Korean dental implants - advantages and disadvantages, installation features

Korea joined the ranks of countries producing dental implants about 30 years ago. Initially, classic root-shaped screw models were supplied to the market from there. The emphasis was on high quality and affordable prices. Today, the best Korean implants continue to maintain this combination that is attractive to consumers. At the same time, well-known brands offer models with improved characteristics that make it possible to obtain excellent long-term results.

Korean implants – a few words from history

Dental implants from South Korea first appeared on the world market in the 90s of the last century. At that time, the country was just beginning to actively develop its own economy and increase production capacity. The government has chosen the electronics industry and medicine as priority areas. Dental implantology turned out to be one of the most promising industries; it was decided to pay special attention to this area.

In those years, Koreans did not come up with anything new and spend incredible amounts of money on developing innovative solutions. They launched and expanded the production of classic root-shaped implants with standard threads, focusing on the quality of the systems produced. At the same time, they managed to present to the world reliable and proven designs that are affordable to a wide range of consumers. Today, South Korean manufacturers continue to maintain their brand, and also introduce new advanced technologies into production, producing implants of excellent quality and with the highest survival rates.

South Korean companies have managed to prove themselves well

The scope of application of Korean systems is quite wide and varied. Here are the main indications for installing artificial titanium roots:

• absence of one or more teeth in a row, including scattered ones,
• terminal defects, when there are no teeth in the distal sections that could become a support for other types of prosthetics,
• complete restoration of the jaw,
• contraindications to removable prosthetics, for example, allergies to the materials from which the structures are made, or bite defects that do not allow the system to be securely fixed,
• implantation using the classic two-stage method,
• one-stage treatment protocols,
• immediate installation immediately after tooth extraction.

Almost every Korean manufacturer that has managed to enter the international market offers a fairly wide range of implants and components for them. This allows us to successfully solve a variety of clinical problems, including complex and atypical cases. The best brands in this regard are Dentium, Osstem, Dio and NeoBiotech - let's look at the products of each of these companies in more detail.

Wide range of models

Implantium products are presented in several models and produce 4 types of systems. Each series differs in technical characteristics, the possibility of two-stage or one-stage implantation, cost, etc. Each patient will be able to choose something suitable for himself; implantium systems are suitable for any clinical case.

Young Korean brand Dentium

The manufacturer of this brand of implants is still very young - the brand appeared on the market only in 2000. The company does not have an impressive clinical base and does not have research results on the survival of its products in the long term. However, titanium roots Dentium (Dentis) are recognized as high quality, reliable and affordable. The range includes models of various lengths and diameters, which makes it possible to choose a modification that is optimally suited for each individual case.

The manufacturer also offers a wide selection of abutments, including angular abutments for inclined installation and TiN-coated ones for maximum esthetics when replacing anterior teeth. The implants themselves have an SLA surface – slightly porous, for better adhesion to bone tissue and rapid osseointegration. Another feature is a double thread with an increased pitch - it simplifies the implantation process, making it faster and less traumatic. The products are made from high quality titanium and absolute biocompatibility. Since the brand is young, the warranty period is only 3 months. Below are the most popular Dentium models.

Super-Line model

The line includes designs designed for both two-stage implantation and one-stage installation immediately after tooth extraction and with immediate crown loading. The model with double thread and increased pitch is especially recommended for aesthetic restoration of the smile area. The length of the rods varies from 7 to 12 mm, and the diameter - from 3.4 to 5.8 mm.

The implants are suitable for classical two-stage implantation

Inexpensive Implantium systems

A budget line that includes models of various lengths (8 - 14 mm) and diameters (3.4 - 4.8 mm). The designs have a classic conical shape with three cutting edges. Self-tapping thread promotes compaction of bone structures at the time of implantation of the structure, which increases its primary stability - fixation strength. In addition, such threads reduce the degree of trauma to living tissue. The structures have a reliable hexagonal connection with the abutment, which eliminates the formation of microgaps and is suitable for most suprastructures of the manufacturer.

Conical implants with three cutting edges

Mini Slim Onebody Designs

Mini-implants are used to support removable and conditionally removable dentures. They are more suitable as temporary solutions because they cannot cope with intense chewing loads. The diameter of such pins varies from 2 to 3.5 mm. They assume a minimally invasive installation, that is, implantation through punctures, without incisions of the mucous membrane and sutures.

Slim Onebody is used for fixation of removable or conditionally removable dentures

Main advantages

Dental implants made in Korea have many advantages over other implant systems.

