Detailed analysis of Russian-made dental implants

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The choice towards one or another model of dental implants is always determined by the ratio of price-quality criteria. Traditionally, leading positions are occupied by systems from the USA, Korea, Germany and Israel.

For some time now, orthopedic dentists have begun to offer Russian analogues for tooth restoration, which in most characteristics are not inferior to foreign ones.

History of manufacturers

Few people know that dental implants are being developed and produced in Russia. The first designs appeared in our country in the early nineties of the last century.

Conmet

The first creator of dental systems was the Conmet company, which released its first batch in 1996 using German equipment.

Today the company produces implants, abutments, palatal distractors, plug screws, equipment for the production of 3D templates, surgical and orthopedic instruments.

Iris

Another Russian concern, IRIS, just like the previous one, began its activities more than 20 years ago (in 1995) under the leadership of Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor S. Yu. Ivanov.

The abbreviation IRIS is based on the decoding - Innovative Russian Implantation Systems. Almost all of the company's products are manufactured in Italy, but in strict accordance with technologies created in Russia.

Dental structures under the IRIS brand are of high quality and are produced from purified titanium grade GRADE-4.

Rusimplant

The largest Russian manufacturer of dental systems today is Rusimplant.

Its first products appeared in 1998, and were produced under the name LIKO. After concluding a cooperation agreement with NIKO DENTAL GmbH (a company from Germany) in 2009, all Rusimplant products began to be created under the NIKO brand.

The original logo of Russian implants has recently returned. Engineers and leading dentists from Europe and, of course, Russia are working on the development of modern dental systems.

Important! Dental systems produced in Russia are slightly inferior in quality and range to products from major global manufacturers. But their cost is close to the budget models of their Israel and Korea.

Treatment protocols

The variety of company products allows you to choose different types of treatment

Most often, implantation is practiced in one or two stages:

• The metal structure and the prosthesis are installed simultaneously;
• First, a metal support is implanted, and after it is implanted, a dental crown is inserted.

The most optimal method is determined by the doctor, based on the specific situation and medical history of the patient. The high stability of the implanted rod allows the immediate installation of fixed prostheses without introducing a load on the implant. To do this, the crown is removed from the bite, and after 10-14 weeks it is replaced with the final version with full functions.

If a metal structure cannot be installed due to atrophy of the jaw bone, plastic surgery is first performed, after which it becomes possible to install an implant both immediately and after complete healing after 4 months.

The manufacturer provides a lifetime warranty. Conducted clinical trials confidently prove the quality of the products, but if something goes wrong, a replacement will be free for the patient, although such a situation is unlikely. Typically, complications arise due to individual intolerance to materials, as well as failure to follow the rules for caring for implants during implantation.

Since 2012, the company has been producing not only serial models, but also making them to order. Such a need may arise in patients with oncology, after injuries and other situations where it is impossible to set a standard. In everyday situations, the doctor strongly recommends the use of template products, since they have been repeatedly checked and tested in various types of installation in the jaw of a particular client.

In case of a complex clinic and the need for implantation, the dentist can recommend products from other companies, for example, Zygoma from Nobel Boicare, created specifically for cancer patients or those with injuries after accidents.

Model overview

Analog products from some Russian companies can be a good alternative to popular implants.

Having applied global experience in their work, domestic manufacturers produce no less high-quality, and most importantly, more affordable dental structures.

Conmet

The company's catalog is presented in three models:

1. Classic. These are screw artificial roots with double thread. They are produced in two diameters – 4.8 mm and 4.0 mm. Lengths 8.0 mm, 10.0 mm and 12.0 mm.
   They are equipped with a platform switching function, due to which the rod is inserted with minimal resorption of the jaw bone and maximum aesthetics.

   Double thread ensures uniform distribution of the chewing load, and high-tech surface treatment ensures accelerated osseointegration. The systems are recommended for use in two-stage classical surgery.

