Dental Implants

Understanding Dental Implant Types

Dental implants are categorized by connection type, platform level, thread design, and clinical indication. Selecting the correct implant influences primary stability, soft-tissue health, prosthetic accuracy, and long-term success.

Bone-Level vs Tissue-Level

Bone-level implants sit flush with the crest and allow platform switching, deep emergence profiles, and digital workflows. Tissue-level implants feature a machined collar to stabilize the peri-implant soft tissue and simplify restorative impressions.

Internal Hex vs Conical Connection

• Internal Hex (2.42–2.43 mm): widely compatible, easy restorative indexing, and ideal for single and multi-unit restorations.
• Conical Connection: tapered interface providing superior sealing, reduced micromovement, and enhanced soft-tissue stability.

Implants for Special Anatomies

• Pterygoid Implants: engage the pterygoid plate for posterior full-arch support without sinus lifts.
• Zygomatic Implants: anchored in the zygoma for severe maxillary atrophy where grafting is not feasible.
• Cortical Implants: designed for compromised bone with high cortical engagement.
• Compressive One-Piece: bone-condensing geometry ideal for immediate placement and loading.

Choosing the Right Implant

The decision depends on bone volume, density, sinus anatomy, soft-tissue thickness, and prosthetic plan. Surcam provides platform-matched fixtures and components for single-tooth, multi-unit, and full-arch cases.

Dental Implants FAQ

Which dental implant connection should I choose?

Internal hex is universal and restorative-friendly. Conical connection offers superior sealing and soft-tissue stability. Select based on prosthetic plan and platform compatibility.

When should tissue-level implants be used?

Tissue-level implants simplify restorative steps and promote soft-tissue stability in posterior or high-plaque-risk cases.

Which implants work for severe bone loss?

Zygomatic, pterygoid, and cortical implants enable graftless full-arch rehabilitation when conventional implants cannot be placed.

Are Surcam implants compatible with major systems?

Yes. Surcam provides platform-matched internal hex (2.42–2.43 mm) and conical connection designs compatible with leading restorative systems.

Can these implants be used for immediate loading?

Many Surcam implants, including compressive, S-Type, U-Type, pterygoid, and zygomatic implants, support high primary stability for immediate provisionalization.