Hiossen (Osstem) Dental Implants — Quality at an Accessible Price
Hiossen, the US branch of South Korea's Osstem Implant, focuses on providing reliable, FDA-approved implants at a highly competitive price point. They are the top choice for budget-conscious patients and are increasingly popular in large dental networks.
Key Technical Features
- SA (Sand-blasted, Acid-etched) surface — resorbable media blasting eliminates residual particle risk
- ET III system — tapered body with internal connection, designed for simplicity
- Approximately 50% less expensive than premium brands ($900 vs $1,800–$2,000)
- FDA 510(k) cleared with US-based quality control (Branchburg, NJ)
- 20+ million successful placements globally — massive real-world validation
- Popular in dental networks and DSOs for volume pricing
Risks & Limitations
SA surface technology is less advanced than premium alternatives (SLActive, TiUnite, OsseoSpeed). Fewer long-term (10+ year) Western clinical studies — most evidence from Korean/Asian populations. 96.5% success rate, while strong, is 1–2% lower than premium brands. 10-year warranty vs lifetime warranty offered by premium brands. Less suitable for complex cases (low bone density, compromised healing, anterior aesthetics).
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Origin | USA / South Korea |
| Headquarters | Branchburg, New Jersey, USA (Parent: Osstem Implant, Seoul, South Korea) |
| Year Founded | 1997 |
| Material | Grade 4 Titanium |
| Surface Technology | SA (Sand-blasted, Acid-etched) — Resorbable media blasting |
| Prosthetic Options | Cement-retained, Screw-retained, Overdenture, Multi-unit |
| FDA Status | FDA 510(k) Cleared — ET III and TSIII implant systems |
| Warranty | 10 Years* |
Who Should Consider Hiossen (Osstem)?
Budget-conscious patients who need reliable, FDA-approved dental implants, patients in dental networks and DSOs (dental service organizations) offering competitive pricing, those with adequate bone and straightforward cases who prioritize affordability, and patients who cannot access premium brands due to cost constraints.
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Data Sources
- * Success Rate Source: Retrospective 10-year study: 98.3% survival for Osstem TS III SA implants (DOI: 10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00008, J Oral Implantol 2025; 2,474 implants, 1,298 patients). 7-year cumulative study: 95.37% survival (DOI: 10.5125/jkaoms.2014.40.2.68, J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg 2014). Over 20 million implants placed globally across Osstem/Hiossen brands.
- * Warranty Source: Hiossen 10-Year Implant Warranty: covers implant fixture against manufacturing defects. US-based support through Branchburg, NJ headquarters. Terms at hiossen.com.