2. Cylindrical. Having a cylindrical shape, they are produced in diameters of 5.5 mm and 3.5 mm with individual selection of lengths (from 8.0 mm to 16.0 mm).
   Aggressive threads help securely secure the product in bones of different densities, so they are used when the height of the alveolar is insufficient (up to 10 mm) or when performing one-stage implantation.
3. Conical. Depending on the location of the dental unit being restored, the rods are produced with diameters of 4.5 mm or 3.4 mm.
   They can be implanted into the socket of an extracted tooth, if it is close to the area of ​​the maxillary sinuses and neurovascular bundles to be restored, or if the volume and quality of the jaw bone is insufficient.

   The tapered shape of the shaft combined with the aggressive threading provides sufficient initial stability and further stability.

In addition to the indicated indications for use, Conmet systems can be installed for any form of edentia, end or frontal defects of the dentition, the impossibility of removable prosthetics, or for fixing conditionally removable or bridge dentures on implants.

As features of dental structures from this manufacturer, it is worth highlighting the following:

1. Only hypoallergenic high-quality materials are used for production. Artificial roots are made of purified titanium, their periosteal part is coated with aluminum oxide, and the intraosseous part is coated with titanium powder, which guarantees rapid integration of the product.
2. It is possible to implant some models immediately after tooth extraction , due to which the level of bone loss is reduced significantly.
3. High quality implantation is ensured by the use of high-tech equipment and new materials . In the process of creating dental systems, precision laser cutting of parts, plasma coating, anodized titanium, and finishing are used.
4. Strengthening the neck of artificial roots ensures uniform distribution of the chewing load along the entire length of the product, which reduces the likelihood of its fracture.
5. It is possible to make an implant from a gold alloy (at the patient’s request). But here you need to realize that gold, in comparison with titanium, has high ductility, which negatively affects the ability to withstand high loads.

Among the advantages provided by the use of Konmet models, the following points are indicated:

1. A wide range allows you to choose an option that suits a specific clinical case.
2. The use of three-dimensional prototyping technology during production, which makes it possible to manufacture individual implants, reduces the duration of osseointegration, increases the accuracy of fixation and reduces the traumatic nature of the process.
3. Affordable price. The manufacturer's policy made it possible to set a price for products that is several times lower than foreign analogues.
4. High aesthetics , thanks to which it is possible to restore even the frontal group of teeth.
5. Versatility , which means the system can be implanted using various protocols.

Among the shortcomings, one can highlight such factors as isolated cases of rejection, which are mainly due to the actions of the patient himself, or the doctor’s violation of the installation protocol due to unprofessionalism.

The video provides additional information about Konmet implants.

Rusimplant

The catalog presented by the company contains several options for dental implants intended for use in a specific clinical case.

Leader

The models are suitable for solving various clinical problems. This became possible thanks to the use of special manufacturing techniques.

The design is distinguished by the presence of a dodecahedron, a self-sealing fit cone, and two types of self-tapping threads - large aggressive and small six-start.

The conical shape of the screw ensures atraumatic and, most importantly, rapid insertion into the bone.

Pros: sufficient primary stability, the ability to be implanted into weakened bone tissue, resistance to lateral loads, and the ability to compact bone mass.

Short

This is a shortened model with a wide diameter, which can be installed without prior bone grafting surgery.

Models are recommended if there are problems with the condition of bone tissue or reduced alveolar height. A product with a three-start self-tapping thread with an angled shoulder.

Rods can be implanted when there is insufficient bone volume , installation is quick, and osseointegration time is reduced.

Assets

The model is intended for use in cases of severely weakened jaw bone. Features: presence of a landing cone, hexagon, hollow design, apex with 2 through holes on the sides.

The neck has fine carvings, which gradually give way to large ones. The thread is equipped with a self-tapping function.

The shape of the artificial root is designed so that the bone is practically not damaged during its insertion , and the presence of a cavity and a pair of holes improve tissue nutrition under the surface of the structure.

Positive aspects are the rapid process of osseointegration, the absence of bone injury and support for its nutrition.

Lux

The rods are installed in bone of any density. Fine threads are applied to the upper part in increments of 0.25 mm, and large threads (0.75 mm) are applied to the lower part.

This thread geometry ensures painless insertion of the implant and obtains primary stability.

