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 Australia and globally.

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 Australian 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 Australian dentist service implants placed in Vietnam?

Yes, if the brand is globally recognised. All 7 systems Picasso uses are stocked or orderable through Australian 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 AUD 1,697 per single implant combo.

How do I know which brand my quote covers?

Your written AUD 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 | AUD prices for Australians

Complete guide to the 7 implant systems used at Picasso Dental Clinic - AUD prices, tier labels, Australian 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 Australian patients receive components their local dentist can identify, maintain, and document under warranty.

Implant brand is not marketing — it determines whether your Australian dentist will be able to service the case in five years, and whether replacement parts exist if anything needs adjusting.

All 7 implant systems at Picasso — AUD price table

Brand	Origin	Tier	Single implant combo (AUD)	Best for
Osstem	South Korea	Entry-premium	AUD 1,415	Standard single-tooth cases; highest global volume
ETK	France	Mid-premium	AUD 1,697	Standard to moderate complexity; CE-marked
Neodent	Brazil (Straumann Group)	Mid-premium	AUD 1,697	Strong Asia-Pacific track record; Straumann-backed
SIC Invent	Switzerland	Mid-premium	AUD 1,697	Swiss precision; ISO 13485; CE-marked
Nobel Biocare	Switzerland	Premium	AUD 2,262	Complex cases, All-on-4/6, patients wanting global brand recognition
Straumann	Switzerland	Premium	AUD 2,262	Highest peer-reviewed data volume; world #1 by research citations
Straumann BLX	Switzerland	Premium+	AUD 2,545	Immediate loading (same-day crown); tapered bone-level design

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

For comparison, a single implant combo at an Australian private dental clinic typically costs AUD 4,500–7,000+.

All-on-X arch pricing by implant tier (AUD)

Procedure	Osstem	ETK / Neodent	Nobel Biocare / Straumann
All-on-4	AUD 7,068	AUD 8,481	AUD 12,436
All-on-6	AUD 10,181	AUD 11,880	AUD 16,957

Australian All-on-4 at a private clinic typically costs AUD 25,000–45,000 per arch. See All-on-4 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 Australian 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 Australian dentist has specifically requested a brand they stock
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 Australian 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 Australian 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 Australia; 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 AUD 1,200 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 Australian dentists need to continue care

Insist on pre-operative written brand confirmation — your Picasso AUD quote includes 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 AUD quote — upload your OPG or CBCT scan if available for a brand-specific recommendation.