Definitions for "Hydroxylapatite"
A calcium phosphate mineral which is the primary inorganic component of bone. Interbody Cage: A hollow metal cage or machined allograft bone that is placed between the two vertebral bodies. The hollow center is typically packed with autograft bone and or a bone substitute.
with respect to dental implants, a coating bonded to the titanium surface of an implant in order to enhance its ability to fuse to bone faster.
A material used to increase the height and width of dental ridges. It is also used as a single-tooth root implant material. Sometimes known as "HA."