Ankylos – the golden mean in the line of dental implants

In this article we will talk about the Ankylos dental implant system, which enjoys the well-deserved respect of dentists.

Ankylos implants belong to the premium class, but they are more affordable than other premium systems, such as Nobel Biocare implants, which are also installed in our clinics.

It is no coincidence that we focused on cost. Implant prosthetics is an expensive method of tooth restoration and the question of price is always relevant. The main thing is that savings do not come at the expense of the quality of treatment.

Why do Ankylos implants cost less than their premium competitors?

The question of which dental implants are better and whether a high price is an indicator of quality is discussed not only by patients. Among implantologists and orthopedists, there is no consensus and this is completely normal (remember the arguments between car owners about car brands).

The main thing you need to know when discussing with your doctor which implant system to use prosthetics is that there are no bad implants from well-known manufacturers on the market. No doctor will work with an implantation system that has just appeared or has a dubious reputation in the dental community. Therefore, patients choose from implants already selected by experienced doctors.

In general, all implants are similar to each other. They are made of titanium, have a root shape, a rough surface, threads and several sizes for different clinical cases.

Most manufacturers agree that this is what the optimal dental implant design looks like today. But some manufacturers are introducing design features and nuances that increase the survival rate of implants and expand the possibilities of prosthetics in complex cases.

If a company not only sells implants, but also develops treatment protocols, conducts scientific research and trains doctors to work with its products, then on the one hand, such investments increase the cost of implants, and on the other hand, they provide more predictable results of prosthetics and long service life of orthopedic structures .

This is exactly how Dentsplay Sirona Implants works, producing the Ankylos implant system.

Dentsply Sirona capabilities

Belonging to such a large association as Dentsply Sirona opens up a huge number of opportunities for Ankylos implant products:

• own research center: scientific personnel and medical practitioners are in a relationship, which allows you to quickly respond to market demands, study the behavior of installed implants in different categories of patients and make truly significant improvements to the products being developed,
• Implant planning using Simplant software: a very popular and well-developed program that is used in dental professionals around the world. You can use this computer simulation not only for implants from Dentsply Sirona, but also for dozens of other brands from third-party manufacturers. Using Simplant, the most suitable surgical model is created, the placement of implants is planned,
• SmartFix concept: a simplified implantation procedure, characterized by accelerated treatment times and rapid tissue restoration - without loss of quality of installation and operation of implants,
• high-quality materials for implantation: in addition to the implants themselves, the company produces bone materials for increasing the alveolar ridge, membranes for rapid tissue healing,
• CEREC digital complex for the manufacture of prostheses: another well-known product, developed by the concern’s specialists in 1985, which allows you to create a variety of orthopedic structures. The CEREC complex works using CAD/CAM technology - 3D scanning accurately recreates anatomical features, and a robotic machine mills the prosthesis with the highest precision,
• high-quality materials for prosthetics: CEREC Blocs – ceramic and zirconium blocks for veneers/lumineers, single crowns, segments, bridges,
• materials and equipment for therapeutic dentistry: instruments for treatment and drilling, patient chair with all machinery, filling compounds, various pins.

Interesting fact! With the help of Dentsply Sirona products, you can fully equip a dental office of any profile, because... the company seems to have not left a single dental niche without its attention. In addition to implantation, orthopedic and therapeutic products, orthodontic - traditional and innovative (transparent and soft) brace systems - have gained great popularity. Such a rich product line is due to more than 100 years of “dental” history of the companies Dentsply (from the USA) and Sirona (from Germany), which merged in 2016. These manufacturers have gone from inventing the first drill and the first endodontic instruments to supplying high-quality and modern products to 120 countries around the world.

Ankylos – a company with history

There are now about 2,000 companies in the world that produce dental implants.

Most of them are, in fact, trading companies that do not engage in scientific development, but buy patents for the right to production and place orders at partner factories.

In total, about 200 companies, in addition to the production and sale of implants, are engaged in scientific research, innovation and analysis of long-term results of patient treatment.

This is a lot of work and a lot of investment, but thanks to this, every laudatory epithet about Dentsplay products can be confirmed by numbers.

“The Ankylos implant system has been used in clinical practice for over 25 years. Long-term clinical documentation is one of the most important tools indicating that the Ankylos implant system is effective, reliable and safe.”

More information about the history of innovations in Ankylos orthopedic products and studies analyzing the long-term results of implant prosthetics can be found in the company’s booklet.

Currently, Dentsplay Sirona Implants is part of the international holding Dentsplay, which dates back to 1899 and produces dental equipment and consumables. The products are used by dentists in 120 countries and their quality is beyond doubt.

In 2022, the Ankylos implant system turns 30 years old.

Listen to what doctors have to say about the possibilities of the Ankylos system.

