Titanium Allergy In Implant Dentistry : Literature Review

Titanium use for making implants to replace the teeth and associated structures is now in common Dental practice. Owing to its high resistance to corrosion in a physiological environment and the excellent biocompatibility that gives it a passive, stable oxide film, titanium is considered the material of choice for intraosseous use. There are certain studies which show titanium as an allergen but the resources to diagnose titanium sensitivity are very limited. The allergic response to titanium is reported in very few cases. The purpose of this article is to create awareness among the people handling and using titanium in dentistry so that better strategies can be developed to manage the allergic response to it