The primary endpoint of this study is to compare the soft tissue contour changes after immediate implant placement combined to peri-implant socket filling with a sealing socket abutment (SSA) versus a standard healing abutment. The hypothesis is that the SSA better preserves the alveolar ridge profile in the cervical region compared to a conventional healing abutment. The secondary objectives aim to evaluate 3D hard tissue changes, peri-implant bone remodeling, soft tissue health, esthetic outcomes and the patients related outcome measures.
Good general health (ASA I/II),
More than 18 years old,
Smoker < 10c/day, one hopeless tooth,
Healthy periodontal condition,
Auto-immune disease or immunocompromised patients
Uncontrolled diabetes
Use of steroids or biphosphonates
Local or systemic infection (medical treatment needed prior to entrance to the study)