Does the dental implant brand matter?
Your treatment plan should name the implant brand and system. Here's why that matters, and the manufacturers you're most likely to come across.
Medically reviewed by Dt. Hüseyin Yavuz Özbek, implant surgeon · Updated October 2026Yes, mainly for the future. Different implant systems use different parts and tools, so a dentist needs to know exactly which system you have to service or repair it later. Long-established brands are widely recognised by dentists in the UK and abroad. Whatever the brand, ask for it in writing and keep the details in your implant passport.
Why the brand matters
- Future repairs. Each implant system has its own connecting parts and tools. A dentist who knows your system can order the right parts.
- Moving or travelling. Widely used systems are easier for another dentist to look after.
- Comparing quotes. Two prices aren't comparable unless you know which implants are included.
Keep the brand, system, size and position of each implant in your implant passport.
Implant manufacturers you may see
An A–Z of some manufacturers that appear on UK and overseas quotes. This is for information only: it is not a ranking, and inclusion is not an endorsement. This site is not affiliated with any manufacturer.
| Brand | Based in | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha-Bio Tec | Israel | alpha-bio.net |
| BioHorizons | USA | Part of BioHorizons Camlog. bhclgroup.com |
| Dentsply Sirona | USA | dentsplysirona.com |
| Implura | Germany | implura.de |
| Medentika | Germany | Part of the Straumann Group |
| MegaGen | South Korea | megagen.com |
| MIS | Israel | mis-implants.com |
| Neodent | Brazil | Part of the Straumann Group |
| Nobel Biocare | Switzerland | nobelbiocare.com |
| Osstem | South Korea | osstem.com |
| Straumann | Switzerland | straumann.com |
| ZimVie (formerly Zimmer Biomet Dental) | USA | zimvie.com |
Brand names are trademarks of their owners and are used here for identification only. Checked October 2026.
Questions to ask about any brand
- Which manufacturer and system will you use, and why?
- How long have you worked with this system?
- Could a dentist in the UK service it if I need help later?
- Will I get the details in writing?
At Precious Dental we work with brands including Straumann, Nobel Biocare, Neodent, Medentika, Alpha-Bio Tec, BioHorizons, Implura, Dentsply Sirona and Zimmer Biomet, and we name the brand on every plan. Ask us which suits you →
Common questions
Which implant brand is the best?
There's no official ranking. Many brands have long track records. What matters most is that your dentist is experienced with the system they use, and that the brand and system are written down for future care.
Are cheaper implant brands worse?
Not necessarily, but very little-known brands can be harder to service, especially if you move or need help from another dentist. Ask how widely the system is used where you live.
My quote just says 'premium implant'. Is that enough?
No. Ask for the manufacturer and the system name in writing.
Sources
- Oral Health Foundation — Understanding dental implants
- Oral Health Foundation — Going abroad for dental treatment (ask for a clear plan)
Checked October 2026. Where we give our own view as a clinic, we say so.
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