Summary Types of dental implants according to different classifications

Dental Implants
Definition: A prosthetic device made of alloplastic biomaterial, surgically
implanted into the oral tissues beneath the mucosa, and/or periosteal layer, and/or
within the bone to provide retention and support for a fixed or removable
prosthesis.

Components of a typical implant restoration:
1. The implant (fixture) (root portion): it is the actual part that is inserted into
the bone.
2. The abutment: it is the core area which is connected to the implant where the
prosthetic part is attached to it.
3. The prosthesis: it is either single crown, fixed partial denture, over denture
or any type of restoration connected to the implant and the abutment.

Classification of implants according to position:
1. Endodontic stabilizer
2. Mucosal inserts (Mucoperiosteal - implant interface)
3. Subperiosteal implants
4. Transmandibular (transosseous)
5. Endosteal_ (Endosseous)implants

Classification of endosseous implants according to their
design:
1. Blade form endosteal implant
2. Root form implants

Classification of endosseous implants according to their
material:
1. Pure titanium
2. Titanium alloy