Dental Implant - Clasification part II

(E)     Biologic classification :

     Based on tissue response and systemic toxicity effects of the implant

                               Biotolerant

                               Bioinert

                               Bioactive

(F)    Based on surface characteristics  :

        Titanium plasma - sprayed coating

        Sand blasting – Surface etching

        Laser induced surface roughening

       Hydroxyapatite coating

(G)      Based on implant – tissue interface :

            Osseointegration

           Fibrointegration

       

(H)      Based on Foundation :

           Implant supported

           Implant assisted

      

(I)     Based on mode of retention of prosthesis :

   Removable

   Fixed  -      Screw retained

                          Cement retained