Neo Implant Bone Graft: Do You Really Need It? Types, Pros, and Cons

Neo Implant Bone Graft: Types, Pros, and Cons

Have you heard of Neo implants?

When you’ve just started looking into implants,

there are so many types and so many companies

that many people end up wondering,

“What should I choose?”

Even among patients who visit for treatment,

many come in already having made a decision,

but many others come after hearing an explanation here.

Of course, there are differences between implant types,

and each brand has its own strengths and weaknesses.

It’s difficult to say that one specific type is always better,

but there are implant brands with strong name recognition.

Among them, the ones many of you have probably heard of are

Osstem, Dentium, and Neo.

There are many others as well,

but today I’ll explain Neo implants

in a little more detail.

Neo Implant Price

As mentioned above,

Neo implants are already a fairly well-known implant brand.

Because the price is relatively reasonable, it is a brand

that many people prefer.

The price most people are probably most curious about is the cost.

The usual price range is around 700,000 to 1,200,000 KRW.

But why does the price differ even for the same implant?

Usually, when we go to a hospital or clinic,

we don’t choose based on price alone.

More often, we decide based on reviews of the doctor, skill level, and so on.

The same principle applies here.

One additional treatment that may be needed is bone grafting.

Do I really need a bone graft?

I hear this question quite often.

Bone graft types and necessity

I came in looking only at the implant price,

but they said I need a bone graft, and it costs more.

Do I really have to do it?

Many people ask questions like this. In many cases, it is necessary.

In the case of implants, because an artificial root is placed

into the jawbone,

enough bone volume is needed.

If there is not enough bone,

a bone graft may be absolutely necessary.

The graft materials used for bone grafting also come in different types:

autogenous bone, allograft, xenograft, and synthetic bone.

Autogenous bone uses your own bone,

so the survival rate is relatively high,

but an additional harvesting procedure is required.

Allograft is also taken from humans,

and is a graft material made from donated bone that has been processed and sterilized.

Xenograft is a material derived from cows or pigs.

Its resorption speed is naturally slower than autogenous bone or allograft,

but it is relatively stable.

Synthetic bone is, as the name suggests, an artificially made material.

Because it has a low risk of infection and is easy to use,

it is widely used.

In short, bone grafting is not an option in the sense of preference;

if the condition requires it, it is an essential part of treatment.

Neo Implant Advantages

Neo implants use SLA-Active

surface treatment technology, which makes the bone fusion speed

faster — this is their biggest advantage.

They create a very fine rough surface on the implant,

which helps bone cells adhere more quickly.

Neo offers a digital guide system called [BaroGuide],

which improves convenience so that the dentist can

plan the implant placement position and angle

with relatively high accuracy.

Shorter surgery time

Faster recovery

Excellent compatibility between components

Smooth connection structure

Cost-effectiveness

These four points can be considered the main advantages,

and the smooth connection structure ultimately also helps distribute the force of chewing,

so it can be seen as contributing to stability.

Neo Implant Disadvantages

Neo implants are currently becoming quite well known in Korea,

and because many people are getting them, actual cases are increasing as well.

Compared with other brands that have already become well established in Korea,

it may feel like its name recognition is a little lower.

That can make some people hesitate to choose it.

It’s similar to how we look at brand recognition

when buying shoes or clothes.

If that is considered a downside, then it can be called a downside.

What Is the Procedure for Neo Implants?

Of course, a thorough diagnosis is done before the procedure.

The diagnosis includes CT scans and panoramic X-rays,

and after closely examining the condition of the jawbone,

the dentist decides whether a bone graft is needed.

Treatment is important, of course, but the process before treatment is

also very important in implant procedures.

The exact placement position and angle of the tooth are

all planned in advance.

On the day of surgery, the procedure is simply about placing the implant

exactly as planned.

Implants are not actually finished just by placing them.

You need to visit regularly for ongoing maintenance.

If you keep up with regular dental checkups during this maintenance process,

you may be able to use the implant for a longer time.

That is why it is even more important to check not only the price,

but also whether the clinic can provide careful follow-up and maintenance after placement.

Some people often ask whether bone grafting is necessary when getting a Neo implant.

So today I briefly explained the types of bone grafting

and also summarized the advantages and disadvantages of Neo.

For people getting implants for the first time, the dental clinic itself can feel

intimidating, and since it is called surgery,

many people worry and want to know the process in detail.

In conclusion, Neo implants are also

widely performed in Korea at present.

Below is an actual case completed with Neo.

Rather than choosing the cheapest and fastest option right away,

I hope you will find a dental clinic that can help you maintain and manage

the tooth well for a long time after surgery, and make your reservation there.

If you have any questions about treatment,

please feel free to call during business hours.^^

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