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Implant Placement in Maxillary Esthetic ZoneBenexNCT07374627

Vertical Root Extraction for Immediate Implant

A study testing vertical extraction and Conventional exctraction in people with Implant Placement in Maxillary Esthetic Zone and Immediate Dental Implant Loading, run by Cairo University at 1 site in Egypt.

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Opening soon. The study is approved but enrolment has not started yet. Sites may already take enquiries.

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Trial summary

Immediate implant placement in the esthetic zone has become a preferred treatment modality due to its potential to shorten treatment duration, reduce surgical interventions, and preserve the natural contour of peri-implant tissues (Chen \& Buser, 2009; Lang et al., 2012). Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 80 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
What is being tested?
vertical extraction and Conventional exctraction
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
14 participants
Where
1 siteEgypt
Study dates
1 Feb 2026to 30 Apr 2026
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 80 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • dults aged 18 to 55 years. Classified as ASA I-II (healthy or mild systemic condition, fit for surgery). The presence of a single hopeless maxillary anterior tooth (incisor or canine) indicated for extraction.
  • Adequate palatal and apical bone volume to achieve primary stability for immediate implant placement.
  • Patients are able and willing to provide informed consent and comply with study visits.

Who cannot join

  • Smokers consuming more than 10 cigarettes per day. Pregnant or lactating women. Patients with systemic contraindications to surgery (e.g., chemotherapy, radiotherapy, bisphosphonate therapy).
  • Patients with untreated periodontal disease. Presence of active local infection at the surgical site.
  • -

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Egypt1 site
  • Cairo University

    Cairo, 11865

    Mihad Ibrahim, M.Sc, 00201008551124, mihad.ibrahim@dentistry.cu.edu.eg

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About this study

Official title: Vertical Root Extraction for Immediate Implant Placement : A Prospective Clinical And Radiographic Single Arm Study.

Immediate implant placement in the esthetic zone has become a preferred treatment modality due to its potential to shorten treatment duration, reduce surgical interventions, and preserve the natural contour of peri-implant tissues (Chen \& Buser, 2009; Lang et al., 2012). Despite these advantages, the technique remains surgically demanding, especially in the anterior maxilla, where the labial plate is often thin and highly susceptible to post-extraction resorption (Spray et al., 2000; Chappuis et al., 2017).

The greatest dimensional changes in alveolar ridge volume occur within the first 8-12 weeks after tooth extraction, with reductions in both height and width of the buccal bone crest (Araújo \& Lindhe, 2005; Tan et al., 2012). This remodeling compromises mucogingival architecture, often leading to mid-facial soft tissue recession and esthetic failures. Conventional extraction methods, which apply rotational or lateral forces using elevators and forceps, risk fracturing the socket walls and accelerating bone loss (Araujo \& Lindhe, 2009; Oghli \& Steveling, 2010).

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The introduction of atraumatic extraction systems aimed to address this challenge. The Benex vertical extraction system operates by inserting a screw into the root canal and applying controlled vertical traction. This approach minimizes lateral stress on socket walls, theoretically preserving the thin labial plate, which is critical for esthetic success (Muska et al., 2013; Canellas et al., 2021). Vertical traction avoids socket expansion and microfractures, enabling safer immediate implant placement in compromised situations.

Case reports and retrospective series have demonstrated encouraging clinical results with Benex, including intact labial plates on CBCT, high implant survival, and favorable Pink Esthetic Scores (Fürhauser et al., 2005; Canellas et al., 2021). Patients also report reduced discomfort and trauma perception, suggesting potential psychosocial benefits. However, most of the current evidence is based on small-scale case series (Blus \& Szmukler-Moncler, 2010; Singla \& Sharma, 2020), and randomized controlled trials comparing Benex-assisted extraction with conventional atraumatic extraction are lacking.

A robust RCT evaluating both objective esthetic outcomes (Midfacial mucosal recession, PES, CBCT bone preservation) and subjective patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) is therefore essential to validate the clinical value of the Benex system in the esthetic zone.

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The esthetic zone poses unique challenges for immediate implant placement due to the delicate nature of the labial bone. Several systematic reviews have shown that the thickness of the facial bone strongly influences marginal bone loss and soft tissue stability (Spray et al., 2000; Chappuis et al., 2017). Thin buccal plates (<1 mm) are particularly prone to resorption, with poor prognosis for soft tissue esthetics if damaged during extraction.

Ridge alterations after extraction. Araújo \& Lindhe (2005) in an experimental model, and Tan et al. (2012) in humans, confirmed substantial horizontal and vertical resorption within weeks of extraction, with the labial wall showing the greatest reduction. Botticelli et al. (2004) and Iasella et al. (2003) demonstrated that ridge preservation measures reduce, but do not eliminate, resorption.

Atraumatic extraction techniques. Conventional methods using forceps and elevators often damage interproximal and buccal bone (Araujo \& Lindhe, 2009). To counter this, atraumatic extraction devices were developed, such as periotomes (Sharma et al., 2015), piezosurgery (Blus \& Szmukler-Moncler, 2010), and vertical extraction systems like Benex, Physics Forceps, and Sapian kits (Muska et al., 2013; Jain \& Sridevi, 2016). These techniques reduce trauma and facilitate immediate implant placement, though operator skill and case selection remain crucial.

