Comparison of Dental Implant Brands in India :: Center for Dental Implants & Esthetics

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Dental Implant Brands in India

Dental Implant Brands in India ā€“ Which One is Best for You?

Many of my patients ask me a very important question ā€“ “Doctor, which dental implant brand is the best in India?”

I understand the confusion. Today, there are so many dental implant brands in India ā€“ Nobel Biocare, Straumann, Osstem, Dentium, Adin, Zimmer, and more. Patients often come after searching online, asking ā€“ “Should I go for Korean implants or Israeli implants?” or “Is Nobel Biocare better than Straumann?”

The truth is, there is no single “best” implant brand for everyone. The right choice depends on your bone quality, the type of treatment you need (single tooth, multiple teeth, or full mouth implants), and most importantly, the skill of the implantologist placing it.

At the Center for Dental Implants & Esthetics, my R&D team and I have compared the top dental implant brands in India on parameters like design, surface technology, success rate, and global reputation. This guide will help you understand the differences in simple words, so you feel confident about your decision.

How We Compared Dental Implant Brands in India

Parameters we use in comparing dental implants brands

When we set out to compare the top dental implant brands in India, we did not rely on marketing claims or hearsay. My team at the Center for Dental Implants & Esthetics looked at scientific parameters that truly affect a patient’s treatment outcome and long-term comfort.

We chose only those implant companies that have been present in India for at least 10 years, ensuring proven results and reliable availability.

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Implant Variants & Design

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  • Variants: Each company offers different types of implants (for single tooth, multiple teeth, or full jaw cases). The right variant ensures the implant suits your unique situation.
  • Design (Active vs Passive): Active designs bond faster with your bone, which may speed up healing and reduce waiting time. Passive designs are slower but sometimes better in softer bone.

What it means for you: Choosing the right design can reduce healing time and improve success rates.

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Surface Technology

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The surface of the implant is what touches your bone. Different treatments are used:

  • TiUnite ā€“ promotes stronger bone attachment.
  • SLActive ā€“ allows faster healing and early stability.
  • RBM (Resorbable Blast Media) ā€“ encourages optimal bone growth.

What it means for you: Better surface = better integration with your bone = longer-lasting implants.

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Sizes & Suitability

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  • Range of Sizes: More sizes mean a better fit for your jaw.
  • Mini Implants: Useful when bone is thin and cannot hold a regular implant.
  • Full Arch Suitability: Some brands are specially designed for All-on-4 or All-on-6 full mouth restorations.

What it means for you: Having multiple options ensures your dentist can select the implant that matches your bone and treatment plan perfectly.

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Popularity, Presence & Global Trust

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  • Popularity in India: Widely used implants mean more dentists are trained with them.
  • Years in India: Longer presence = proven reliability.
  • Global Market Share: High global usage shows international trust and ongoing innovation.
  • Availability Worldwide: Important if you move abroad ā€” spare parts or tools will still be available.

What it means for you: A brand with global and Indian presence ensures support and service for decades to come.

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Biological Integration

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  • Muco-Integration: Not just bone bonding, but also gum-level integration, which adds extra stability and reduces chances of gum infection.
  • Material Composition: Most are medical-grade titanium or titanium alloys; some offer zirconia for patients sensitive to metals.

What it means for you: Implants that integrate well with bone and gums provide better long-term health and natural feel.

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Mechanical Strength & Stability

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  • Implant Connection Type: Different connection systems affect stability of the crown (the tooth on top). Some connections are more resistant to loosening over time.
  • Long-Term Success Rate: Studies showing 95ā€“98% survival rates over 10 years or more.

What it means for you: Stronger connection = fewer problems like loose crowns or screw fractures. High survival rate = peace of mind for decades.

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Innovation & Digital Support

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  • Research & Development: Brands that invest in R&D often bring safer and more advanced solutions.
  • Digital Components: These improve precision during surgery (for example, guided implant surgery).

What it means for you: Advanced technology means shorter surgery, faster healing, and more predictable results.

