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Which Straumann implant system does a dentist choose, and why?

Patients sometimes ask for 'the BLX' or 'the best Straumann implant'. In practice the clinician selects the system for each site, based on the surgical and restorative plan.

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In short

Bone density and volume.
Bone level or tissue level: where the join should sit.
Whether the implant goes into a fresh socket.
Space available and the planned restoration.
Patient preferences, e.g. metal-free.

How the factors map to systems

Situation	Systems often discussed
Fresh extraction socket, soft bone	BLX, TLX
Routine healed site	BLC, TLC, BLT
Narrow gap	BLT Ø2.9, NNC
Limited bone height	4 mm short implants
Metal-free preference	PURE Ceramic
Loose denture	Mini Implant / RidgeFit
Severe upper-jaw atrophy	Zygomatic

This is an educational map, not a recommendation. Your clinician may choose differently for good reasons.

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Last updated 28 Sep 2026 · How we review

Educational information only. The choice of implant system depends on your anatomy, restorative plan, bone quality and the clinician's assessment. This website does not recommend a specific implant for you.

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