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Not all dental implants are equal. Picasso Dental Clinic uses proven implant systems — including Straumann, Nobel Biocare, Osstem, ETK, and Neodent — chosen for long-term survival data, bone integration, and international repairability.
One of the most important questions an international patient can ask before committing to dental implant treatment is: which implant brand will be used, and why? The implant itself — the titanium post that is surgically placed into the jawbone — is the foundation of everything above it. The crown, abutment, and prosthetic component all depend on the implant fitting correctly, integrating fully with bone, and having readily available replacement parts for decades to come.
This matters especially for dental tourists. If your implant is placed in Hanoi using a component that is manufactured only in Vietnam or sourced from an obscure supplier, any future prosthetic work — a crown replacement, an abutment adjustment, a loose component — cannot be managed by a dentist in your home country. You would need to return to Vietnam for every subsequent issue. By contrast, using globally stocked systems from established manufacturers means any implant-trained dentist worldwide can work with your components.
At Picasso Dental Clinic, implant selection is a clinical decision based on bone quality, anatomy, treatment complexity, and long-term repairability — not on cost margins. The systems in use at the clinic each have specific clinical applications, well-documented survival data, and global distribution networks that protect patients long after they return home.
1. Straumann (Switzerland)
Straumann is the implant system used most widely in academic research and university dental hospitals worldwide. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Basel, Straumann has built the most extensive body of published clinical evidence of any implant manufacturer. Over 10,000 peer-reviewed studies reference Straumann implants, covering outcomes at 10, 15, and 20 years across multiple patient populations and bone conditions.
The brand’s flagship Bone Level Tapered (BLT) implant is designed for placement in various bone densities, including the softer bone commonly found in the upper jaw. Its SLActive surface — a chemically modified titanium surface that is hydrophilic — accelerates early osseointegration by attracting blood and bone-forming cells more rapidly than conventional surfaces. In clinical studies, SLActive implants showed significantly higher bone-to-implant contact at 2 and 4 weeks compared with standard surfaces, reducing the waiting period before loading with a crown in many cases.
At Picasso Dental Clinic, Straumann implants are recommended for patients who require maximum long-term predictability, for complex cases involving bone grafting or immediate loading protocols, and for patients with medical conditions that require the safest possible implant system. Straumann components are stocked by dental suppliers in every country where patients routinely travel for dental tourism, making them the most globally serviceable option available.
The cost premium for Straumann is real, and Picasso Dental Clinic prices this system accordingly. For patients who want the highest documented survival data and global repairability with no compromises, Straumann is the appropriate choice.
2. Nobel Biocare (Switzerland)
Nobel Biocare shares the top tier with Straumann in terms of clinical pedigree. The company’s history traces directly to the research of Professor Per-Ingvar Brånemark, the Swedish surgeon who discovered osseointegration — the biological process by which titanium fuses with living bone — in the 1950s and 1960s. Nobel Biocare commercialised Brånemark’s implant system in the 1980s, and the company’s products have been used in landmark long-term studies that established the foundational survival data for dental implants as a clinical discipline.
Nobel Biocare’s current product lines — including the NobelActive, NobelReplace, and All-on-4 implant systems — are specifically engineered for the full spectrum of implant indications. The All-on-4 treatment concept, which uses four implants to support a fixed full-arch prosthesis in a single surgical day, was developed and validated by Nobel Biocare in clinical research at the University of Lisbon. The extensive peer-reviewed literature on this protocol makes Nobel Biocare the reference brand for full-arch implant rehabilitation.
At Picasso Dental Clinic, Nobel Biocare implants are used for All-on-4 and All-on-6 full-arch cases, for patients with demanding aesthetic requirements in the front teeth where precise emergence profiles are critical, and for patients who are familiar with the Nobel Biocare system from previous treatment abroad and wish to continue with the same brand. Nobel Biocare’s global distribution is equivalent to Straumann — components are available through dental supply networks in Australia, the UK, the United States, Canada, and throughout Europe.
3. Osstem (South Korea)
Osstem is the largest dental implant manufacturer in Asia and ranks among the top five globally by volume. Founded in 1997 in South Korea, Osstem entered the market as the implant alternative that offered Swiss-standard manufacturing quality at a significantly lower cost point. Over 25 years, the company has built a clinical evidence base that now supports more than 15 million implants placed worldwide across over 90 countries.
The Osstem TS system — the company’s flagship implant line — features an internal conical connection and a surface treatment called SAFE (Self-Adhesive Fluoride treated Enhanced) that has been validated in clinical studies to show osseointegration rates broadly comparable to European premium systems.
At Picasso Dental Clinic, Osstem implants are used for single-tooth and multi-tooth implant cases where patients require a clinically validated outcome at a more accessible cost. They are also commonly used in full-arch cases where the volume of implants required makes the cost of European premium systems prohibitive for the patient’s budget. Osstem components are distributed in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and most major Asian dental markets, providing reasonable serviceability for dental tourists returning home.