Pros: long service life, increased contact area, good stability.

Standard

Available with a semicircular apex and aggressive trapezoidal thread with a pitch of 0.8 mm. Advantages: no vertical shift of tissues under high loads, large contact area.

Today, Standard implants have been discontinued by the company.

Mini

They are used to place temporary prosthetic structures during long and complex restoration of dentition.

Also application cases are:

• immediate restoration of facial aesthetics;
• protection of soft tissues in the area where the permanent structure is implanted;
• insufficient alveolar height.

It is produced in two versions - with a cone-shaped head for securing a fixed prosthesis, and with a spherical head for removable structures.

Advantages: sufficient primary stability, simple installation.

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Small

Implants of this series have a small diameter and are intended only for the restoration of the upper (lower) incisors.

The systems show good stability in cases of bone deficiency and low alveoli, thanks to the presence of fine threads in the cervical region and larger threads on the body.

Fixation of the prostheses occurs due to the presence of an internal hex screw. It also minimizes the likelihood of the artificial root breaking due to overload. Pros: good primary stability, accelerated osseointegration, stability.

Features of systems from the Rusimplant company are the following characteristics:

• Material . All produced models are made of purified grade 4 titanium, characterized by ideal biocompatibility, bioinertness, increased strength, hypoallergenicity, and durability.
• Surface . The presence of the Smart surface allows for accelerated osseointegration.
• Geometry. Each version produced has a cylindrical hexagonal shape, but differs in thread, apex shape and abutment type.
• Versatility. Thanks to many modifications of artificial roots, doctors can restore teeth in any clinical cases.
• Sterility. Each structure is irradiated with gamma rays, which guarantees complete disinfection of their surfaces. Upon completion of processing, the implants are placed in a sealed package that maintains sterility. All packages are supplied with a quality certificate.
• Life time. The company guarantees a 15-year service life for all models. If you follow the recommendations for care and use, the actual service life increases to 25 years.

The undeniable advantages of the systems are:

• cost, which is half lower than foreign analogues;
• good survival rate;
• sufficient strength;
• ease of installation;
• the presence of a modern technological surface;
• compliance with all international quality criteria;
• practicality.

The main disadvantage is that they cannot provide the same aesthetic indicators in the frontal zone as their foreign counterparts.

Iris

The company produces four models for its potential patients:

1. LIKO-M .
   Classic model with atraumatic apical end and frequent thread stroke. Suitable for recreating large chewing elements. It has protection against self-twisting, high strength, and accelerated osseointegration. The design prevents the entry and proliferation of pathogenic bacteria under the prosthesis and provides an expanded area of ​​contact with the bone body.
2. LIKO-M EVOLUTION. Intended for implantation in areas with low quality and sparse bone tissue during surgery with one-stage prosthetics.
   The implants have a standard length, a rare but high thread, which ensures the best fixation in the bone and rapid integration.
3. LIKO-M SLIM. Non-standard model - has a diameter of only 3.0 mm.
   Installation is recommended for poor-quality bone or its small volume and width. Also suitable for replacing lateral incisors in any jaw. Despite its small size, the product shows sufficient stability and strength.
4. LIKO-M MINI. It is a cone-shaped product with a rare thread pitch.
   It is produced in two versions of the supragingival part - spherical and square. The systems are designed to secure any type of prosthesis. But more often they are used as a basis for a conditionally removable system.

Iris products gained popularity and demand thanks to:

• A shortened rehabilitation period, occurring in most cases without complications.
• Good biocompatibility, which is achieved by using titanium purified from additives.
• Satisfactory survival rate , achieved due to the presence of a rough microrelief on the surface and repeated etching of the material with acid.
• Reducing the occurrence of long-term complications to zero, thanks to the barely visible gap between the abutment and the intraosseous part.
• Quality . Despite the fact that the system in question is a Russian development, its production takes place in Italy. Each stage is controlled and carried out using Swiss and Italian equipment.
• Wide range of applications . The versatility of the models allows them to be used in different clinical cases, and at the same time achieve high quality indicators of the operation.
• Possibility of replacing individual components. With long-term use of the structure, the abutment can be replaced for further prosthetics.

