Pros and cons of installing Alpha Bio implants

From this article you will learn:

• Alpha Bio Israel implants – reviews from implantologists,
• their characteristics, pros and cons,
• turnkey price with crown (for 2021).

Alpha-bio implants are a line of economy class dental implants from Israel. It should be noted that the implants of this company occupy the second place in popularity in Israel itself - after the also Israeli ]MIS[/anchor]. As you will see below, choosing Alpha-Bio implants can only be optimal if you have a goal to fit within a small budget. Installation of 1 such implant with prosthetics will cost only 35,000 rubles.

The integration of implants into bone depends primarily on the characteristics of their surface. Alpha-Bio implants can give good results in relatively simple situations, for example, when choosing a two-stage implantation technique (which means prosthetics 3-6 months after surgery), as well as provided there is sufficient bone volume in the implantation area. The optimal area, in our opinion, would be the area of ​​the lateral chewing teeth, where ideal aesthetics of the gums around the neck of the dental implant are not required. We will explain why we think so below.

Alpha-bio implant line: photo

Alpha bio implants will not be the optimal choice if they are installed in an area with insufficient bone volume (especially if we are talking about the area of ​​​​the front teeth). They are not very suitable for immediate and early loading of implants, i.e. when prosthetics are performed either immediately after surgery or in the first 2-6 weeks after it. But if your goal is to install 1-2 implants on a budget, in order to at least avoid grinding down adjacent teeth for crowns, then this may be your option.

An interesting fact: since 2008 it has belonged to the Swiss company, which is one of the world leaders in the production of implants in dentistry - along with such companies as Straumann (Switzerland) and AstraTech (Sweden). However, thanks to this merger with the leader in the implant market, AlfaBio implants have not become any better, technologically remaining at the 2000 level. There is a reason for the latter, which we will discuss below.

Alpha Bio implants from Israel

Among Israeli implants, Alpha Bio is considered a true patriarch in the field of implantation and occupies almost 60% of the local market for the production of artificial dental roots. Moreover, implantation with Alpha Bio is carried out in more than 40 countries, and during its time on the market the company has accumulated many successful cases and implemented technologies.

The fact that Alpha Bio implants are in demand in Moscow is confirmed by sales figures, as well as successful developments and an excellent production and technical base. In addition, back in 2008, Alpha Bio was acquired by one of the industry leaders, Nobel Biocare, a pioneer company in the field of implantology. This means that the subsidiary’s quality control will now always be at a high level.

Strauman implants

The company's implants are manufactured in the USA, but initially their main production was based in Switzerland. Strauman prosthetics occupy 20% of the current international market.

They are included in the premium category and have a number of unique advantages that other implant developers cannot boast of:

• The newest material Roxolid, which is an alloy of zirconium and titanium. It has a more porous structure, which stimulates the process of bone growth into the implant (osseointegration). In addition, this alloy is stronger and more reliable than conventional metal structures. It practically does not cause allergic reactions and takes root very well.
• Strauman has been using SLA coating on implants since the 90s. In this case, the surface is sandblasted and then subjected to acid etching. It becomes rough, making it easy for bone to grow into it. A small disadvantage of SLA is that the coating repels water, which interferes with the fixation of fibrin on the implant.
• SLActive surface, which promotes a higher rate of osseointegration than implants with other surfaces (including SLA). Thus, the implant takes root in a record 3-4 weeks. This design is also recommended for smokers - their engraftment is much slower.

