Neodent vs. Nobel Biocare vs. Straumann: Which Implant Brand is Best for You?

You’ve seen the dental treatment price list. You’ve done the maths. But now you’re stuck:

• Why is a Neodent dental implant £392, and the All-on-4 package £1,753?
• Why is the Nobel Biocare package £2,442?
• Is the Straumann package really worth £2,822?

It’s the most common question we get: “Are the expensive ones actually better?”

The short answer: no, they aren’t “better” at surviving — but they are different in how they work. In this guide, we break down the “big three” global dental implant brands we use at our clinic, to help you decide which one fits your mouth (and your budget).

1. Neodent: The “Smart Value” Choice

Price: £392 for a single dental implant with abutment, or £1,753 per jaw for the All-on-4 package. Verdict: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (best value for money)

Many patients worry that “cheaper” means “lower quality.” With Neodent, that’s simply not true.

• The secret: Neodent is actually owned by the Straumann Group. It’s the “Toyota” to Straumann’s “Lexus” — you’re getting Swiss-backed engineering and high-grade titanium, but at a mass-market price.
• Why choose it?
  • Grand Morse™ connection: a specific design that seals out bacteria very effectively, helping prevent gum infection.
  • Acqua™ surface: a hydrophilic surface treatment that speeds up healing, similar to the more expensive brands.
• Best for: patients who want a reliable, global brand without the premium price tag. If you have healthy bone and want the standard All-on-4 procedure, this is your best buy.

2. Nobel Biocare: The “All-on-4 Pioneer”

Price: £538 for a single dental implant with abutment, or £2,442 per jaw for the All-on-4 package. Verdict: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (best for complex cases)

Nobel Biocare is legendary for one reason: they invented the All-on-4 technique.

• The history: the entire concept of “teeth in a day” was developed by Dr Paulo Maló using Nobel Biocare implants. They have the longest track record of success in the world for full-arch restorations.
• Why pay extra?
  • TiUnite® surface: a patented surface structure famous for “grabbing” the bone quickly — critical if you want immediate temporary teeth.
  • Versatility: Nobel implants are excellent for “soft bone.” If you’ve been missing teeth for years and your bone is weak, they’re designed to find stability where others might spin.
• Best for: patients with softer bone, or those who want the original brand that started it all.

3. Straumann: The “Rolls-Royce” of Dentistry

Price: £632 for a single dental implant with abutment, or £788 for the premium SLActive surface. All-on-4 with Straumann is £2,822 per jaw. Verdict: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (fastest healing)

Straumann is widely considered the #1 premium implant brand in the world — pure Swiss precision.

• The technology: Straumann uses a unique material called Roxolid® (a mix of titanium and zirconium), which makes the implant stronger than pure titanium and allows smaller, thinner implants.
• Why is it the most expensive?
  • SLActive® surface: this is their “magic” — a chemically active surface that can roughly halve healing time (from around 8 weeks to 4).
  • Less bone grafting: because Roxolid® implants are so strong, we can often place them in narrow bone without needing expensive bone grafting.
• Best for: patients with thin ridges (narrow bone), heavy smokers (who need faster healing), or anyone who simply wants the very best technology available.

Comparison Table: Which Should You Choose?

Feature	Neodent	Nobel Biocare	Straumann
Origin	Brazil / Switzerland	Switzerland / USA	Switzerland
Material	Titanium Grade 4	Titanium Grade 4	Roxolid® (titanium + zirconium)
Healing speed	Standard (good)	Fast	Fastest (SLActive®)
Best for…	Budget & value	Soft bone & track record	Thin bone & speed
Single dental implant + abutment	£392	£538	£632
All-on-4 package, per jaw	£1,753	£2,442	£2,822

These are cash prices; card payments are 10% higher. The All-on-4 figures are per jaw. If you are replacing every tooth in both jaws, our full mouth dental implants package guide covers what a complete restoration costs and what the package includes.

Summary: So, Which One Do I Need?

Here’s the honest truth from our surgeons:

1. If you’re on a budget: choose Neodent. It’s safe, strong and comes with a lifetime warranty on the implant — you’re not “settling,” you’re making a smart financial choice.
2. If you have “soft” bone: choose Nobel Biocare. Its design is famous for gripping soft bone better than any other.
3. If you want the fastest healing: choose Straumann. If you’re a smoker or have conditions (like diabetes) that slow healing, Straumann’s SLActive® surface gives you the best safety net.

For more on why the brand matters so much, read our guide on why not all implant brands are the same. And remember, all our implants are covered by our treatment warranties.

Still not sure? We can tell you which system fits your bone best. Send us your panoramic X-ray for a free online dental consultation, and ask about our all-inclusive Turkey teeth packages.