Basic information on the SURGICAL PROCEDURE - Straumann

Available surfaces: SLActive and SLA ®
straumann implants are manufactured from pure biocompatible titanium. all of the
implants are available with the sLactive und sLa ® surface. Both surfaces have the
same scientifically documented micro- and macro topography. compared to sLa ® ,
sLactive exibits an additional chemical activity as well as hydrophilic qualities.
consequently, healing time is reduced from 6 – 8 weeks to 3 – 4 weeks*.
if the implants are inserted up to the margin of the sLactive/sLa ® surface, the smooth
1.8 mm and 2.8 mm neck sections take the biological width into consideration.
the standard Plus implant with an endosteal diameter of 3.3 mm and shoulder
diameter of 3.5 mm (narrow neck) has a special feature. in order to achieve optimal
stability, this implant type has an external octagon.
The selection of the suitable implant type, diameter and length must be
made according to each case. In general, the dimensions of the tooth being
replaced and/or the contralateral tooth should be used as a guide.
*See page 50, Healing phase and immediate treatment
Color coding in the Straumann ® Dental Implant System
in order to simplify identification of the implant diameter,
the ampoule lids are color coded according to the endosteal diameter:
SP
Ø 3.3 NN
8
Color coding according to the endosteal diameter
SP
Ø 4.1 RN
SLActive
10
TE
Ø 4.8 WN
SLActive
12
Ø 3.3 mm Ø 4.1 mm
Ø 4.8 mm
a detailed presentation of the manufacturing methods for the corresponding parts is
given in the brochure “Prosthetic options for narrow neck implants”,
art. no. 152.305.