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Practical Considerations

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  • Average Price Range in India: Some brands are premium, others are more affordable.
  • Warranty: Most reputed brands offer lifetime warranty on the implant itself.
  • Country of Origin: Gives you an idea of the research base ā€” European (premium), Korean (affordable, widely used), Israeli (value-focused).

What it means for you: Knowing cost, warranty, and origin helps balance budget with long-term trust.

Comparison of European Implant Brands in India

Premium Dental Implant Systems in India

Compare top European dental implant brands – Nobel Biocare, Straumann, and Zimmer Biomet – available across major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, and Gurgaon.

Key Comparison: Implant success rates, pricing in India, titanium surface technology, osseointegration features, and availability for Indian patients seeking quality dental implant treatment.

Parameters Nobel Biocare Straumann Zimmer Biomet
Variants
Nobel Biocare Replace Nobel Biocare Active Nobel Biocare Parallel
Ti SLA Roxolid SLA Roxolid SL Active BLX Active Neodent GM Neodent Acqua
Zimmer TSV Zimmer TM Zimmer TSX
Design (Active/Passive) Replace is passive
Rest others are active		 Except Ti SLA, Roxolid SLA & GM
all others are active design		 Zimmer TSX is active design
Type of Surface
Nobel Biocare – TiUnite Surface
– TiUltra Surface
BLX Implants – SLA, SLActive, ZLA
TLX Implants – SLA, SLActive, ZLA
Ceramic Implants – ZLA
Tapered Screw-Vent – MTX, MP-1, HA/MTX
Trabecular Metal – MTX, MP-1 HA/MTX
Zimmer One-Piece – MTX, MP-1, HA/MTX
Sizes Available
D- Diameter, L- Length		 D: 3.0 – 6.0mm
L: 6.0 – 18mm		 D: 2.0 – 8.5mm
L: 8 – 18mm		 D: 2.9 – 6.0mm
L: 6 – 18mm
Suitability for Full Arch
(All on 4) or (All on 6)		 High High High
Popularity in India Very Popular Popular Rising
Availability in India Since 2005 2016 2020
Estimated Global Market Share 18-22% 25-29% 10-12%
Country of Origin šŸ‡øšŸ‡Ŗ Sweden šŸ‡ØšŸ‡­ Switzerland šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø USA
Warranty Lifetime Lifetime Lifetime
Muco Integration Available āœ… Yes
Xeal Abutment + TiUltra Surface based implants		 āœ… Yes
BLX		 āœ… Yes
TSX
Material Composition Commercially Pure
Grade IV Titanium		 Ti SLA is made of Titanium
Roxolid & BLX are Zirconium + Titanium		 Grade V Titanium
Tantalum used in Zimmer TM
Implant Connection Type Conical Connection CrossFit
SynOcta
TorcFit		 FrictionFit
Long-term Success Rate
(Survival After 10 Years)		 <95% 95.1% 98.1%
Company Focus & Outlook Innovation Focused
(All on 4, Muco-Integration)		 Design & Surface Treatment Bone Integration and Design
(Screw Vent, Trabecular Metal)
Availability of Digital Components Catching Up Available Leader
Availability outside India Widely Available Widely Available Widely Available
Average Price Range in India
Rs 45,000 – Rs 50,000
Nobel Biocare Cost in Gurgaon
Rs 35,000 – Rs 65,000
Straumann Cost in Gurgaon
Rs 40,000 – Rs 65,000
Zimmer Biomet Cost in Gurgaon

Note: Neodent Implants was owned and manufactured by a Brazil-based company, now taken over by Straumann. We have not included it separately in the above research as it’s now part of the Straumann portfolio.

Comparison of Korean Implant Brands in India

Affordable Dental Implant Brands in India

Compare leading Korean and Israeli dental implant brands – Osstem, Dentium, DIO, and Adin – widely available across major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, and Gurgaon.

Key Comparison: Implant success rates, cost-effectiveness in India, surface technology innovations, osseointegration features, and availability for Indian patients seeking affordable dental implants treatment.