Prices for Ankylos implants

The indicated cost includes the entire surgical stage of implantation, that is:

• the implant itself;
• implant cap;
• required amount of anesthesia;
• disposable sets of sterile consumables;
• antiseptic treatment of the oral cavity and surgical field;
• work on implant installation (oral and maxillofacial surgeon and surgical nurse);
• suture material;
• if necessary, a control x-ray (sighting x-ray or computed tomography);
• removal of sutures at the next visit and the required number of postoperative examinations.

Ankylos implants solve any problem of replacing lost teeth

Below are demonstrated options for restoring teeth using implants, as the best alternative to the “old” methods of classical prosthetics.

Single crowns on implants

replacement of one lost tooth

Implant-supported bridge structures

replacement of several lost teeth

Removable prosthetics with additional fixation on implants

removable implant-supported denture with bar and ball abutments

Fixed (conditionally removable) prosthetics on implants

conditionally removable denture on 4 implants, as an alternative to the classic removable denture supported by the gum

The use of the Ankylos implant system allows for simultaneous implantation and immediate loading, when an implant and temporary crown are installed immediately after tooth extraction.

Types of Ankylos implants

• Ankylos C / X. Traditional conical implants suitable for one- and two-stage installation techniques.
• Ankylos CAD/CAM. Used as a base for beam and bridge structures.
• Ankylos SynCone. Best suited for immediate implantation in patients with bone deficiency.

There are also different types of abutments:

• Standard abutments: a design consisting of 6 cylindrical and 2 conical parts with a deviation of 20 and 45 degrees, which is especially convenient when working with malocclusions.
• Angled abutments can be angled up to 30 degrees to give your new teeth a completely natural appearance.
• A ball-shaped abutment is used to fix removable dentures.
• A cast abutment is used in cases where immediate loading of the prosthesis occurs after installation of an artificial root.

Call us by phone in St. Petersburg to make an appointment and find out the prices for various types of dental implants. The base price corresponds to the premium segment.

Features of Ankylos implants

1) Lifetime warranty on implants.

2) Each implant has a serial number and double sterile packaging.

3) In 1987, the company patented a specific form of implant thread, which ensures its stability on the day of surgery and allows immediate installation of a temporary crown, and also began producing conical abutments that create a tight connection between the implant and the crown and distribute the load evenly. Thanks to these innovations, orthopedic structures have become more reliable.

4) Ankylos produces a line of implants of different diameters and lengths, and since 2013, also short implants, which in some cases make it possible to avoid bone grafting.

5) The universal connection of the implant allows the use of different abutments, which expands the possibilities of using the system in more complex cases.

6) In addition to standard titanium abutments, Ankylos offers zirconium dioxide abutments for prosthetics in aesthetically significant areas. This makes it possible to eliminate aesthetic defects of restorations in the case of bone tissue atrophy, in which part of the abutment is exposed.

7) In 2005, Ankylos introduced the unique concept of TissuCare, which translates as “tissue care”. In accordance with it, the diameter of the abutment is smaller than the diameter of the implant and they are connected below the bone level, forming a place for the formation of hard tissues and forming a beautiful gingival margin.

The specific shape of the connection between the implant and abutment is clearly visible in the image.

In the same year, the rough surface of Friadent Plus was patented, the structure of which accelerates the integration of the implant into the bone tissue.

Advantages of Ankylos implants

• A wide range of Ankylos implants allows you to choose the optimal diameter and length for each clinical case.
• High survival rate. Ankylos dental implants take root in 99.6% of cases, which is confirmed by many years of research by the manufacturer.
• Lifetime warranty. The manufacturer is confident in the quality and reliability of its products and therefore offers a lifetime warranty on implants.
• High quality material. Ankylos implants are made of pure grade 2 titanium, without impurities and splashes. It has been scientifically proven: the fewer additives in the pin, the higher its survival rate.
• Sterility. The clinic receives implants in special multilayer packaging, which allows maintaining ideal sterility conditions. Reliable packaging protects the implant from damage and simplifies use during surgery.
• Protection against counterfeiting. Each implant has a serial number.
• Neat installation. Trauma during Ankylos implantation is minimal. The operation is performed using special instruments; they are cooled in advance, are gentle on the tissue and promote rapid healing after the procedure.
• Natural look. Ankylos implants are placed under the bone, under the bone crest, and as a result the shoulder is formed - the bone is formed above it, which has a positive effect on long-term osseointegration. Another advantage of this installation is that the crown is fixed under the upper edge of the gum, making the artificial tooth look natural.
• Low risk of peri-implantitis. The conical connection between the abutment and the implant prevents the penetration of bacteria and inflammation.
• Reduced implantation time. Due to accelerated osseointegration, implantation time is reduced by several months.