Strauman products are represented by two series of implants:

1. “Tissue Level Implants” is a design designed to preserve the maximum amount of soft tissue. This effect is achieved due to the smooth neck, the screwing of which into the gum is atraumatic. There are three types of implants in this series: Straumann Standard Implant (S), Straumann Standard Plus Implant (SP), Straumann Tapered Effect Implant (TE). The first two implants are cylindrical in shape, but the Strauman S has a larger neck height. They are used for implementation in several stages, since they have to work in conditions of a small amount of gum. Within 2-4 months, the gums securely envelop the neck, after which a crown can be placed. Strauman TE has a cone shape and is used for early implantation (the first few days after tooth extraction).
2. Bone Level Implants are smaller in size than the previous series and do not contain a neck. Widely used in the visible area of ​​the smile - the edge of the crown will be securely covered by the gum. Available in two varieties. Strauman Bone Level - used only for implantation in two stages. This design prevents bone tissue atrophy. They have a cylindrical shape and are necessarily coated with SLA or SLActive. Strauman Bone Level Tapered is suitable for immediate implantation. It can be carried out directly after tooth extraction - the design has a cone-shaped top with a special thread, which helps securely fasten the implant.

A separate category is made up of the latest development - a ceramic implant that does not contain metal. This material is relevant for patients with very thin gums, because the implant itself has the color of a natural tooth and does not darken the color of the gums, like a metal structure. In terms of reliability, durability and hypoallergenic properties, such an implant is in no way inferior to its metal counterparts.

The price of Strauman implants is quite high - from 80,000 to 100,000 rubles per unit. But it is important to note that these implants are the strongest and most reliable on the market today, and also take root the fastest thanks to innovative coatings.

Review of the line and design solutions

"In harmony with nature!" - one of the main slogans of Alpha Bio, focusing on which the company conducts research activities and develops new solutions. The company has a patented NanoTec processing technology, and each Alpha Bio implant is made from biocompatible titanium. The essence of the NanoTec coating is the smallest pores and microtexture, which creates a rough surface of the implant and ensures optimal survival.

One of the main advantages of Alpha Bio is a wide range of implants of various shapes and sizes. Each series is marked with a letter index and has its own characteristics, clinical properties and purpose.

ATID.

Classic cylindrical implant with double thread. It is often installed in the chewing part of the jaw, has good fixation and response to mechanical loads.

SPI or Spiral.

This is a spiral-shaped implant with a self-tapping thread. It is used both for classical implantation and in situations of immediate loading (instant installation of an orthopedic structure after implantation).

DFI (Dual Fit).

A conical implant with a double thread that has good fusion properties with bone tissue.

These series are usually installed in most clinical cases, which do not imply any additional requirements for an artificial root.

Indications and contraindications

Alpha-Bio implants can be installed both for single tooth loss and for complete edentia. The system is universal and suitable for all types of prosthetics. However, it must be taken into account that this brand does not always meet the expected results of gum aesthetics: its contour leaves much to be desired.

If bone atrophy is observed in the prosthetic area, then after installation of Alfa-Bio it will continue. As a result, after some time the metal base of the rod near the crown will be noticeable.

Alpha Bio implants are suitable for prosthetics in areas without bone atrophy or on lateral chewing teeth.

Contraindications:

• the presence of foci of inflammation both in the oral cavity and in the body;
• radiation therapy performed the day before;
• any diseases of the circulatory system;
• diseases of the endocrine system in the acute stage;
• diabetes;
• breast-feeding;
• pregnancy;
• low level of oral hygiene.

Despite the possibility of immediate installation of implants, the method is not recommended for all-on-4. First, osseointegration is necessary—engraftment of the implants. Only after this can the prosthesis be installed.

Sources used:

• Polupan P.V. One-stage implantation – a new horizon in implantology // Dental Tribune Russia. — 2014
• Gurfinkel L.N., Gizatullin R.M. Testing of dental implants // Dental South. — 2007.
• Robustova T. G. Dental implantation: surgical aspects. - M.: Medicine, 2003.
• Manufacturer's official website

Alpha Bio system - installation in non-standard situations

For more complex clinical cases, Arrow Press implants are often used. This is a group of three models designed for simultaneous implantation with immediate loading. As a rule, they are initially connected to the abutment, which should facilitate faster and more comfortable prosthetics. In addition, their small diameter allows implantation to be carried out in a limited working space, as well as when the patient has a thin layer of bone tissue.

