Neodent vs. Zeramex Ceramic Dental Implants: The Truth About Metal-Free Options

Ceramic dental implants are becoming increasingly popular in Singapore and worldwide. Patients often choose them for their natural look, excellent biocompatibility, and the promise of a metal-free alternative to traditional titanium implants.

But here’s the question: are all ceramic implants really metal-free?

In this article, we compare two leading ceramic implant systems—Neodent and Zeramex—and explain the key difference that patients need to know: the material used in the abutment screw.

Neodent Ceramic Implants: Not Entirely Metal-Free

Neodent, part of the globally recognised Straumann Group, has developed the Zi Ceramic Implant System. At first glance, it seems like the perfect ceramic solution. The implant body and abutment are both made of zirconia, a highly aesthetic and biocompatible ceramic material.

However, the hidden truth lies in the abutment screw.

Neodent uses a titanium abutment screw to connect the ceramic abutment to the implant.

This means:

• Neodent’s system is not 100% metal-free.

• Titanium is safe and well-researched, but for patients specifically seeking a metal-free dental implant in Singapore, Neodent may not fully meet that requirement.

Zeramex XT: The World’s First Truly Metal-Free Ceramic Implant

Zeramex XT, a Swiss-engineered system, takes ceramic implants one step further. Made from high-strength ATZ zirconia (alumina-toughened zirconia), Zeramex ensures long-lasting stability and aesthetics.

The difference is in the connection:

Instead of titanium, Zeramex uses a Vicarbo® screw made from carbon fibre–reinforced PEEK (polyether ether ketone).

This innovation means that the entire implant system is 100% metal-free—from implant body to abutment screw. For patients with metal sensitivities, allergies, or holistic health preferences, Zeramex provides a unique solution.