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The aim of this study was to evaluate an unconventional protocol regarding implants insertion through impacted canines, as to avoid invasive surgical extraction. Materials and Methods: This study was conducted on 1 patient, selected from the waiting list for dental implants at the University of Cagliari. To avoid invasive surgical removal of the impacted tooth, a dental implant (Ø 3.75 x 12 mm, Leone s.p.a., Firenze, Italy) was placed through the impacted tooth with a computer guided protocol and then immediate loaded. Results: The implant was clinically stable; a 4-year follow up did not show any unusual feature at the root‐implant interface. Conclusions: This study suggests that implant insertion through an impacted canine does not interfere with implant integration and may represent an alternative solution to avoid surgery extraction; more studies are needed for this procedure to be considered suitable for a possible clinical option.