The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (FoC) evaluates the tightness of dental implant screws in compliance with ISO 18130.
What is ISO 18130?
The International Organization for Standardization established the ISO 18130 testing standard as a guide for experts evaluating how cyclic loading conditions loosen an implant body and abutment’s connection in endosseous. The standard is used for implant abutments, bodies, joints, and metallic components used in implants. The test method’s objective is to determine how much a screw loosens when it’s exposed to certain conditions. The information collected during the testing process gives manufacturers important insight into their implant’s durability, but it doesn’t directly assess how an implant will perform in vivo.
More About Our Medical Device Testing Laboratory
Our medical device testing lab features the staff and technology needed to conduct tests on a wide array of medical devices, materials, and equipment. We offer tests for a variety of devices and implants including:
- Dental implants
- Metallic bone staples, plates, and screws
- Hip joint prosthesis
- Knee Joint replacements
- Finger joint implants
- Wrist implants
- Spinal implants
- Shoulder prosthesis
- Surgical instruments
Our services support our clients by providing comprehensive testing services that enable them to make improvements to their products that will improve their safety, functionality, and chances to succeed in the market. Our experts serve as guides to help our clients check all the boxes, they’ll need to confirm their products’ viability and ensure their compliance with testing standards and regulations published by organizations like ISO and ASTM. In addition to our ISO 18130-compliant services, we offer dynamic fatigue tests in compliance with the ISO 14801 testing standard.
The Importance of Dental Implant Testing
An effective dental implant can greatly improve the quality of life and confidence of patients suffering from diseases, conditions, and injuries that have left them with damaged or missing teeth. Long before oral surgeons install these implants, independent labs such as ATS, work diligently to help manufacturers confirm the performance capabilities, safety, and longevity of implants. Extensive testing helps significantly reduce the likelihood of mechanical failure and patient harm, while also greatly improving a product’s compliance with FDA and similar regulatory bodies.
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Call +1 (888) 287-5227 to learn more about how our medical device testing lab can ensure the reliability of your dental implants and other medical devices.
