Which implant brand does Picasso use most often?

Osstem (South Korea) is the most commonly placed system at Picasso — it is the world's highest-volume implant brand and is widely stocked by dental suppliers across the UK and Europe.

Why pay more for Straumann or Nobel Biocare?

Straumann and Nobel Biocare offer decades of peer-reviewed clinical data, the widest spare-part availability in UK practices, and the strongest manufacturer warranty. They are recommended for complex cases, full-arch restorations, and patients who want the lowest long-term risk.

What is Straumann BLX and when is it used?

BLX (Bone Level Tapered) is Straumann's immediate-loading compatible implant. It is used when the surgeon wants to place a temporary crown on the same day as the extraction or implant placement — a protocol Picasso offers for qualifying cases.

Can my UK dentist service implants placed in Vietnam?

Yes, if the brand is globally recognised. All 7 systems Picasso uses are stocked or orderable through UK dental suppliers. Bring your implant passport and surgery invoice — Picasso provides both. Unbranded or clone implants cause refusals; Picasso does not use them.

Is Neodent a real brand or a budget option?

Neodent is owned by the Straumann Group — the same Swiss company behind Straumann itself. It is a value-tier but rigorously validated system, widely used across Asia-Pacific and South America.

SIC Invent is a Swiss-made implant system with ISO 13485 certification and CE marking. It sits in the same mid-premium tier as ETK and Neodent at GBP 870 per single implant combo.

How do I know which brand my quote covers?

Your written GBP quote from Picasso will state the exact implant system per tooth or arch before you commit. You can also request a specific brand upgrade at the quote stage.

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Dental implant brands at Picasso - Osstem, ETK, Nobel, Straumann | Prices & Guide for UK Patients

Complete guide to the 7 implant systems used at Picasso Dental Clinic - GBP prices, tier labels, UK follow-up suitability, and how to choose. Updated 2026.

Picasso Dental Clinic uses 7 internationally certified implant systems — Osstem, ETK, Neodent, SIC, Nobel Biocare, Straumann, and Straumann BLX — so UK patients receive components their local dentist can identify, maintain, and document under warranty.

Implant brand is not marketing — it determines whether your UK dentist will touch the case in five years, and whether replacement parts exist if anything needs adjusting.

All 7 implant systems at Picasso — full price table

Brand	Origin	Tier	Single implant combo (GBP)	Fixture only (GBP)	Best for
Osstem	South Korea	Entry-premium	£725	£522	Standard single-tooth cases; highest global volume
ETK	France	Mid-premium	£870	£725	Standard to moderate complexity; CE-marked
Neodent	Brazil (Straumann Group)	Mid-premium	£870	£725	Strong Asia-Pacific track record; Straumann-backed
SIC Invent	Switzerland	Mid-premium	£870	—	Swiss precision; ISO 13485; CE-marked
Nobel Biocare	Switzerland	Premium	£1,160	£1,014	Complex cases, All-on-4/6, patients wanting global brand recognition
Straumann	Switzerland	Premium	£1,160	£1,014	Highest peer-reviewed data volume; world #1 by research citations
Straumann BLX	Switzerland	Premium+	£1,304	£1,160	Immediate loading (same-day crown); tapered bone-level design

Combo = fixture + abutment + crown. All prices are GBP inclusive of placement at Picasso clinic.

All-on-X arch pricing by implant tier

Procedure	Osstem	ETK / Neodent	Nobel Biocare / Straumann
All-on-4	£3,623	£4,348	£6,377
All-on-6	£5,217	£6,087	£8,696

→ See All-on-4 and All-on-6 pages for full procedure detail.

How to choose your tier

Choose Osstem or ETK if:

You need a straightforward single-tooth replacement
Budget is a primary concern
Your UK dentist is comfortable with major Asian implant brands (most are — Osstem is #1 globally by volume)

Choose Neodent or SIC if:

You want a European-origin or Straumann-group system at a mid-range price
You are replacing 2–4 teeth and want a documented upgrade over entry-premium

Choose Nobel Biocare or Straumann if:

You are having a full-arch (All-on-4 or All-on-6) restoration
Your UK dentist has specifically requested a brand they stock
You want maximum documentation for insurance or future NHS interaction
Long-term peace of mind is more important than price difference

Choose Straumann BLX if:

Your surgeon has assessed you as a candidate for immediate loading
You want a provisional crown placed the same day as surgery
Your bone density and extraction site qualify (requires CBCT assessment)

What you receive for UK follow-up

Every Picasso patient receives:

Implant passport with brand, lot number, and fixture dimensions
Component labels from the sterile packaging
Prosthetic spec sheet — abutment type and crown material
Surgeon’s operative notes — available on request
Picasso warranty registration — see /warranty/

This documentation pack is what allows your UK dentist or hygienist to service, clean, and repair the work without guesswork.

Comparison shopping traps — what to watch for

Red flag	Why it matters
Quote says “titanium implant” with no brand name	Cannot order replacement parts in the UK; may be a clone
Brand is switched on surgery day without notice	Voids any quote-based warranty; ask for written confirmation
Quote is dramatically lower than GBP 700 for a single tooth	Likely a generic or unbranded implant — we do not use these
No implant passport offered post-surgery	Non-compliant with what UK dentists need to continue care

Insist on pre-operative written brand confirmation — your Picasso quote will include this by default. See pricing for full procedure costs.

Clinical considerations

Brand choice interacts with bone quality. Every implant patient at Picasso receives a CBCT scan before the treatment plan is finalised — this determines which implant diameter and length is suitable, and whether BLX immediate-loading is an option.

Request a free GBP quote — upload your OPG or CBCT scan if available for a brand-specific recommendation.