Implant Systems
Astra Tech
Astra Tech is a dental implant brand founded in Sweden in 1948. The implant system was developed for decades at its home base in Mölndal and has been part of the global dental company Dentsply Sirona since 2011. The brand is known for the implants that replace missing teeth and the precision-fit components that connect to them. Astra Tech sits in the premium segment and has a clinical track record spanning several decades.
Use at the clinic
At Papatya Dental, Astra Tech implants are used for single missing teeth, implant-supported bridges and full-arch treatments where dentures are fixed onto implants. The system is chosen for its long clinical history, extensive scientific documentation and the precise fit between the implant and its connecting components.
Strengths
OsseoSpeed surface technology
The titanium surface of the implant has a chemically modified structure the manufacturer calls OsseoSpeed. It is designed to support the bond between implant and bone during the early weeks of healing.
Conical connection design
The Conical Seal Design connection is engineered to reduce micro-movement and leakage between the implant and the component placed on top of it. This gives the joint a stable, precise fit.
MicroThread implant neck
Fine threads around the neck of the implant are designed to spread chewing forces more evenly into the surrounding bone. The manufacturer developed this feature with the aim of protecting the bone at the implant margin.
Long clinical history
The system has been in clinical use for more than thirty years and is documented in a large body of scientific studies. That track record means a predictable treatment process for both dentist and patient.
Points to consider
Premium cost segment
Astra Tech sits in the premium segment of the implant market, so your overall treatment budget may be higher than with economy systems. This trade-off is talked through with you at your consultation.
Suitability needs to be assessed
As with any implant system, the volume of your jawbone and your general health determine whether treatment is suitable. The final decision is made after an examination and 3D imaging.
Parts come through authorised channels
If your restoration ever needs replacing, the original components must be sourced through a clinic that works with this system. You are given an implant passport recording exactly which implant was placed; keeping that document is all you need to do.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long do Astra Tech implants last?
- It would not be honest to promise a fixed number of years. Longevity depends on your oral hygiene, your general health and regular check-ups. With consistent care, implants can serve you well for many years.
- Which country is Astra Tech from?
- Astra Tech was founded in Sweden in 1948. Since 2011 it has been part of Dentsply Sirona, a dental company headquartered in the United States, and the implant system continues its Swedish engineering heritage.
- Is an Astra Tech implant right for me?
- That can only be answered after an examination and X-ray review. The condition of your jawbone, the position of the missing tooth and your general health are assessed together, and the system is chosen on the basis of those findings.
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