One thing that I will say to perspective patients at the outset:
At the present time (September 2003), with regard to endosseous root form implants, there is no indication whatsoever that any given implant, surface treatment, prosthetic attachment, placement technique or brand of implant offers any perceptible advantage to the patient. For the present, all of these root form implants are created equal in terms of their effectiveness for patient treatment. If your dentist prefers a particular implant or a particular surface or technique, his or her experience with this system is the overriding factor in your treatment and if you believe your dentist to be capable and well trained in these techniques, go with their suggestions and don't waste your time trying to outguess your doctor.
Some day, we might have an implant or a surface or a technique that really proves superior in terms of patient treatment. When that happens, I will be the first to jump on the band wagon...