The line also includes the ARB implant with a ball attachment (mount for a prosthesis). As a rule, this Alpha Bio system is used to fix a removable orthopedic structure when jaw prosthetics is performed on implants.

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Benefits of Nobel Biocare

Success in the global market is supported by the quality of our products. Let's look at what features Nobel implants have:

• It is manufactured using a titanium alloy, which has virtually no allergenic effects.
• Unique Ti-Unite coating. It is obtained by immersing the implant in an electrolyte solution and then passing current through it. This creates pores on the surface through which bone tissue will grow faster and easier after the artificial root is installed. This coating also has the ability to attract water, which stimulates the accumulation of the enzyme thrombin on the surface, which attracts platelets, which stimulate the growth of bone tissue into the prosthesis.

The company produces 5 types of implants, each of which has features and advantages in specific cases. These include:

• Nobel-Active - the company itself positions this type as its best development. It has a fairly coarse thread that allows it to be securely installed in the bone. Engraftment occurs in 97-100% of cases. The neck of the implant has a smoother thread, because of this the surrounding soft tissue of the gums is not injured and is preserved to the fullest extent possible. Nobel-Active is recommended for older people with thinning bone tissue, because... its special thread allows the implant to be securely fixed in the jaw.
• Nobel-Parallel can be used to replace any teeth. Their neck has a special recess, which allows you to preserve the maximum volume of soft tissue. They are mainly used for the visible smile area.
• Nobel-Replace and Replace-Select-Tapered are used when immediate loading of the implant is required. They are securely fixed thanks to a wide, stable base.
• Nobel-Speedy are designed for the All-on-4 technique. In this case, a prosthesis for the entire jaw is fixed to 4 implants. This is very convenient and there is no need to install a separate root for each tooth.
• Nobel-Zygoma is designed specifically for installation on the upper jaw. The doctor installs it with extreme caution so as not to touch the walls of the maxillary sinuses.

The Nobel brand is considered one of the most expensive, but the quality matches the price. The cost of one design is approximately 50,000-70,000 Russian rubles.

Advantages of installing Alpha Bio

It makes sense to mention a few key points here to clearly demonstrate the strongest points of this manufacturer.

• Survivability.
  Even economy-class implants today have a high survival rate, otherwise they would simply be forced out of the market. Alpha Bio is no exception: a figure of 98% can be considered a quite worthy result. It is important that the installation of Alpha Bio can be carried out with both one-stage and two-stage implantation.
• Price.
  We will talk about the material side separately, but we cannot fail to mention that the price-quality ratio is one of the manufacturer’s strongest points.
• Quality.
  Each implant undergoes thorough testing and has its own serial number. Alpha Bio's warranty is also unquestionable.
• Quantity.
  Few systems of comparable status have such a wide range as Alpha Bio.

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MIS implants

Another Israeli company that has been producing implants since the 90s. The products belong to economy class. In general, their characteristics are similar to those of AlphaBio. These include:

• The structure is made from an alloy of titanium, vanadium and aluminum.
• SLA coating (for older models). In 2021, B+ coating was developed, which involved phosphorizing the surface. Due to this, the insufficient hydrophilic properties of previous models are compensated. The implant stabilizes faster both at the time of installation and during the healing process.

The MIS line of implants includes the following varieties:

• V3 – the peculiarity of the implant is that at the gingival part it has the shape of a triangle. This reduces the area of ​​atrophied bone around the implant.
• C1 is a standard implant with a conical shape, which allows it to be used in conditions of fragile bones.
• Seven is able to withstand heavy loads, so it can be used for one-stage implantation and the All-on-4 technique.
• M4 is a standard implant used with medium bone thickness. Both one- and two-stage implantation are possible.

MIS implants cost from 20,000 to 50,000 rubles. This company is the most popular in Israel.

