Implants compatible with Astra TX S system?

I use primarily Dentspy Sirona Astratech TX S straight dental implants. They are Expensive. I’m looking for 3rd party implants that are compatible with the Astra TX S system. One example shown here . Any other examples of compatible straight implants that will work with my Astra instrument system? Thanks

18 Comments on Implants compatible with Astra TX S system?

New comments are currently closed for this post.
Leal
8/8/2019
Blue sky bio has an implant called Conus 12 that is Astra compatible. But why do you want an Astra compatible implant? To continue to use your in-stock Astra components? If the answer is no and you just like the connection why not change to Megagen Anyridge?
Julitohn
8/8/2019
Cortex Conical Conection.
Jarett
8/8/2019
Been using conus 12 for years after starting with Astra over a decade ago
Mwjddsms
8/8/2019
there's no such thing as a compatible implant. There are copy cats, there are knock offs there are clones and wanna bes but the Astra system is a great system. I'm guessing you want to change to save money. Take quality over price. What would you want in your own mouth? Remember, these are biomedical devices implanted into a human body. Would you prefer a cheaper heart valve? A cheaper hip replacement?
Dr T
8/8/2019
Southern Implants do compatible implant. It’s called the Deep Conical (DC). It comes in cylinder, conical and Co-Axis.
Virgil Mongalo
8/8/2019
Blue sky bio has an implant called Conus that is compatible with Astra.
implant guy
8/8/2019
Mwjddsms, I'll have to disagree with you. If you think Astra is a good system just because it's priced more, than you are mistaken. I work for Implant Direct. Our founder created the most widely used internal 45 degree bevel used currently in the world. Our surface treatment has been used successfully for over 25 years with success rates nearing 100%. We have sold millions of implants and if they were failing or having catastrophic problems, I doubt the FDA or Danaher (our owners) would take to kindly to it. The word "clone" makes no sense. Is BioHorizons a clone? They use the same internal hex connection that we founded in 1986. Nobel couldn't make their conical hex until our patent was up in 2007. Each system has it's own different unique parts, surface treatments, connections, and tooling etc. Pick the one that works in your hands, and give you good support, and good value. Price is has nothing to do with Value. And it certainly has nothing to do with quality.
Mwjddsms
8/8/2019
I agree with most everything that has been said. Implants are too expensive, I get that. But follow the implant stream, use the same manufacturer for the implant and components. They are matched. Implant direct has one original implant,niznicks internal connection. Everything else implant direct makes is a copy of another system. Their abutments that are supposedly "compatible" should not be used with other manufacturers implants. They Are not the same. Compare ID's connection with nobels conical connection. They don't look the same.id may "fit" but they are not the same. So pick a system, understand it, and use correctly machined anutmoto minimize failures. And implant guy, nice that you finally admitted who you work for. You're a sales guy!
implant guy
8/8/2019
I am in sales. But i truly believe that are implants are just as good or better. I would have no problem putting them in my families mouth. I agree, use the same components that match the implant. Anyone who uses Zimmer has been taken for a ride for the past 18 yrs. Im on the inside and i know. The Nobel active has a different surface and implant shape, threads etc. If you like that, use it. Our interactive also has a 12 degree conical connection, but with different body and threads etc. You make the decision. They both work.
Keith Goldstein - DESS US
8/9/2019
Mwjddsms - I realize that we are moving away from the topic regarding Astra. I found this latest development quite interesting. Recently ID removed all reference to being compatible with other implant systems. I am merely speculating here- They did this because Danaher asked them to so they don't hurt Nobel or they did not go through the necessary testing with the FDA to ensure that their components are 100% compatible with the implant systems they make compatible components for and implants. If Implant Guy wants to chime in I am curious. I have friends at both companies (NB and ID) so my objective is not to stir the pot. When a company markets in the USA a compatible component (abutment, screw) they have, per FDA requirements, test all of the parts they are claiming is compatible with the original implants and original abutments to market cross compatibility. Most of these companies do not follow those guidelines (the list is getting longer everyday ) so the dentist should obtain the 510K documents and verify on their own if these parts are truly compatible.