Benex system evidence. Muska et al. (2013) provided proof-of-principle for vertical extraction, showing intact socket walls and reduced risk of root fracture compared to forceps. Case series using Benex reported intact labial plates and favorable implant outcomes, but highlighted limitations in multirooted teeth and endodontically treated roots (Hong et al., 2018). Canellas et al. (2021) systematically reviewed atraumatic extractions, concluding that while vertical extraction devices appear promising, evidence is limited and heterogeneous.

Pink Esthetic Score (PES). Introduced by Fürhauser et al. (2005), the PES provides a standardized evaluation of peri-implant esthetics, including papillae, soft tissue level, contour, and color. PES has become the benchmark for clinical trials assessing esthetic outcomes of immediate implant protocols. High PES scores are closely linked to intact labial plates and preserved soft tissue contours (Chappuis et al., 2017).

Recent clinical trials. Ghallab et al. (2022) conducted a randomized controlled trial comparing vestibular and incisal extraction techniques within a vestibular socket therapy protocol. The vestibular approach demonstrated superior soft tissue stability and higher PES compared to incisal extraction. This supports the hypothesis that the extraction method critically determines esthetic outcomes. However, RCTs specifically testing vertical extraction systems like Benex are absent.

Knowledge gap. Current evidence suggests that vertical extraction systems may preserve bone and soft tissue better than conventional atraumatic methods. Yet, without randomized trials, their true clinical value remains uncertain. This trial aims to fill that gap by systematically evaluating Benex-assisted extraction versus conventional atraumatic extraction, focusing on both radiographic and patient-reported outcomes at 6 months.

Being tested
vertical extraction, Conventional exctraction
Keywords
Dental Implant, root extraction

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • vertical extractionProcedure or surgery

    Participants in this arm will undergo flapless vertical root extraction using the Benex system, followed immediately by implant placement with a standardized guided surgical protocol. The Benex system applies controlled vertical traction through a screw anchored in the root canal, minimizing lateral forces and reducing trauma to the socket walls. All patients will receive the same implant system, grafting material if indicated, provisional restoration, and final prosthesis according to the study protocol.

  • Conventional exctractionProcedure or surgery

    Tooth extraction is one of the most common procedures in dentistry, forming a cornerstone of both general dental practice and surgical specialties such as oral surgery and periodontology. Traditional extraction methods often involved the use of elevators and forceps to apply significant lateral and rotational forces, which could traumatize the alveolar bone and soft tissues. Over the past few decades, with the rise of implant dentistry and the need to preserve bone for future prosthetic rehabilitation, clinicians have shifted towards atraumatic extraction techniques. These methods aim to remove teeth while minimizing damage to surrounding hard and soft tissues, particularly the delicate alveolar socket walls.

Study groups in NCT07374627
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
BenexExperimentalParticipants in this arm will undergo flapless vertical root extraction using the Benex system, followed immediately by implant placement with a standardized guided surgical protocol. The Benex system applies controlled vertical traction through a screw anchored in the root canal, minimizing lateral forces and reducing trauma to the socket walls. All patients will receive the same implant system, grafting material if indicated, provisional restoration, and final prosthesis according to the study protocol.
Receives: Procedure: vertical extraction
ControlActive comparatorParticipants in this arm will undergo atraumatic incisal extraction using periotomes and forceps, followed immediately by implant placement with the same implant system and surgical protocol as the test group. This represents the current conventional method of atraumatic extraction. All subsequent implant placement, grafting (if needed), provisionalization, and final restoration steps will be standardized and identical to the test group.
Receives: Procedure: Conventional exctraction

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Mid facial recession

    The vertical change in the soft tissue margin at the mid-facial aspect of the implant crown compared to baseline (immediately after provisionalization). This will be measured in millimeters using standardized calibrated intraoral photographs. Positive values indicate soft tissue recession, and negative values indicate coronal migration.

    Measured: 6 months

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted29 Jan 2026
  2. Study start1 Feb 2026 (estimated)
  3. Primary completion15 Apr 2026 (estimated)
  4. Study completion30 Apr 2026 (estimated)

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
This study is designed as a prospective, randomized, two-arm, parallel assignment clinical trial with a 1:1 allocation ratio. Eligible participants with a single hopeless maxillary anterior tooth indicated for extraction will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: Test Group (Benex Vertical Extraction): Patients will undergo flapless vertical root extraction using the Benex system, followed immediately by implant placement using a standardized guided protocol. Control Group (Conventional Atraumatic Extraction): Patients will undergo atraumatic incisal extraction with periotomes and forceps, followed immediately by implant placement using the same implant system and surgical protocol. Both groups will follow identical implant placement, grafting (if needed), provisionalization, and restoration procedures. The only variable between the groups is the extraction technique. Randomization will be computer-generated and concealed in sealed opaque envelopes. Surgeons cannot be blinded due
Masking
Triple blind
Who is masked
Care provider, Investigator, Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
14 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07374627
Sponsor's protocol ID
25-056
Acronym
Benex
Status last verified
Jan 2026
First submitted
21 Jan 2026
Last updated
29 Jan 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing vertical extraction and Conventional exctraction in people with Implant Placement in Maxillary Esthetic Zone and Immediate Dental Implant Loading, run by Cairo University at 1 site in Egypt.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 29 Jan 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Egypt. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Mihas Ibrahim, M.Sc (00201008551124, mihad.ibrahim@dentistry.cu.edu.eg), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Mid facial recession (time frame: 6 months). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 29 Jan 2026.

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