• non-resorbable or partially resorbable materials
• resorbable materials

Synthetic bone replacement materials can be divided into two types

Non-resorbable or partially resorbable materials can be well integrated into the bone. An advantage of the long lasting materials is a good primary stability in the area of the defect. The osseointegrated bone substitute allows for a longer time frame and more flexibility to perform the implantation, especiall in oral surgery. However, the material will remain over a longer period and will not be replaced by native bone at an early stage, if ever.

β-Tricalcium phosphate (TCP) is a fully resorbable bioceramic substance with excellent material properties for bone regeneration. Complete resorption in a uniform way parallel to the formation of own regenerated bone can only be achieved in so-called pure-phase β-TCP, such as Cerasorb^®. Cerasorb^® has been proven to fulfill all requirements for an unproblematic and successful healing process (Peters, Reif, 2004).