The loss of one or more teeth is a problem that causes not only physical inconvenience, but also psychological discomfort. In modern dentistry, the best way to restore aesthetics and functionality is considered to be the installation of implants that completely replicate the structure of the missing elements and are durable and reliable. However, there are many manufacturers - when choosing microprostheses, it is best to focus on proven brands, which include German ICX implants.
Advantages and nuances of the most popular German dental implants
German implants are a mark of quality among all implantation systems.
They appeared on the dental market around the 1980s. Currently, Germany is among the TOP 3 countries leading in terms of the production of high-quality implantation systems. We have identified 5 main competitive advantages of German dental implants:
- Optimal price-quality ratio. According to their characteristics, which experts evaluate during operation, implants made in Germany are close to premium category analogues, while costing at least 30% less;
- Versatility. German brands produce a wide range of dental implants for restoring teeth, even in the most complex clinical cases;
- Wide variability in prosthetics. If a dentist deals with implants from Germany, the result of implantation will exceed all expectations;
- Dental systems have ideal design features: root-shaped, sharpened threads, there are options with larger threads, which is important for patients with loose bone tissue;
- The survival rate is about 99%. German dental implants demonstrate truly impressive statistics of successful adaptation in the oral cavity.
It is important! German dental implants are close to the so-called “top” systems. If we compare them with their Israeli counterparts, the latter are more budget options, but they have less guarantee of survival. Although in both groups there are both worthy options and systems with certain nuances. The choice should be made solely on the basis of consultation with a dentist.
Implants made in Germany
German designs for dental implantation first appeared on the market in the 80s of the 20th century. It was during this period of time that dental associations in many countries recognized this technology for dental restoration as the most progressive and high-quality.
Precision manufacturing and high quality are inherent in German manufacturers of dental implants
Gradually, Germany gained fame as the main manufacturer of implantological products. This happened due to the fact that specialists around the world appreciated the unsurpassed quality of German implants, their versatility and the success of long-term results after the procedure.
The largest and most famous brands of implantology from Germany - Ankylos and XiVE (a young company) have already been purchased by the US corporation Dentsply.
But even without these manufacturers, the country still has a strong position in the implant market and there are those who can offer interesting developments in this industry. Below follows a more detailed description of such systems.
German implants from the ICX brand
ICX is a famous brand that comes from Germany. The German company Medentis Medical GmbH, which has been successfully operating on the market for more than twenty years, produces implants under this brand. The company is famous for its technological developments, which are tested in its own Medentis laboratory.
Why do they love German ICX implants from Germany?
- The brand has a fairly well-thought-out series of implants that help restore teeth even in the most difficult clinical situations. The length of the implants is from 0.65 to 1.5 cm, and the diameter of the trunk is from 0.29 to 0.48 cm;
- German ICX dental implants are based on a high-quality titanium alloy, which has a hydrophilic SLA surface;
- ICX implants demonstrate increased stability in bone. Provided that all implantation requirements are met, there is virtually no risk of rejection;
- A well-thought-out abutment design, due to which the implant demonstrates a stable position in the bone;
- It is possible to select ICX implants from the line for classical and simultaneous implantation.
The estimated cost of ICX implants from Germany is 34,500 rubles per unit. The manufacturer provides a lifetime warranty for ICX implants.
German dental implants from the Impro brand (IMPRO)
German implant systems from the IMPRO brand - dental systems produced (Germany). This corporation also specializes in the production of materials and equipment for the defense industry. German Impro implants are quite versatile. In the line of proposed implants, you can easily select systems for restoring chewing teeth, as well as incisors.
Experts highlight 5 competitive advantages of Impro implants from Germany:
- High rates of biocompatibility and survival in bone. German implants are made of high-quality titanium with coating, thanks to which the body does not reject them
- The Impro brand offers dental systems for the successful implementation of classical and express implantation protocols;
- Due to the thoughtful shape of each implant, designed for installation in a specific area, it is possible to optimally distribute the load;
- The specific design of implants in some cases allows one to avoid expensive osteoplasty;
- The optimal ratio of quality, like luxury implants, and an affordable price.
The estimated cost of German Impro implants is 31,000 rubles per unit.
Dental implants Xive Friadent (Germany – USA)
Xive implants have recently been considered American, since the exclusive right to the brand was purchased by the Dentplay concern from the USA. But we will still highlight this group of implants, since in most protocols they are indicated as German.
The Xive Friadent brand was born in Germany in the early 1990s. The brand has gained popularity all over the world thanks to the unique connection between the implant and the abutment. Closer to 2000, Xive Friadent produced S implants, designed for simultaneous loading with a prosthesis as part of express implantation. In 2010, a system of screw fixation on an implant at any selected angle appeared in Germany, which also provoked a real breakthrough in dentistry.