Ankylos Simplant – computer-aided treatment planning

Dentistry is increasingly using computer technology, which allows the doctor to carefully plan treatment and the patient to see the expected result in advance.

In 2009, Dentsply developed Simplant software for surgical planning and simulation of navigation templates that quickly and non-traumatically place implants in the planned position.

To summarize: Ankylos is a reliable and clinically proven implant system that provides excellent prosthetic results with minimal risks of complications and costs less than competitors from the premium segment.

Types and purpose

The manufacturer offers several types of implants:

1. S/X – designed for two-stage implantation or immediate loading. They have a length of 8-17 mm, a diameter of 3.5-7.7 mm. To make selection easier, products are grouped into color series - red A, yellow B, blue C, green D. The line is traditional, the surface is porous, the thread is moderately aggressive, which allows the use of structures for reliable retention in the jaw. Biocompatible materials are used for manufacturing; the range has recently included an implant with a minimum height of 6.6 mm for installation in cases of bone deficiency.
2. SynCone is a system for simultaneous loading. It has high stability and is suitable for moderate bone deficiency.
3. CAD/CAM – used for prosthetics using beam or bridge structures.

What is important for long life of implants

The success of implantation and the service life of the orthopedic structure depend on the professionalism of doctors, the chosen implantation system, the general health of the patient, compliance with all recommendations for the use of the orthopedic structure and proper daily care, which we will talk about at the end of the article.

In order for orthopedic structures to serve for a long time, they must be carefully taken care of. See how to care for different types of implant-supported dentures.

Caring for a single crown on an implant

Care of bridge structures on implants

Caring for a removable denture supported by a bar on implants

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Indications and contraindications

A direct indication for dental implantation is the absence of one, several or all teeth at once. The patient's age must be over 18 years. Implantation is not performed during pregnancy or in the presence of acute diseases (including in the oral cavity). A refusal to undergo implantation may be caused by a serious systemic disease - decompensated diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular pathologies, liver, kidney, thyroid diseases and oncological pathologies.

It is important to know! Do not neglect taking tests before implantation and undergoing a computed tomography scan. Diagnostics will help the doctor choose the right treatment plan and carefully work out the operation model. Such measures will significantly reduce the risk of peri-implantitis or rejection during use of artificial teeth.

Cost of detailed implantation

Known analogues on the market

German Ankylos implants have a high price. Their substitutes include the following designs:

• Xive;
• Osstem;
• Nobel Biocare.

Xive

Osstem

Nobel Biocare

The Xive system does not require additional grinding and recreates the natural appearance of teeth. The adaptation period passes quickly, and the feeling of an extra object in the mouth soon disappears. The ultra-thin Friadent plus series is used for immediate installation in narrow spaces between teeth. The classic type is installed in several stages.

Osstem are dental implants that have increased biocompatibility with autologous bone. A wide selection of model configurations and sizes can solve most dental problems. They have been produced in South Korea since 2005. The dental structure is very popular among dentists around the world and is of high quality.

When implanting Nobel Biocare, there is no need to additionally build up bone tissue, since only its minimum volume is required. The design of the model is so well made that it can be installed into the jawbone without serious injury or difficulty. The upper part has the shape of a triangle, and this contributes to excellent fixation of the implant. The crown is usually installed on the day of implantation. The surface of the font is a natural imitation of bone tissue. Thanks to this, fusion takes place without complications and quite quickly.

Each model has its own identification number in the catalog, so the products cannot be counterfeited. When planning surgical interventions, special 3D technologies are used, which help achieve very good results.

What are the disadvantages of Ankylos?

Despite the fact that the versatility and quality of “Ankylosis” have been proven by many years of observations, the company’s products have their drawbacks. According to reviews from doctors practicing various implantation protocols, the main disadvantage of the brand is the lack of variability in shape - there are differences only in the diameter of the systems. The company does not produce implants for zygomatic implantation (which help avoid sinus lifting); the models also have not found implementation in our country in the field of complex solutions such as immediate loading. The surface is simple rough, it is not coated with a chemically active coating with fluorine or calcium (which accelerate osseointegration).

Read on the topic: how engraftment or osseointegration occurs - features of the process and how it is determined that it is time to install a prosthesis.

At the same time, the price of Ankyloz products is quite high and comparable to market leaders - Straumann, Nobel, Astra Tech, which process system coatings using the most modern methods. In addition, the Ankyloz brand has not become as widespread in Russia as in other countries. Because of this, patients often choose either top brands or popular budget brands, but with characteristics similar to Ankylos.

Description

Our partners are leading laboratories of high-tech brands: Nobel, Zimmer, Ankylos, BioGorizont, etc. The Ankylos implantation system, developed by the German company Dentsply Sirona Implants, belongs to the premium class lines and allows you to satisfy the most demanding tastes of the patient in aesthetics and functionality. Each ankylos dental implant:

• undergoes mandatory control by the manufacturer,
• equipped with an individual certificate,
• Supplied in a durable double glass protective container to maintain sterility.

