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Resorption times for various ceramic carriers.
| Material | Resorption time | Compressive strength |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium sulphate | 3-6 weeks in soft tissues | Poor |
| 6-12 weeks in bone | ||
| Tricalcium phosphate | 6-18 months | Intermediate |
| Calcium phosphate | 6 months-10 years | Excellent |
| Hydroxyapatite | ||
| * Amorphous precipitated low temperature form * Sintered high temperature form |
6-12 months | Excellent |
| 10 years plus | Excellent | |