For patients who prioritise value and want a rigorously documented system without the price premium of European brands, Osstem is the first recommendation at Picasso Dental Clinic.
4. ETK (France)
ETK is a French dental implant manufacturer offering a tapered implant body designed for versatility across a range of bone densities. As a European-engineered system, ETK is manufactured to the same regulatory standards (ISO and CE) that govern the premium Swiss brands, at a more accessible price point.
ETK’s design emphasises primary stability at placement, which is particularly useful in cases where immediate provisionalisation is planned. The connection system between implant and abutment is designed to minimise the micro-gap at that junction, which is associated with more stable soft-tissue support around the implant crown over time.
At Picasso Dental Clinic, ETK implants are selected for patients seeking a European-engineered system at a more accessible cost than Straumann or Nobel Biocare, and for standard single-tooth and multi-tooth cases where its design characteristics suit the patient’s bone anatomy. ETK components are distributed through dental supply networks in Europe and increasingly in other international markets.
5. Neodent (Brazil / Straumann Group)
Neodent is a Brazilian dental implant manufacturer that has been part of the Straumann Group since 2018, giving it access to the parent company’s manufacturing standards and quality systems while remaining a distinct, more cost-accessible product line. Founded in 1993, Neodent is one of the largest implant manufacturers in Latin America and has built an increasingly global distribution footprint since joining the Straumann Group.
Neodent’s implant systems are designed with a focus on straightforward, predictable placement across a range of common clinical situations, using titanium fixtures and surface treatments developed in line with Straumann Group manufacturing standards.
At Picasso Dental Clinic, Neodent implants are selected for patients who want the manufacturing pedigree associated with the Straumann Group at a lower price point than the flagship Straumann product line, particularly for standard single-tooth and multi-tooth cases. Because Neodent is backed by the Straumann Group’s global distribution network, component serviceability abroad is a meaningful advantage over standalone budget systems.
How Picasso Dental Clinic Selects Your Implant System
At your consultation, the implantologist reviews your CBCT scan, evaluates the bone volume, density, and position of critical anatomical structures, and considers your full treatment plan before recommending an implant system. Budget is a practical factor that the team discusses openly — a patient whose treatment plan involves six implants for an All-on-4 case will receive a different recommendation than a patient replacing a single molar.
Several principles guide the selection: the implant must have documented clinical survival data; its components must be available in the patient’s home country for future maintenance; and the surface treatment and design must be matched to the bone quality and loading protocol planned for that patient.
Every patient receives written documentation of the exact implant brand, line, diameter, and length placed, along with the abutment specifications. This information is yours to keep and share with any dentist you see after returning home.
For more information about the implant process and which system might be appropriate for your situation, contact Picasso Dental Clinic to arrange a consultation at the Hanoi Old Quarter clinic at 16 Chau Long, Ba Dinh, or the Westlake Square location.
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Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Which implant brand is the best?
There is no single best implant brand — the right choice depends on the patient's bone density, jaw anatomy, treatment plan, and budget. Straumann and Nobel Biocare lead on published clinical data and longevity studies. Osstem, ETK, and Neodent are more cost-accessible systems with solid osseointegration data. At Picasso Dental Clinic, the implantologist selects the most appropriate system for each patient's clinical situation.
Does the implant brand matter for long-term success?
Yes, significantly. Premium implant systems use medical-grade titanium alloys, surface treatments that promote faster and stronger osseointegration, and precision manufacturing tolerances that reduce the risk of abutment failure. A budget implant from an unvalidated manufacturer may save cost initially but is associated with higher failure rates, limited warranty coverage, and parts that cannot be replaced at clinics outside the country where it was placed.
Can I get my implant crown repaired or replaced abroad if something goes wrong?
With systems like Straumann, Nobel Biocare, and Osstem, yes — these brands are stocked by dental suppliers in Australia, the UK, the US, Canada, and most of Europe. If a crown or abutment needs attention after you return home, a local dentist can source the correct components. This is a key reason Picasso Dental Clinic does not use obscure or locally sourced implant brands.
What is the survival rate of dental implants at Picasso Dental Clinic?
Picasso Dental Clinic does not publish a specific implant survival statistic. Published clinical literature for the systems used at the clinic generally reports strong long-term outcomes for single-tooth implants in good bone, though outcomes always vary based on patient factors including bone density, smoking status, systemic health, and oral hygiene compliance. Your implantologist will discuss your specific risk factors at your consultation.
How do I know which implant brand was used in my treatment?
Picasso Dental Clinic provides all patients with a written treatment summary that includes the implant brand, system, diameter, and length placed. This document is essential for future maintenance or prosthetic work. If you are an existing patient and do not have this record, contact the clinic and they will retrieve it from your patient file.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Emily Nguyen, DDS — Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry
Founder and Principal Dentist of Picasso Dental, with 15+ years in implant surgery, periodontics and full-arch (All-on-4) rehabilitation. Read full bio
Last reviewed: September 27, 2026