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De-Deus G, Zehnder M, Reis C, Fidel S, Fidel RAS, Galan J, Paciornik S. Longitudinal Co-site Optical Microscopy Study on the Chelating Ability of Etidronate and EDTA Using a Comparative Single-tooth Model. J Endod 2008; 34:71-5. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2007.09.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2007] [Revised: 09/10/2007] [Accepted: 09/24/2007] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Marending M, Paqué F, Fischer J, Zehnder M. Impact of Irrigant Sequence on Mechanical Properties of Human Root Dentin. J Endod 2007; 33:1325-8. [PMID: 17963956 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2007.08.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2007] [Revised: 08/06/2007] [Accepted: 08/06/2007] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Monika Marending
- Division of Endodontology, Department of Preventive Dentistry, Periodontology, and Cariology, University of Zürich Center for Dental Medicine, Zürich, Switzerland
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Shemesh H, van den Bos M, Wu MK, Wesselink PR. Glucose penetration and fluid transport through coronal root structure and filled root canals. Int Endod J 2007; 40:866-72. [PMID: 17877722 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2007.01302.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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AIM To measure glucose penetration and fluid transport through coronal root structure and compare it with leakage along the coronal region of root fillings. METHODOLOGY A total of 50 single-rooted teeth were selected and divided into three groups. Ten roots were sectioned longitudinally and the apical portion was removed leaving a total length of 9 mm. These 20 half-roots served as group 1: root structure (n = 20). The canals of the remaining 40 roots were prepared to size 50 and filled with vertically compacted injectable filling material and sealer. Group 2: Resilon + Epiphany (n = 20) and group 3: gutta-percha + AH26 (n = 20). The apical portion of the root was removed. Glucose penetration through the coronal root structure and coronal root fillings was checked over a period of 4 weeks and fluid transport was measured after completion of the glucose penetration test. Differences between the groups were statistically analysed with the Kruskal-Wallis test and the Mann-Whitney test. RESULTS The three groups presented significantly different glucose penetration (P < 0.05). The two groups of filled canals showed significant glucose leakage whilst the root structure group did not show any leakage. In the fluid transport model, the root structure group also did not show any leakage. No significant difference in leakage existed between the two vertically compacted filling materials, Resilon with Epiphany sealer and gutta-percha with AH26 in both models (P > 0.05). CONCLUSION Under the conditions of this study, in both models used, no leakage was observed through root structure. Filled canals were associated with penetration of glucose regardless of the material used.
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Saleh IM, Ruyter IE, Haapasalo M, Ørstavik D. Bacterial penetration along different root canal filling materials in the presence or absence of smear layer. Int Endod J 2007; 41:32-40. [PMID: 17916071 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2007.01304.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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AIM To study the effect of the smear layer on the penetration of bacteria along different root canal filling materials and to examine the dentine/sealer and sealer/core material interfaces for the presence of bacteria. METHODOLOGY A total of 110 human root segments were instrumented to size 80 under irrigation with 1% sodium hypochlorite. Half of the roots were irrigated with a 5-mL rinse of 17% EDTA. Roots with and without smear layer were filled with gutta-percha (GP) and AH Plus sealer (AH), GP and Apexit sealer (AP), or RealSeal cones and sealer (RS). Following storage in humid conditions at 37 degrees C for 7 days, the specimens were mounted into a bacterial leakage test model for 135 days. Survival analyses were performed to calculate the median time of leakage and log-rank test was used for pairwise comparisons of groups. The level of significance was set at P = 0.05. Selected specimens were longitudinally sectioned and inspected by scanning electron microscopy for the presence of bacteria at the interfaces. RESULTS In the presence of the smear layer, RS and AP leaked significantly more slowly than in its absence. In the absence of the smear layer, AH leaked significantly more slowly than RS. SEM results indicated a differential pattern of bacterial penetration among the sealers. CONCLUSIONS Removal of the smear layer did not impair bacterial penetration along root canal fillings. A comparison of the sealers revealed no difference except that AH performed better than RS in the absence of the smear layer.
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- I M Saleh
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.
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Neelakantan P, Sanjeev K, Subbarao CV. Duration-dependent susceptibility of endodontic pathogens to calcium hydroxide and chlorhexidene gel used as intracanal medicament: an in vitro evaluation. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2007; 104:e138-41. [PMID: 17689115 DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2007.04.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2007] [Revised: 04/26/2007] [Accepted: 04/30/2007] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the effective duration of antimicrobial activity of a calcium hydroxide-based medicament (Apex Cal) and 2% chlorhexidene gluconate gel against selected endodontic pathogens (Enterococcus faecalis, Candida albicans, Porphyromonas gingivalis, and Prevotella intermedia). The agar diffusion test was used to determine the antimicrobial activity. Chlorhexidene gluconate gel showed the largest inhibitory zones. The antimicrobial action of both medicaments decreased significantly with time, with calcium hydroxide showing no antimicrobial action after 72 hours. In conclusion, 2% chlorhexidene gel showed better antimicrobial activity than calcium hydroxide, and the effective antimicrobial action of both medicaments decreased after 48 hours.
