Hip Implant Options
Many brands and several types of implants are available to patients in need of hip replacement surgery. Some manufacturers of these implants perform extensive advertising online. With such abundant information and so many choices available, however, it’s important to remember that Internet-based information can be confusing or misleading. Your physician should always help you identify your optimal treatment.
Dr. Scott will support you, therefore, in making the most informed decision regarding your care. He has years of experience with all the hip replacement options. In some cases, Dr. Scott has been involved in the design of new hip implant systems and can provide details to help you determine the option best suited to you. Hip implants vary according to your medical condition, age, gender, etc. Each implant has materials that attach to your leg bone (femur) and your hip socket (acetabulum). Common options include metal and polyethylene, ceramic-on-ceramic, and metal-on-metal materials. Patients may also choose between acrylic cement for bone adherence or non-cement implant options. Typically, older patients benefit from the cement options due to their weakened bones while younger patients can benefit from non-cement materials.