5 important features of German implants Xive Friadent (Germany):
- Unique design. Thanks to the thoughtful shape of the implant and thread, reliable stability in the bone is ensured;
- Solving problems even in the most advanced cases. Xive Friadent implants take root in patients with loose bone tissue or its acute deficiency. They are allowed to be given to people with osteoporosis and diabetes;
- Proven quality. Xive Friadent implants are in demand in Germany, Russia and all over the world. The material used is pure titanium alloy.
- There are no gaps between the implant and abutment.
- There are virtually no risks of rejection, but the manufacturer provides a 10-year warranty on most implants.
About the manufacturer
The ICX line, developed and patented in Germany by Medentis Medical back in the late 1980s, has rightfully earned positive reviews from experts from all over the world. Practice shows that the proposed models do not cause installation problems. High-quality and reliable implants ensure complete restoration of the natural anatomical structure of the jaw, and meet the requirements not only for the operational, but also for the visual characteristics of microprostheses.
German implants Semados (Semados)
Implantation systems of the Semados brand are produced by almost the same name (Germany). These implants have a number of differences from analogues of other brands:
- made of class IV titanium, that is, a material of increased quality with an improved degree of purification. For comparison, many Swiss luxury implants are made of exactly this material;
- Implants have an increased area of contact with bone tissue, due to which it is firmly held in the bone;
- manufacturer Semados produces a range of implants for any clinical case;
- The German brand provides a 20-year guarantee on implants;
- in some series of implants, the cervical area of the implant is polished, which significantly reduces the level of injury during implantation;
- Semados implants can be safely placed in the smile area, as they are firmly embedded in the bone and will not be visible through the gums. It is possible to select the optimal implant for patients with anatomically thin gums.
3 popular lines of Semados implants:
- Mini are small implants that are used for dental implantation in patients with narrow jaws. Relevant for implantation in clients with complete absence of teeth - then several of these mini implants are screwed into the jaw, on which a prosthetic system is placed on top;
- Universal S – classic German implants, which are used by dentists to implement the classic two-stage implantation procedure;
- RI Semados are implants made in Germany, which are suitable for implantation in patients with obvious bone tissue atrophy, in the most complex clinical cases. Such implants are made in the shape of cones and also have large threads, which allows them to stand stably in the jaw. These German implants are relevant for express implantation.
The estimated cost of the Semados implant is 34,500 rubles per piece. Additionally, prosthetic construction and bone grafting (if the patient needs it) are paid for.
Expert opinion: is it worth installing German implants?
If you want to restore a tooth at an affordable price, implants from manufacturers from Germany are the best option. Dentists from leading Moscow clinics, including dental implantologists, work with such implant systems. Reviews about German implants speak for themselves - people have their smile restored in the absence of teeth, a clear deficiency of hard bone tissue in the jaw, and poor survival rate of the most expensive implants. German implants that have proven their superiority take root really well in the shortest possible time.
Is it profitable to install German implants? Of course yes! Even if there are no teeth, professional implantation using German systems will cost less than a cup of coffee every day. Just do these simple calculations and see for yourself.
A specialist from the Zuub clinic will help you choose a specific implantation system. There are solutions for any clinical case. Trust the professionals who will help you go from missing a tooth to a beautiful, healthy and full smile!
Flaws
One of the disadvantages of the models under consideration is their low representation. Not all Russian clinics have specialists whose qualifications allow them to work freely with ICX implants.
All-on-six technique
One of the methods of prosthetics recommended for complete edentia is the installation of a conditionally removable structure on six implants, provided for by the “All-on-6” protocol. The special layout of the artificial pins that serve as the base guarantees a strong fixation of the replacement system. The connection to the rods is carried out using screw elements.
To implement the “all-on-six” technique using ICX implants, the following algorithm is provided:
- The preparatory stage includes taking tests, undergoing a CT scan and creating a digital model that allows you to analyze the condition of the jaw and draw up a treatment plan taking into account the features of the anatomical structure. After elaboration, a template is created based on the cast, on which the position of each future rod is marked;
- Installation of pins involves screwing six ICX support implants into the bone tissue, on which a temporary structure is placed, providing sufficient load for the adaptation phase. If necessary, bone tissue augmentation is allowed, the need for which arises with prolonged edentia;
- Adaptation - the duration of primary healing varies from one to one and a half weeks, and requires periodic medical monitoring. The very next day after integration, moderately hard food is allowed. General recovery lasts up to six months;
- Final prosthetics - after confirming the integration of the implants, the temporary structure is replaced with a permanent one, with elements made of metal ceramics or zirconium dioxide.
The ICX design allows the use of a ceramic abutment, which eliminates dark metal showing through the prosthetic crown and improves the aesthetics of the smile. The duration of operation of prostheses is at least ten years, which are covered by a warranty from the manufacturer. To increase service life, it is recommended to maintain oral hygiene, visit the dentist every six months for preventive maintenance, and also monitor the load on the jaw area.