Dr Dale Gerke, BDS, BScDe
8/8/2019
I am not entirely sure what you are asking. Essentially all implants are compatible with one another – ie you can use multiple brands in the one mouth and they will all work probably. The problem is the need for different drivers for each abutment/screw. However if you are asking what prosthetic components are compatible with Astra TX then this is a different issue. Presumably you are intending to use an Astra TX implant with copy cat components. Perhaps you can clarify this. If you are intending to use copy cat components due to price then I wonder why. In almost all cases, copy abutments are not as good as the genuine. Having said this, the argument by Astra and Nobel (and others) that voiding the warrantee is more expensive than the saving of using copy parts is also nonsense. The warrantee does not cover anything more than a $5 part (their cost) and you are still left spending time and lab fees when replacements are required. However the real point is – if you want to save money, why not use an alternative implant and component system? The majority of the cost is in the implant not the abutment, so why would you use an Astra implant and a copy abutment? The cost saving is too small. The real question is; what would you want put in your mouth? This has been mentioned above. If you think about it, the cost of the implant and abutment are usually only a fraction of the fee the dentist charges. The lab fee is usually much higher than the implant cost. Personally I would think carefully about what you want to achieve. From a clinical point of view I think your logic is not correct but from an economic view, I think the minimal cost saving does not warrant the potential problems you might create. In my view it would be better to use an alternative (cheaper) implant system (implants and abutments). If you do not think you could trust using their implants then why would you trust their abutments and screws? So essentially I think you have to take an “all or none” approach. Having said this, I agree the cost of implants is too high for what the profession gets and the warrantee is essentially worthless. Hopefully at sometime in the near future, the profession will put enough pressure on the major brands to cause them to reduce their prices.
implant guy
8/8/2019
Dr Gerke, Isn't that what Implant Direct has done in the past 19 years? Forced the so called premium brands to lower the prices?? It's what we did by creating the all in one packaging and offering an implant and components for restoration for $150! We were one of the first to do that. You may have not noticed, but the big players have been trying to discount to keep up with us.
RRO
8/8/2019
Sentiments have been expressed that implants that cost less or are copies are inferior. Are there any Systematic Reviews published that support such a position?
implant guy
8/8/2019
RRO, No...but i have some that prove success rates with implant direct. :)
Chikega
8/8/2019
“Implanova” may be another option. https://denvolution.com/implants-product-catalog/
Keith Goldstein
8/8/2019
DESS USA offers a full range of compatible components for Astra TX system. The only system we are aware that has the same connection as Astra TX is from BSB - neither Cortex or Southern have a Astra TX connection. As for our quality - FDA approval, and lifetime replacement warranty on both the Astra TX implant and DESS component ....
Timothy C Carter
8/8/2019
I am a Zimmer guy but in my perio practice I get a lot of referrals with many different implant systems used. Many times I am asked to help trouble shoot different problems and when in doubt I always go to Blue Sky Bio for compatible parts. I know they make an Astra clone and I have always had good results when using their stuff.
captadv
9/8/2020
Sorry to interrupt you folks, but you all seem qualified to answer my question. Is there any reason that I should choose one manufacturer over another, besides healing time? My choices are Megagen, Astra tech and Strauman. The pricing difference is considerabe because I need 4. Thanks in advance for your advice and honesty... David Dewlow Daviddewlow@gmail.com 1 813-800-2237

Featured Products

OsteoGen Bone Grafting Plug
Combines bone graft with a collagen plug to yield the easiest and most affordable way to clinically deliver bone graft for socket preservation.
CevOss Bovine Bone Graft
Make the switch to a better xenograft! High volume of interconnected pores promotes new bone. Substantially equivalent to BioOss and NuOss.