Important! Relative disadvantage is overpriced. When analyzing prices for middle-class implants, the models considered cannot be called cheap.

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Biomal

In the ranking of Russian implant manufacturers, Biomal takes 3rd place among young ones. But the implant that it produces was developed back in the 80s of the last century. It was modified, new technical solutions were applied and a system was obtained that was different from the products of other companies.

The Biomal system is designed as a multi-unit

— the pin and abutment are connected into one structure. It is suitable for single-stage protocols.

The self-tapping thread of the pin provides sufficient fixation for immediate installation of a temporary prosthesis. The surface is treated with bioinert ceramics, which accelerates osseointegration.

The company produces 3 types of conical implants, with a diameter of 3.5 and 4.5 mm. Length – 8-16 mm.

The implants are approved for use by the Ministry of Health and Social Development of the Russian Federation.

Expert Preferences

Among specialists and patients, the leadership belongs to designs from the Rusimplant company. The choice in their favor is explained by the fact that these models:

• always present on the market;
• are manufactured in the shortest possible time;
• universal;
• have decent reliability indicators;
• have an affordable price for most patients.

If we compare Russian systems with foreign analogues, then in many respects domestic products are not inferior to them. But foreign designs (we are talking only about the premium class) have some technical advantages:

1. The production of artificial rods is based on the use of cold-rolled grade 4 KV titanium, the strength of which is almost twice as high as that of grade 4 titanium at the same degree of purification.
2. The computer-simulated biomorphic design guarantees good primary stability and preservation of bone tissue.
3. The abutment-implant connection is very tight.
4. Manual installation of implants is eliminated thanks to the use of no-touch technology.
5. A wide variety of artificial roots variations, suitable for all clinical cases. While Russian manufacturers mainly offer designs for classical prosthetics.
6. High survival rate. According to statistics, this figure for domestic products reaches only 95-97%.

Important! The advantages of foreign implants are primarily explained by the technological lag of domestic production due to the fact that our developments and research in the field of dental implantology began relatively recently.

Features of Russian-made dental implants

Russia is a leader in the production of high-quality titanium alloy. Previously, the material was used for military purposes. Today it is actively used in medicine, in particular in dental implantology. Russian dental implants are functional and, most importantly, inexpensive. The procedure is available to more patients.

The ease of installation of the rods allows you to accurately predict the results of the operation. More and more dentists are using them to solve many problems of dental defects. The structures can be used for classical one-stage, two-stage implantation and prosthetics.

Main advantages:

• installation possible immediately after tooth extraction;
• German and other European technologies are used for titanium processing;
• no discomfort during operation;
• high quality material;
• good indicators of osseointegration;
• minimum rejection rate;
• easy care;
• shortcomings are constantly being corrected.

Price

The undeniable advantage of Russian implantation systems is their affordable price. Even taking into account all the costs of preparing for the procedure and the process itself, restoring teeth using domestic structures will cost much less than their Western counterparts.

The table shows the approximate cost of implant models produced in Russia.

The exact cost of implantation with the installation of domestic systems should be found in the clinic where the teeth will be restored.

Content:

1. Brand Description
2. Indications
3. Contraindications
4. Advantages and disadvantages
5. Models
6. Implantation and service life

Replenishing missing teeth with implants has become the norm today. But implantation using European models is an extremely expensive procedure: not everyone can afford it. Domestic Konmet implants have become an excellent alternative to well-known Swiss brands, which have gained popularity due to technical characteristics worthy of foreign analogues, and at a price that compares favorably with them.

Reviews

A large number of reviews from patients confirm the opinion of experts that inexpensive implants can be of decent quality. Russian designs from the companies Konmet, Iris and Rusimplant have precisely this feature.

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Contraindications

Konmet implants can replace any dental unit, but in some conditions replacement is contraindicated:

• mental disorder with recognition of incapacity;
• malignant neoplasms beyond the stage of remission, during radiation therapy;
• alcoholism and smoking;
• with changes in the rheological properties of blood of various origins.

