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NTA® Implant

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Why Should I Choose NTA Implants?

NTA, a brand of Switzerland-based Pilatus Swiss Dental GmbH, combines a wide range of implant solutions, a comprehensive digital workflow and documented quality standards. With NTA, Shorter and Hybrid systems, your dentist can select an option suited to your bone structure, missing teeth and planned restoration.

Our digital workflow connects intraoral scanning, three-dimensional treatment planning, guided surgery and personalised restoration design. This supports treatment tailored to your needs from start to finish—from planning implant placement to creating your final replacement teeth.

NTA’s commitment to quality is supported by CE/MDR documentation and ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 10002:2018 certifications, covering medical device quality management, consistent quality processes and customer satisfaction management.

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Dental implant exploded view: crown, abutment and implant fixture

Helps maintain jaw bone

A fixture transmits load to the bone and can slow resorption.

Does not require adjacent-tooth reduction

Unlike a conventional bridge, implants do not require preparing neighbouring teeth.

Feels closer to a natural tooth

Many patients chew and speak with confidence.

Supports fixed or removable prostheses

Suitable for single, multiple, or full-arch restorations.

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Treatment and common questions

Healing time and aftercare depend on your case. Your dentist plans placement, loading and recall visits.

Planning and placement are done by your dentist based on your individual condition.

Why should I choose NTA implants?

NTA, a brand of Switzerland-based Pilatus Swiss Dental GmbH, combines a wide range of implant solutions, a comprehensive digital workflow and documented quality standards. With NTA, Shorter and Hybrid systems, your dentist can select an option suited to your bone structure, missing teeth and planned restoration.

Our digital workflow connects intraoral scanning, three-dimensional treatment planning, guided surgery and personalised restoration design. This supports treatment tailored to your needs from start to finish—from planning implant placement to creating your final replacement teeth.

NTA’s commitment to quality is supported by CE/MDR documentation and ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 10002:2018 certifications, covering medical device quality management, consistent quality processes and customer satisfaction management.

Can I receive NTA implants if I have limited bone?

Having less bone does not necessarily mean implant treatment is no longer an option. Shorter implants may allow your dentist to use the available bone in certain areas where bone height is limited. Your suitability is assessed through a dental examination and three-dimensional imaging.

Can Shorter implants reduce the need for bone grafting or sinus lift surgery?

Yes, in suitable cases. Where standard-length implants would require additional bone, Shorter implants may offer an alternative that fits the available bone height. This may allow treatment without additional procedures such as bone grafting or sinus lift surgery.

How can Shorter implants make surgery easier for me?

One of Shorter’s key advantages is its potential to simplify the surgical treatment plan for suitable patients. When additional bone procedures can be avoided, fewer surgical interventions and a shorter procedure may be possible. This approach may help reduce postoperative discomfort and make returning to everyday activities easier.

Can the healing process be shorter with Shorter implants?

In suitable cases where additional bone grafting is unnecessary, the healing and waiting stages associated with those procedures may also be avoided. This can shorten the overall recovery and treatment process. The time your implant needs to integrate with the bone depends on your bone condition, general health and your dentist’s treatment protocol.

When can Hybrid implants offer an alternative treatment option?

Hybrid expands NTA’s treatment options with a body design intended to support stable initial placement, a rounded tip and a distinctive implant-to-restoration connection. Your dentist may consider Hybrid in certain cases where bone conditions and restoration requirements make a standard approach more challenging. The system is selected according to your individual oral and bone conditions.

How can NTA’s digital technologies support my treatment?

NTA’s digital solutions support the combined assessment of your intraoral scans and three-dimensional jaw images. Your dentist can plan the implant position before surgery and use a personalised surgical guide in suitable cases. This preparation helps guide implant placement and supports the design of your replacement teeth.

Can NTA implants help me eat comfortably and achieve natural-looking teeth?

NTA implants are designed to provide a stable foundation for your replacement teeth. A restoration tailored to your needs can improve comfort when chewing, speaking and smiling. A natural appearance is achieved by considering the implant position, your gum structure and the design of your replacement teeth together.

Can Shorter implants reduce my overall treatment cost?

In suitable cases, avoiding additional bone procedures may reduce the associated surgical and material costs. When considering cost, the implant price should be assessed together with the complete treatment plan. Your dentist will explain the available options and overall costs based on your needs.

What should I do to maintain my NTA implants for many years?

Appropriate treatment planning, daily oral care and regular dental check-ups support the long-term health of your implants. The NTA patient passport records information about your implants and follow-up visits. Keeping this document helps your implant system be identified during future maintenance or treatment.

How can I access NTA implants in my country?

NTA offers shipping to more than 105 countries. Through your dentist, you can contact your local NTA distributor or obtain information directly from the NTA team about supply options in your country.

Can I still choose NTA implants if there is no local NTA distributor in my country?

The absence of a local distributor does not necessarily prevent you from accessing NTA implants. Your dentist can contact us to explore shipping options for the products required for your treatment. Our team can assist your dentist with information about the supply process.

What if my dentist does not currently use NTA implants?

You can discuss your interest in NTA implants with your dentist. Your dentist can contact our team for information about our implant systems, treatment options and product availability. Together with your dentist, you can consider which implant system is appropriate for your oral and bone conditions.

Do NTA implants come with a lifetime warranty?

Yes. NTA offers a lifetime warranty on the implant fixture, the component placed in your jawbone. The warranty is subject to the applicable terms, correct placement, patient passport documentation and regular dental check-ups.

The crown, laboratory work and clinical fees are covered by separate arrangements with your dentist.

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Patient passport

Your dentist can issue a patient passport with the fixture data. Warranty terms require dentist confirmation and documented recall visits.

Keep the patient passport your dentist gives you. Warranty validity depends on that record and on regular check-ups.

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