.\”

The number of registered holistic, metal-free dentists continues to increase, DiGiallorenzo said. Currently, there are about 5,000 practitioners nationwide.

\”Many of the leading manufacturers of dental implants are coating titanium with zirconium to achieve improved biologic outcomes,\” he said. \”Since I began offering the metal-free option in my office, the results have been nothing but extraordinary with phenomenal hard and soft tissue integration.\”

About Dr. David Digiallorenzo
Dr. David Digiallorenzo, or \”Dr. D,\” graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry in 1993 and completed a specialty in periodontics and dental implantology from the University of Pennsylvania in 1995.

He is an associate clinical professor at the University of Pennsylvania in the Department of Periodontics. He teaches nationally and internationally and is a regular contributor to dental literature.

Dr. D\’s private practice in suburban Philadelphia concentrates on periodontics, dental implantology, advanced reconstructive case management and TMJ treatment. It is a unique dental spa with two full-time massage therapists that specialize in reflexology, reiki, massage, aromatherapy and homeopathy. This combination creates a relaxed, optimal healing response.
Dr. D has two office locations: 184 W. Main St., Ste. 200, in Collegeville, PA; and 121 E. Fourth St. in Williamsport, PA.

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