FAQ
Implants
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What does the interface of the Semados® S/RI implant for prostheses look like?
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Internal hex connection with cone.
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What does the interface of the Semados® Mini implant for prostheses look like?
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External connection with conical hex.
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How high is the machined shoulder of the BEGO Semados® S implant?
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0.8 mm
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How high is the machined shoulder of the BEGO Semados® RI implant?
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0.5 mm
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How high is the machined shoulder of the BEGO Semados® Mini implant?
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1.2 mm
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What colour coding is used for the BEGO Semados® S/RI implants?
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- Green= BEGO Semados® S3.25
- Blue = BEGO Semados® S/RI3.75
- Grey = BEGO Semados® S/RI4.1
- Red = BEGO Semados® S/RI4.5
- Yellow = BEGO Semados® S/RI5.5
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What colour coding is used for the BEGO Semados® Mini implants?
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Brown = BEGO Semados® Mini 2.7/2.9/3.1
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What is the recommended torque for insertion of BEGO Semados® S implants?
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Torques of between 30-50 Ncm should not be exceeded. Please ensure sufficient water cooling! A torque of 30 Ncm is usually sufficient for attaining primary stability.
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What is the Prof. Engelke implant cover screw used for?
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(1) Fixation of a membrane.
(2) Prevents the implant from sinking into the maxillary sinus if the amount of available bone is reduced. -
Does the implant cover screw have to be ordered separately?
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No, it is found in one of the silicone stoppers in the packaging and is included in the price of the implant.
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Which tool is used for insertion of the implant cover screw?
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Hexagon screwdriver 1.25 mm XS (Art. no. 57266), short (Art. no. 53949) and long (Art. no. 53948).
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Can the implant insertion post be used again as an impression post or permanent abutment?
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No, as the repeated use of the post can result in inaccuracies and damage. As such, a 100% accurate fit of the components cannot be guaranteed.
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Can a BEGO Semados® implant be resterilised?
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No. After sterilisation lipids and proteins (tissue remnants) and foreign matter (cotton, dust, etc.) remain on the rough implant surface. This can lead to an immunological reaction.