• Possibility of choosing the optimal cost option (depending on the selected model);
• Effective and high-quality treatment;
• High quality materials;
• Strength and wear resistance;
• Possibility of “instant implantation” (installation of an implant immediately after tooth extraction);
• Short period of rehabilitation after the operation;
• Wide range of indications for implant installation;
• Versatility and reliability;
• Unique design;
• High aesthetic qualities;
• Eliminating the risk of allergic and toxic reactions.

Osstem is a renowned manufacturer with a 20-year history

One of the most famous South Korean brands, which has been supplying its products to the international market for 20 years. The quality of the products is comparable to representatives of premium brands, since the company attaches particular importance to innovation in the field of implantology and the introduction of advanced developments in the production of its products.

Important! The surface of the structures is sandblasted with aluminum oxide and then subjected to acid etching. This makes it possible to achieve a microporous structure, which is then cleansed from foreign impurities and contaminants. A similar technique is used by many other manufacturers, but only Osstem managed to achieve a noticeable reduction in osseointegration time by 20%1 - in most cases, implants can be loaded with a permanent prosthetic structure 1.5-2 months after implantation, including as part of classical implantation .

Osstem's range includes models for both delayed and immediate loading. Some models are successfully used as part of one-stage prosthetics on 4 and 6 implants. The manufacturer also produces modifications suitable for immediate implantation, direct or inclined installation. The range of abutments is no less diverse - there are straight, angular, made of titanium and zirconium. This choice provides ample opportunities for prosthetics, because the company offers various superstructures for beam, screw or cement fastening.

The thread of Osstem implants deserves special attention. It may differ in different modifications, but all models are united by the compression effect. At the moment of implantation of the rods, the bone tissue condenses, that is, it becomes denser, thereby increasing the primary stability of the entire structure. Some models combine different types of threads, for example, self-tapping and fine threads to increase the strength of fixation in soft fabric. There are also variations with “open thread” - in such models there is no last turn, which reduces the pressure on the bone and reduces the risk of its resorption in the long term.

The manufacturer's range includes products with a special CA surface - it is characterized by improved hydrophilic properties, which allows the use of designs for patients with a tendency to gum inflammation, for active smokers and women with hormonal imbalances. The company offers a fairly long warranty on its products – 25 years.

TS Series

Classic two-piece implant. The connection to the abutment is made in the form of a cone. The models presented in the TS line are suitable for fixation in both hard and soft bone. A distinctive feature is a self-tapping type corkscrew thread with two parallel turns - which makes installation easier and faster. The series provides two types of surface: hydrophilic SA, obtained by sandblasting and acid etching, and CA - with additional treatment with a calcium solution.

SS line

Two-piece design with an internal hexagonal abutment connection. Double thread provides high levels of primary stability in the bone, and the hydrophilic SA surface provides better adhesion to living bone tissue and accelerated healing.

Implants US

Two-component system with external hexagonal abutment connection. The special thread design ensures reliable fixation of the implant in conditions of increased softness of the bone. The models presented in this line demonstrate excellent primary stability and are suitable for implantation into bone of any degree of density.

MS one-piece designs

Solid implants designed for immediate loading of the prosthetic structure. They can have different diameters, including narrow modifications in the line for working in conditions of insufficient width of the alveolar ridge. There are models for restoration of the front part of the jaw, as well as for restoration of teeth in the premolar area with a narrow bone width.

Types of OSSTEM implants

Korean brand of dental implants DIO

Another manufacturer of dental implants from South Korea supplies systems that fall into the budget class. This is not as popular a brand as the first two, but the company’s products have proven themselves to be excellent in the field of restoration of anterior teeth – the smile zone. DIO has four series of implants: SM, Extra Wide, Pro Tem and Narrow Fix. The first two lines offer models focused mainly on classic two-stage technology. The main difference between them is the different type of thread. The next line – Pro Tem – is specifically designed for the restoration of the frontal group of teeth. Narrow Fix models are used to provide support for fixed dentures.

DIO products have proven themselves successfully

“I installed an implant with a crown in your clinic, and now I want to express my gratitude and gratitude to you for such high-quality and well-coordinated work by all specialists. I was initially somewhat limited in finances, so the South Korean implant became a real salvation for me. In other clinics I was offered only expensive systems from the USA, but here they found an option that completely suited me in terms of quality and price. The operation went quickly enough, there were no complications, and the rehabilitation was surprisingly easy and short. Now nothing stops me from smiling and enjoying life. Thank you for that!"

Oksana V. G., 41 years old, review on the website of a Moscow dental clinic

The implants have an RBM surface - the microporous structure promotes stronger adhesion to bone tissue, as well as improving the process of osseointegration.

