Common Implant Brand Comparison
Neutral data compilation of common implant systems in Taiwan (origin, material, characteristics), without efficacy claims. Implants are medical devices and must be approved by the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) before sale and use in Taiwan. The following is neutral specification information.
Specification aspects of implant systems
Differences between implant systems mainly fall into several specification aspects, which are neutral facts and do not represent quality rankings:
- Material: mostly pure titanium or titanium alloy; some systems offer zirconia (all-ceramic) implants.
- Surface treatment: surface texture or coating design that affects osseointegration; varies by manufacturer.
- Connection design: interface between implant and abutment (e.g., internal/external hex, conical connection).
- Size specifications: various diameters and lengths to match edentulous sites and bone conditions.
Regulatory approval system for implants in Taiwan
Implants are medical devices. In accordance with pharmaceutical and medical device management regulations, they must be reviewed and approved by the Food and Drug Administration of the Ministry of Health and Welfare (TFDA) before they can be legally sold and used in Taiwan. According to TFDA's medical device classification and grading regulations, legitimate product packaging will bear a medical device license number in the format of '衛部（署）醫器輸' or '衛部（署）醫器製'. Consumers can ask the clinic for the product name and license number of the system used for verification. They may also refer to the long-term clinical data and warranty provided by the original manufacturer. This site only compiles publicly available specification information and does not endorse.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the common implant systems in Taiwan?
Common implant systems on the market come from various origins such as Switzerland, Sweden, Germany, the USA, and Korea, each with different surface treatments and connection designs. The system used by a clinic is usually stated on their website or during consultation.
Are implants regulated in Taiwan?
Yes. Implants are medical devices. In accordance with pharmaceutical and medical device management regulations, they must be reviewed and approved by the Food and Drug Administration of the Ministry of Health and Welfare (TFDA) before they can be legally sold and used in Taiwan. Legitimate product packaging will bear a medical device license number in the format of '衛部（署）醫器輸' or '衛部（署）醫器製'. You can ask the clinic for the product name and license number of the system used for verification. This site only compiles publicly available information provided by the clinics and does not endorse.
What are the differences between implant brands?
Differences mainly lie in material (mostly pure titanium or titanium alloy), surface treatment technology, connection design between implant and abutment, and the manufacturer's long-term clinical data and warranty. These are specification differences, not quality rankings.
What material are implants made of?
The most common implant materials clinically are pure titanium or titanium alloy; some systems offer zirconia (all-ceramic) implants. Material characteristics are neutral facts; suitability must be assessed by a professional dentist on a case-by-case basis.
How can I find out which implant a clinic uses?
You can directly ask the clinic during consultation for the name and origin of the implant system; some clinics also list it on their website. This site only compiles publicly available information from clinics and does not endorse any product.
How to confirm whether an implant is a legally approved medical device?
You can request from the clinic the name of the implant used and its "Medical Device License Number", then check whether the implant has obtained a medical device license in Taiwan by searching the product name or license number in the "Drugs, Medical Devices, and Cosmetics License Inquiry" system of the Food and Drug Administration of the Ministry of Health and Welfare. Implants are medical devices and, according to regulations, must be registered and approved by the Food and Drug Administration before they can be sold and used in Taiwan. This site only compiles public information and does not provide medical advice.
Official sources：醫療器材業務專區（食品藥物管理署）
This page is a neutral information compilation for reference only, not medical advice, and does not constitute any treatment commitment.