Immediate front tooth implant with socket shield technique
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests a technique called 'socket shield' where a small piece of your own tooth is left in place when an implant is placed in your front upper jaw. The goal is to preserve the bone and gums for a better cosmetic result.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a front upper tooth that needs to be removed and cannot be saved with a filling or crown.
- The bone around your tooth must be healthy and have no major defects.
- You have good oral hygiene habits, like brushing and flossing regularly.
- You do not grind or clench your teeth excessively.
- You are not a heavy smoker.
- You have not taken certain bone medications or had radiation/chemotherapy recently.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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