Advantages and disadvantages of Alpha Bio implants

If you are a patient and want to find negative reviews about Alpha Bio dental implants on the Internet, it will be difficult to do so. First of all, it's a really good system. Secondly, Alpha Bio conducts excellent marketing and PR activities - this company presents its products very well. They are widely represented on the market, so dental clinics themselves are interested in promoting the product from which they receive the lion's share of the profit. It should be understood that implantation is not a cheap pleasure, so most patients have the opportunity to be treated only with budget systems.

If we talk about specific disadvantages of Alpha Bio, then, despite the wide range of implants, the company does not have the same number of various abutments for orthopedic solutions. This is really a good system, but when non-standard situations arise during prosthetics, you often have to sacrifice aesthetics in order to get the desired functionality.

The difference between budget systems and top-end ones can be boiled down to one thing: luxury implantation does not imply any compromises. It is designed to return the patient a high quality of life and provide him with beautiful teeth that do not differ in appearance from natural ones. With Alpha Bio it is also possible to achieve both good functional and aesthetic results, but not in all cases.

Reviews from experts about Alpha Bio

Reviews of Alpha Bio implants (Israel) are usually positive. Most of the world's clinicians talk about Alpha Bio implants as a good and cheap alternative to top systems. Cost-effectiveness, breadth of product line, availability of educational courses for surgeons and orthopedists - all this gives Alpha Bio additional advantages in the eyes of specialists. Although Alpha Bio really has few ardent opponents, there are still doctors who are very skeptical of this manufacturer.

As a rule, these are honored masters of their craft who prefer to work with higher-level systems. You quickly get used to the convenience and comfort that the same Nobel Biocare, Astra Tech or Straumann offer a doctor, so many simply do not want to change it for something else.

In addition, experienced surgeons and orthopedists often take on truly complex clinical cases: at such moments, top-end systems look objectively better, and you just need to accept this.

How much do Alpha Bio implants cost?

Compared to more established manufacturers, the price of Alpha Bio is really pleasing to the eye. To verify this, just open the price list of any dental clinic. The average cost of Israeli implants is only 15,000 - 20,000 rubles, and turnkey installation of Alpha Bio (with a metal-ceramic crown) will cost approximately 35,000 - 40,000 rubles. For comparison, you will have to spend at least 45,000 rubles on just one Nobel Biocare implant. However, each system has its own advantages, so first of all it’s worth finding a competent specialist. Not only the final result, but also the cost of dental implantation depends on his professionalism and skills. A good doctor will never insist on unreasonable expenses. Having studied your situation in detail, he will definitely give you his recommendations and tell you about alternatives, which will help you not only achieve a healthy and beautiful smile, but also, possibly, save your finances.

Publisher: Expert magazine about dentistry Startsmile.ru

Ossteum implants

Produced in South Korea since the late 90s. Today they are extremely difficult to find both in Europe and in Russia. They are produced mainly for internal sales.

The company produces 2 series of implants that differ in their properties. In manufacturing, like other budget models, an alloy of aluminum, vanadium and titanium is used. The most popular type of implant is TS-3. It has frequent, rather aggressive threads throughout the entire structure. This feature has certain disadvantages. Firstly, such an implant is difficult to screw in along the required trajectory, and secondly, the sharp edge injures the gums. Because of this, the gums atrophy over time, and the edge of the implant becomes clearly visible. At the same time, this design provides good stability, which makes it possible for immediate implantation.

The coating is made using one of three technologies:

• SA is essentially processing using SLA technology. The implant is sandblasted in the same way and then etched with acid.
• The CA coating is more hydrophilic than the previous one, which allows for fairly rapid engraftment.
• HA contains a thin coating of hydroxyapatite, which reliably stabilizes the implant in the socket during installation. But in the future, this layer may be torn away, which will significantly slow down engraftment.

The cost of such implants is very low, compared to other designs - only 5,000 per unit.

The next popular series is Ossteum MS. It is small in size, which makes it possible to install such implants in the area of ​​the front teeth. They contain an abutment (the fixing part of the crown), which is already connected to the implant. This is convenient for one-time installation. Cost – up to 10,000 Russian rubles.