Parameters Osstem Implants Dentium Implants Dio Dental Implants Adin – Israel
Variants
TSIII TSIII Ca TSIII HA SSIII NH
Superline Superline II NR Line
UF Implant UF II UV Active Protem
Touareg Closefit Touareg S Swell
Design (Active/Passive) TSIII CA, TSIII HA
SSIII NH		 Dentium SuperLine Active DIO UV Active implant Adin Closefit
Type of Surface
TSIII SA – SA
TSIII CA – CA
TSIII BA – BA
SSIII HA – HA MS SA
SuperLine Plus – SLA, SLActive, ZLA
SuperLine – SLA
Implantium – SLA
SuperLine Ceramic – ZLA
UFII Implants – DIO Active
UFIII Implants – DIO Active
UV Implants – UV Active
Touaregā„¢ S/OS – OsseoFix
CloseFitā„¢ – SLA
Swellā„¢ – SLA
Sizes Available
(mm) D-Diameter, L-Length		 D: 2.5 – 6.0
L: 8 – 18		 D: 2.0 – 6.0
L: 6 – 18		 D: 2.9 – 6.0
L: 6 – 18		 D: 2.5 – 6.0
L: 6 – 18
Suitability for Full Arch
(All on 4) or (All on 6)		 Mid-High Mid Mid-High Low
Popularity in India Popular Rising Popular V Popular
Availability in India Since 2006 2013 2014 2001
Estimated Global Market Share 15-18% 7-10% 5-7% 8-10%
Country of Origin šŸ‡°šŸ‡· South Korea šŸ‡°šŸ‡· South Korea šŸ‡°šŸ‡· South Korea šŸ‡®šŸ‡± Israel
Warranty Lifetime Lifetime Lifetime Lifetime
Muco Integration Available āŒ No āŒ No āŒ No āŒ No
Material Composition Grade C4 Titanium Grade IV Titanium Grade V Titanium Titanium Alloy
90% Ti, 6% Al, 4% V
Implant Connection Type Morse Taper Conical Hex Tapered Internal Conical and Internal Hex
Long-term Success Rate
(Survival After 10 Years)		 94.8% – 95.37% ~97%
(5 years data)		 95% 90%-95%
Company Focus & Outlook Dental Equipment &
Ecosystem Development		 Dental Equipment &
Ecosystem Development		 Digital Focused (DioNavi) Value Segment &
Affordability
Availability of Digital Components Limited Limited Leader Very Limited
Availability outside India Limited in EU & US
(marketed as Hiossen)		 Wide Availability in Asia,
Limited in EU & US		 Widely Available Widely Available
Average Price Range in India
Rs 25,000 – Rs 30,000
Check Osstem Implant Cost in India
Rs 25,000 – Rs 30,000
Rs 25,000 – Rs 35,000
Rs 15,000 – Rs 22,000
Adin Implant Cost in Gurgaon

Note: We have included one most popular Israeli made implants Adin. Other Israeli based implants like Impact, Nova, AB dent are not included in this comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about dental implant brands, materials, and making the right choice for your oral health.

Which companies are considered the best for dental implant systems?

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There's no one "best" brandā€”each has strengths based on individual needs. However, widely trusted names include Straumann, Nobel Biocare, Zimmer Biomet, Dentsply Sirona, BioHorizons, Hiossen, Megagen, and Osstem.

Market leaders include Straumann with about 25ā€“30% market share, followed by Nobel Biocare and Dentsply Sirona holding another 20ā€“25%.

Key brand highlights:

  • Straumann: Known for strong R&D, digital integration (SLActive, Roxolid, BLX), and global education programs
  • Nobel Biocare: Rooted in the discovery of osseointegration, focuses on research-backed systems like NobelActive and digital workflow tools
  • Zimmer Biomet: Offers innovations like Trabecular Metal implants, backed by extensive clinical studies
Success rates from clinical analysis:
Straumann ~97.6% Zimmer Biomet ~95.5% Nobel Biocare ~92.1%

How do titanium and zirconia dental implants compare?

