Every dental implant system integrated into the practice at Shark Dental Clinic undergoes a meticulous vetting process. Our selection is rooted in rigorous international benchmarks for patient safety, clinical performance, and long-term structural integrity. Rather than relying solely on brand recognition, we evaluate each system through a multifaceted lens. Specifically, our selection process is guided by the following core criteria:
- Extensive clinical documentation: Shark Dental Clinic highly prioritizes implant systems backed by comprehensive success-rate data published in world-renowned scientific journals. In this regard, Straumann and Dentium offer the industry’s most robust foundations of clinical evidence. Similarly, Bio3 fully complies with all stringent European medical device standards via CE certification, while Biotem has secured FDA clearance alongside ISO-standard biocompatibility verification.
- International regulatory certifications: All 4 of our partner brands have successfully earned both CE (EU) and ISO 13485 certifications. Furthermore, three of these brands hold FDA clearance (USA), with Dentium and Biotem also possessing KGMP certification (South Korea). These credentials serve as a guarantee that every product has been strictly audited by global health authorities—a stark contrast to generic, unbranded implants of questionable origin.
- Global maintenance and support: We ensure that our patients can receive professional maintenance for their implants regardless of where they are in the world, whether living in or traveling to countries such as Australia, the United States, and those in Europe. Straumann maintains an expansive distribution network across more than 100 countries, Dentium spans over 80, Bio3 covers 50, and Biotem is present in 15. Conversely, obscure or “no-name” implant brands typically lack the compatible abutment systems required for servicing outside their country of manufacture.
- Versatile solutions for diverse needs: Shark Dental Clinic has curated 4 distinct tiers of implant solutions to help patients find the perfect balance between clinical evidence, recovery speed, and financial considerations. For a healthy patient requiring a single-tooth replacement, a premium high-end line may not always be necessary. However, more complex cases—such as those involving low bone density or requiring immediate full-arch restorations—demand the highly optimized performance found in solutions like Straumann SLActive.