In these and similar difficult cases, the doctor reviews the patient's medical history and suggests an alternative. If you have inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity, you can start the procedure only after undergoing anti-inflammatory therapy.

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Business Investments

Investments at the start include spending on:

• registration – 4000;
• formation of authorized capital – 10,000;
• renovation of the premises - 500,000;
• purchase of equipment – ​​2,336,000;
• purchase of raw materials – 50,000;
• website creation and promotion – 50,000;
• advertising campaign – 50,000.

Total: 3,000,000 rubles.

The bulk of the investment (78 % ) will be spent on equipment for the production of dentures. The second largest expense item is funds for the arrangement and repair of premises.

Implants NDI Medical (“Rusimplant”)

These implants have quite an interesting history. Initially, production was based in Germany. When entering the Russian and CIS markets, several companies merged with NikoMedical. Thus, German technologies and Russian resources were combined together. Today, all products are manufactured under the NDI Medical brand, and production is still concentrated in Germany. The price for installing implants ranges from 15,000 rubles for standard systems to 35,000 rubles for the “Lux” system. The products of this company have a number of features that have a very positive effect on their quality.

• Reinforced Titanium Alloy Grade 4. This is a classic and very high quality alloy that is reinforced to the strength of the most modern Grade 5.
• Surface of Smart implants. This coating is a modification of the well-known SLA surface and is obtained by sandblasting and acid etching. The macro-rough coating minimizes the possibility of bacterial accumulation and also reduces the time of osseointegration (up to 2 months in normal bone tissue).
• Extensive range of implants. The company currently produces five systems of different shapes and sizes for specific clinical situations. The model range is indeed quite wide, but NDI Medical, by and large, copies the design solutions of famous manufacturers.
• Not a bad orthopedic briefcase. This includes both standard and angled abutments for esthetic prosthetics, as well as multi-unit abutments for the All-on-4 concept.

Equipment purchase

A significant part of the investment will be spent on the purchase of equipment. Scroll:

• milling machine;
• kiln for firing ceramics;
• plastic polymerizer;
• soldering equipment;
• dental micromotor;
• sandblasting unit;
• polishing apparatus;
• resistance welding machine;
• special tables;
• occluder;
• articulator;
• laser drilling machine;
• gypsum storage bins;
• fireproof cabinet for precious metals;
• dispensers;
• staff chairs;
• laptop;
• software.

In addition to equipment, you will need materials from which dentures, veneers and other structures are made. Their purchase will be carried out in Moscow, from three suppliers. Necessary consumables:

• metals and alloys - gold, palladium, silver and palladium alloy, stainless steel, cobalt-chrome, nickel-chrome, titanium;
• porcelain – used for the manufacture of ceramic crowns and implants;
• plastic for dentures Estetic – colorless, white, cream;
• polymers, liquid dyes;
• facing composite materials, abrasives, etc.

Advantages and disadvantages

The long-term history of the brand and excellent customer reviews have proven that the Russian quality of dental implants is not only not inferior to foreign analogues, but also has a number of advantages over them:

• implantation for non-standard jaw anatomy;
• in the manufacture of permanent crowns, 3D technology is used to create an individual design for a specific client, which significantly reduces the risk of rejection and the rehabilitation period;
• precise fixation prevents the rod from falling out and loosening thanks to a well-designed fastening that eliminates the formation of cracks and gaps;
• possibility of one-stage implantation;
• good support and fixation of bridges in edentulous (complete toothlessness) with maximum visual naturalness.

Of the few shortcomings, very rare rejections are distinguished; however, this may not be the fault of the product itself, but the unprofessionalism of the dentist or the personal characteristics of the patient. The risk of bone atrophy can be reduced by installing the structure immediately after removal.

Our doctors

surgeon-implantologist Dimitrovich Denis Alexandrovich

The implantation procedure using the Rusimplant system is performed by an implant surgeon, dentist

orthopedic dentist Lyabov Roman Anatolievich

The procedure for prosthetics using the Rusimplant system is performed by an orthopedic dentist

Certificates

Certificate of conformity of the Niko system

Certificate of conformity of the Niko GOST R system

Registration certificate

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