implant
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implant
An artificial material or component that is inserted into the body through surgery in order to replace, support, or improve a bodily function.
Nach dem Zahnverlust erhielt sie ein Zahnimplantat.
After losing her tooth, she received a dental implant.
The word comes from the Latin verb 'implantare', which means 'hineinpflanzen' (to plant into). So an 'Implantat' (implant) is literally something that is 'hineingepflanzt' (planted into) the body.
Die Forschung entwickelt ständig neue Arten von Implantaten.
Research is constantly developing new types of implants.
'Implantat' (implant) is a technical term from medicine and technology. In everyday language, it is usually used only in this specific context.
Der Arzt erklärte mir die Vorteile des medizinischen Implantats.
The doctor explained the advantages of the medical implant to me.
The word is often used in compounds to specify the type, e.g. 'Zahnimplantat' (dental implant), 'Hörimplantat' (hearing implant), or 'Brustimplantat' (breast implant). Typical verbs are 'ein Implantat einsetzen' (to insert an implant) or 'ein Implantat erhalten' (to receive an implant).
Mein Opa hat ein künstliches Kniegelenk als Implantat bekommen.
My grandpa got an artificial knee joint as an implant.
prosthesis
A Prothese and an Implantat can both be artificial aids placed in the body. Prothese primarily refers to a replacement for a missing or non-functioning body part, whereas Implantat emphasizes the artificial component and its insertion into the body. Both words are therefore often possible when referring to an artificial joint.
Das künstliche Hüftimplantat wurde während der Operation in den Körper eingesetzt.
The artificial hip implant was inserted into her body during the operation.
Die Hüftprothese ersetzt das beschädigte Gelenk und erleichtert ihr wieder das Gehen.
The hip prosthesis replaced the damaged joint and made it easier for her to walk again.