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Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the key differences between these two popular implant materials:

Aspect Titanium Zirconia
Durability & Strength Superior mechanical resilience and long clinical history High strength but more brittle; may be prone to fractures under extreme stress
Aesthetics Metallic hue may show through thin gums Tooth-colored, excellent choice for front teeth or thin gingiva
Biocompatibility Well-studied, excellent osseointegration; rare allergies Metal-free; ideal for patients with metal sensitivities
Infection & Hygiene Titanium particles may cause inflammation in rare cases Lower bacterial adhesion; good for tissue health
Flexibility Two-piece systems allow angle customizationā€”useful in complex cases Often one-piece, less prosthetic flexibility; ideal surgical planning needed
Cost Generally more affordable due to simpler production Higher cost due to complex manufacture and material

Bottom line: Titanium is a trusted, all-rounder material with strong long-term data. Zirconia shines in aesthetics and is a great option for certain casesā€”especially for patients wanting metal-free treatments. The final decision should be made together with your implantologist based on your medical needs and smile goals.

Should cost be a deciding factor when choosing an implant brand?

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Cost is importantā€”but not the only factor. High-end brands like Straumann and Nobel Biocare invest heavily in innovation and global support, which often means higher prices, but also high reliability.

On the other hand, brands like Hiossen, Osstem, and Megagen offer more affordable options without drastically compromising quality.

Always discuss cost alongside quality, long-term safety, and your specific treatment needs with your dentist. The cheapest option may cost more in the long run if complications arise.

How long do dental implants typically last?

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Dental implants have a high success rateā€”about 93ā€“98% over 5ā€“10 years, depending on case factors like oral hygiene and systemic health.

With proper care and regular dental check-ups, many implants can last 20+ years or even a lifetime. The key factors affecting longevity include:

  • Quality of the implant brand and surgical technique
  • Your oral hygiene habits
  • Regular professional maintenance
  • Overall health and lifestyle factors
  • Bone quality at the implant site

Choosing a reputable brand and maintaining regular check-ups help ensure that your implant lasts as long as possible.

Are all implant brands compatible with each other?

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Noā€”they're not interchangeable. Each brand has its own design, connection system, and components. Mixing brands can risk mismatches and complications.

This is why it's crucial to:

  • Stick with one system for a case unless your implantologist recommends otherwise
  • Keep records of your implant brand and model
  • Ensure your dentist has access to the specific components for future maintenance

If you need future work on your implant, using compatible components from the same manufacturer ensures proper fit and function.

Can I ask for a specific implant brand?

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Absolutely! If you have a preference based on research, aesthetics, or testimonials, let your dentist know. They'll guide you if that brand suits your caseā€”or recommend a better fit based on your bone health and smile needs.

However, keep in mind that your dentist's recommendation should be based on:

  • Your specific clinical situation
  • Bone density and quality
  • Location of the implant site
  • Their experience with different systems
  • Long-term maintenance and support availability

The best implant brand is the one that combines your preferences with your dentist's clinical expertise and your specific treatment needs.

Final Word: Choosing the Best Dental Implants in India

When it comes to choosing the best dental implants brand in India, remember that no single company or system is ā€œthe bestā€ for everyone. Different types of dental implants in India are designed for different conditions. For some patients, a well-known international brand like Nobel Biocare or Straumann may be the right choice. For others, a reliable and affordable option like Osstem or Adin may work just as well.

Your condition decides which dental implant is best for you. Your jawbone health, bite, medical history, and long-term goals all matter more than the brand name on the box.

That is why you should always rely on your Implantologistā€™s advice when choosing dental implants. An experienced Implantologist can guide you on which implant system is safest, most predictable, and best suited for your case.

Dental implants are a lifetime solution. Choosing the right implant system today will have a long-term impact on your oral health, smile, and confidence. Focus less on which implant brand is ā€œnumber one in Indiaā€ and more on finding the best implant dentist who uses proper 3D imaging, follows international protocols, and places the right implant for your needs.

šŸ’” With the right planning and the right implant, you can enjoy a strong, natural-looking smile that lasts a lifetime.

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