Content:

1. Dentium range
2. Description of the Implantium systems
3. Advantages of Implantium implants
4. Indications and contraindications for installation
5. Possible complications
6. How to properly care for Implantium implants

After removing damaged teeth, the question invariably arises about ways to restore the integrity of the dentition.
Existing defects can be closed using special implants. They replace missing units, make the smile aesthetic, and cope well with the chewing function. Today, doctors offer many highly effective implantation systems. Many of them are too expensive. Dentium offers consumers a decent combination of price and quality. It produces Implantium implants.

The company has been operating since 2000. It has its own Institute of Implantology, a clinical base where experimental research is conducted and innovative products are developed. Dentium products have already proven themselves well in Asia, America, and Europe. Increasingly, they are being installed for Russian patients in dental clinics.

Manufacturer NeoBiotech and features of its products

The company appeared on the market only in 2000, but by now it has managed to establish itself as a reliable manufacturer of high-quality modern implants. Neobiotech offers two types of artificial roots: IS II and IS II active. The latter have a special coating that promotes faster engraftment into bone tissue.

NeoBiotech appeared on the market only in 2000

In most cases, implants of this brand are successfully used within immediate loading protocols, when the prosthesis is fixed immediately after the implantation of titanium rods or within a few days after the procedure. The Bioseal abutment connection design eliminates microgaps and minimizes long-term bone loss at the implant base.

How to install

The patient must undergo examination before implantation. The dentist will examine the oral cavity and do an x-ray or computed tomography to determine the quality of bone tissue and jaw anatomy. The implantation of the structure is carried out in stages:

1. Anesthesia.
2. Implantation of an implant by screwing or through an incision in the gum into the formed bed.
3. The rehabilitation period is 2-3 weeks for soft tissue healing.
4. Opening the artificial root and installing the gum former.
5. Taking an impression of the jaw to make a crown.
6. Period of osseointegration (3-5 months).
7. Installation of abutment.
8. Fixation of an artificial tooth or prosthesis.

Experts do not recommend installing temporary crowns in order to reduce the load on the bone, prevent loosening of the structure and minimize the risk of complications or rejection of the structure.

Current prices for South Korean implants

The cost of Korean systems in most cases is affordable for a wide range of patients. However, the exact price will depend on the manufacturing company, the specific model, the complexity of each individual case and the pricing policy of the dental center. The table below shows approximate prices for products of Korean brands.

When calculating the full cost of treatment, it is necessary to take into account that some clinics do not include X-ray diagnostics (CT), production and installation of a prosthetic structure in the indicated price. Others, on the contrary, offer comprehensive turnkey restoration, but in this case the price can be much higher. Before signing the contract, it is important to discuss with a specialist all the nuances of the upcoming treatment, clarify which services are included in the price, and which services will have to be completed in any case, but you need to pay for them separately.

Contraindications for restoring teeth with titanium roots

Modern dental implants, including those made in South Korea, make it possible to restore missing teeth in a wide variety of clinical cases. However, there is still a list of restrictions that prohibit the implantation of titanium rods. Here are the main contraindications:

• diseases of the blood and hematopoietic organs,
• mental disorders,
• oncological pathologies,
• connective tissue diseases,
• diabetes mellitus in the uncompensated stage,
• serious pathologies of the skeletal system,
• endocrine diseases.

Important! Classical implantation places increased demands on the condition and volume of bone tissue. If it is not enough or is in unsatisfactory condition, you will first have to undergo bone grafting.

There is also a list of relative contraindications. Some conditions impose only temporary restrictions on treatment, and after recovery or elimination of pathological phenomena, implantation becomes available. We are talking about pregnancy and breastfeeding, exacerbations of chronic pathologies, colds, insufficient oral hygiene and the presence of untreated caries.

Korean or Israeli implants – which one to choose?

If we compare South Korean systems with implants from companies from other countries, it would be more logical to put them on the same level as products from Israeli manufacturers - Adin, MIS, Noris Medical. Both Korean and Israeli designs mostly belong to the affordable price segment, but at the same time they have excellent quality, reliability and high survival rates. It is these characteristics that have made them so popular and widely in demand in many countries around the world, including Russia.

MIS implants are suitable for both the classical method of implantation and one-stage protocols

In fact, the debate about which titanium roots are better continues to this day in the medical community. Experts have not yet come to a definite answer. Therefore, when choosing one option or another, experts are often based on personal experience and their own preferences.

South Korean implants are truly high-quality systems that allow you to successfully solve even complex clinical problems. Today they constitute worthy competition for products of famous and well-known brands.

1. According to data posted on the company website: www.osstem.ru.

Abutment versatility

The abutment is the connecting link between the titanium root itself and the prosthesis; it connects these two elements, and the entire structure takes on the appearance of a living tooth. produces universal abutments; their peculiarity is that they can be used for systems of different diameters. In addition, they have a yellowish tint, i.e. they do not shine through soft tissue.