A Comparison Between Protemp and Flowable Light Cure Composite Material for Creating Optimal Gingival Emergence Profile Around Implant

A Comparison Between Protemp and Flowable Light Cure Composite Material for Creating Optimal Gingival Emergence Profile and Evaluation of Peri-implant Soft Tissue; an In-vivo Study

The study focuses on the critical role of the gingival emergence profile in the success of dental implants, emphasizing its importance for both peri-implant health and esthetics. The research aims to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of two common, cost-effective dental materials-light-cure composite and Protemp (a bis-acryl composite resin)-for fabricating customized healing abutments. By assessing the peri-implant tissue response to these materials, the study seeks to determine which is more suitable for creating an optimal, natural-looking soft tissue contour, thereby providing dentists with a practical and reliable alternative to more expensive options like PEEK.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age between 18 and 65 years.
• Edentulous spaces to be replaced with implant-supported single crowns.
• Antagonistic natural tooth present and sound (sound periodontium) (Stable occlusion and opposing dentition)
• Good general periodontal health
• Good general health.
• Willing to participate in the study and able to sign informed consent. (Ability to attend all follow-up appointments.)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Untreated caries or periapical lesions in the opposing natural antagonistic tooth.
• Active periodontal disease.
• major active systemic disease affecting soft tissue healing
• Multiple implant supported restorations already present.
• Long edentulous spaces.
• Complete edentulous cases