The system includes 2 components:

1. Intraosseous rod (implant).
2. Abutment (a supragingival element that allows you to install and stabilize any type of orthopedic structure).

At the same time, the pricing policy of the company and our clinic sets the brand apart in the middle price segment. You can afford genuine German quality without overpaying for a brand promoted by advertising.

Ankylos (Dentsply) products are a unique, carefully calculated and thoughtful approach to restoring the aesthetics of a smile. Europeans have been successfully using the opportunities offered by the patented technique of specialists from Germany for over 30 years. Clinical trial data puts the brand at one of the leading positions in the implantology industry. Dynamic monitoring of patients who were installed more than 20 years ago allows us to state that the system is guaranteed to be reliable and safe – even in the long term

Indications for installation

The design features of the root-shaped rod of Ankylos dental implants (Germany) suggest the possibility of successful implementation and engraftment even in conditions of bone tissue deficiency and bone porosity. There are no restrictions on the installation location (upper or lower jaw). Ideal for classic two-stage implantation. In some situations they are used in one-stage treatment. Among the main recommendations are:

• Partial edentia (the absence of one or more units); End defects (the outer chewing molars are lost or did not initially erupt);
• A severely damaged tooth indicated for removal and replacement with an artificial one;
• Completely edentulous. For cases where complete restoration of the dentition is necessary, the Smart Fix concept has been developed (similar to “all-on-4” prosthetics).

The versatility of each individual design element expands the range of indications for Ankylos installation.

Features and benefits of the system

The distinctive features of the models under consideration form an extensive list, which is determined by the use of manufacturing techniques that are not similar to the alternative options presented in this segment. Thus, the material from which the implants are created is a special high-quality titanium alloy, which eliminates the possibility of unsuccessful osseointegration or the development of allergies during prolonged use. The composition does not react with the tissues of the jaw, which allows the body not to consider artificial pins as a foreign body. The result is survival rates exceeding 99%.

The method of treating the surface of the rods, called Firadent Plus, involves the use of sandblasting machines and thermal etching technology to ensure the formation of a homogeneous structure. Microscopic roughness stimulates bone growth around the implant, reducing adaptation time and increasing adhesion.

The cone-shaped abutment deserves special attention - an element designed to connect the rod with an artificial crown. The shape of the product eliminates the possibility of loosening or mechanical damage to the structure, extending the life of the prosthetic system. TissueCare fixation technology shifts the connection area to the central part of the rod, increasing the stability of the structure, as well as eliminating the entry of pathogenic bacteria into the implant structure.

The protocol for installing Ankylosis implants involves going through several stages, which reduces the load on the jaw bone and allows you to control the process of osseointegration at all stages. Positive aspects noted as benefits include:

• The ability to choose a suitable model from both a functional and aesthetic point of view, taking into account the specifics of the clinical situation;
• Minimal likelihood of injury or infection in the area of ​​artificial rod integration;
• Availability of sterile packaging to prevent the ingress of bacteria during transportation and removal of implants before installation;
• Thread design that facilitates healing and guarantees the stability of the system already at the initial stage of prosthetics;
• Strength of connection of components, eliminating the occurrence of microvibrations that negatively affect the structure of bone tissue;
• The option of using a one-step protocol that allows the restoration of the frontal incisors in one clinic visit.

Duration of treatment

Ankylos dental implantation (manufacturing country Germany) suggests variability in solutions for different situations. The treatment protocol indicates the recommended time intervals:

• The procedure for introducing one unit takes about 40 minutes;
• Recovery of the mucous membrane after surgery takes no more than 10 days. The Ankylosis system allows for both submucosal and transguinal healing.
• Primary stabilization of Ankylos implants is achieved at the time of installation.
• The period of complete osseointegration (according to the classical two-stage method) takes about 3 months in the lower jaw, and 6 months in the upper jaw.*

*in each individual case, these deadlines can be shifted either up or down.

Cost of dental implants "Ankylosis"

How much does implantation with Ankylos systems cost? The price for installing 1 titanium implant averages 50-60 thousand rubles. Turnkey tooth restoration (intraosseous part, abutment, crown and full support for the procedure) costs 70-80 thousand rubles. Here the price greatly depends on the material of the prosthesis. Traditional metal ceramics are the most economical, but zirconium dioxide is the most durable and aesthetically pleasing. It is worth remembering that if more than 1 tooth is restored, then the total amount must be increased by the corresponding number of times.

[1] Official website dentsplysirona.com

Author: Dzhutova A. V. (Thank you for your help in writing the article and the information provided)