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- Prasanna Neelakantan
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, College of Dental Surgery, Saveetha University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
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Sayin TC, Serper A, Cehreli ZC, Otlu HG. The effect of EDTA, EGTA, EDTAC, and tetracycline-HCl with and without subsequent NaOCl treatment on the microhardness of root canal dentin. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2007; 104:418-24. [PMID: 17709073 DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2007.03.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2006] [Revised: 03/07/2007] [Accepted: 03/19/2007] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of single and combined use of ethylenediamine tetra acetic acid (EDTA), ethylene glycol bis [b-aminoethylether] N,N,N',N'-tetraacetic acid (EGTA), EDTA plus Cetavlon (EDTAC), tetracycline-HCl, and NaOCl on the microhardness of root canal dentin. STUDY DESIGN The crowns of 30 single-rooted human teeth were discarded at the cementoenamel junction and the roots were bisected longitudinally to obtain root halves (N = 60). The specimens were embedded in autopolymerizing acrylic resin, leaving the root canal dentin exposed. Dentin surfaces were prepared for microhardness test by grinding and polishing. The reference microhardness values of untreated specimens were recorded using a Vicker's microhardness tester at the apical, midroot, and cervical levels of the root canal. Thereafter, the specimens treated with single (test solution only) or combined (test solution, followed by 2.5% NaOCl) versions of the irrigants for 5 minutes. Posttreatment microhardness values were obtained as with initial ones. Statistical comparisons between the test groups and among single and combined treatments were carried out using 2-way ANOVA with repeated measures (P =.05). Comparisons within each group with respect to application regions were made with Friedman's nonparametric 2-way analysis of variance at the same level of significance. RESULTS All treatment regimens except distilled water significantly decreased the microhardness of the root canal dentin (P < . 05). The single and combined use of EDTA decreased the microhardness of the root canal dentin significantly more than all other treatment regimens (P < .05). Compared with their single-treatment versions, all combined treatment regimens decreased the mean microhardness values significantly (P < .05). A comparison of single and combined treatment regimens revealed significant decreases only for EDTA and EDTA + NaOCl in the coronal region and for EDTAC and EDTAC + NaOCl in the apical and middle regions of the root canal (P < .05). CONCLUSIONS The use of EDTA alone or prior to NaOCl resulted in the maximum decrease in dentin microhardness. The softening effect of subsequent NaOCl treatment was both material and region dependent. However, for combined treatment regimens, subsequent use of NaOCl levels the statistical differences between the regional microhardness values obtained after treatment with EGTA, EDTAC, and tetracycline-HCl.
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- Taner Cem Sayin
- Department of Endodontics, Nova Southeastern University, College of Dental Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328, USA.
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Iwanami M, Yoshioka T, Sunakawa M, Kobayashi C, Suda H. Spreading of root canal irrigants on root dentine. AUST ENDOD J 2007; 33:66-72. [PMID: 17697247 DOI: 10.1111/j.1747-4477.2007.00051.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the spreading of root canal irrigants on human root dentine. The spreading of various solutions on dentine surfaces was measured after pre-treatment with various conditional solutions. Seven experimental groups were set based on the combination of conditioning solution-test solution: none-distilled water; none-6% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl); none-14.3% ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid containing surfactant 0.084% cetrimide (Morhonine); NaOCl-NaOCl; NaOCl-Morhonine; Morhonine-Morhonine and Morhonine-NaOCl. After application of 0.1 mL of conditioning solution for 60 s, 0.5 microL of test solution was placed on dentine surfaces. Spreading of test solution was measured for 480 s to examine the size of the contact area ratio. Those at 300 s were compared among groups using Fisher's Protected Least Significant Difference (P < 0.05). It was concluded that the contact area ratio of Morhonine-NaOCl increased the most significantly among all the experimental groups.
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- Makiko Iwanami
- Pulp Biology and Endodontics, Department of Restorative Sciences, Graduate School, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 5-45 Yushima 1-chome, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8549, Japan.
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Bertacci A, Baroni C, Breschi L, Venturi M, Prati C. The influence of smear layer in lateral channels filling. Clin Oral Investig 2007; 11:353-9. [PMID: 17574482 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-007-0127-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2006] [Accepted: 05/14/2007] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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This in vitro study evaluated the ability of a warm gutta-percha obturation system Thermafil to fill lateral channels in presence/absence of smear layer. Forty single-rooted extracted human teeth were randomly divided into two groups for which different irrigation regimens were used: group A, 5 ml of 5% NaOCl + 2.5 ml of 3.6% H(2)O(2); group B, 5 ml of 5% NaOCl 5% + 2.5 ml of 17% ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid. A conventional crown-down preparation technique was employed. Obturation was performed using epoxy resin-based cement (AH Plus) and a warm gutta-percha plastic carrier system (Thermafil). Specimens were cleared in methyl salicylate and analyzed under a stereomicroscope to evaluate the number, length, and diameter of lateral channels. Lateral channels were identified in both groups at medium and apical thirds. Additional samples were prepared for scanning electron microscopy inspection to confirm the presence of smear layer in group A, and the absence of smear layer in group B. All lateral channels resulted filled in both groups. No statistically significant differences regarding number, length, and diameter were observed between the two groups. Smear layer did not prevent the sealing of lateral channels.
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- Angelica Bertacci
- Endodontics Unit, Department of Oral Sciences, University of Bologna, via San Vitale 59, 40125 Bologna, Italy.
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Shemesh H, Wu MK, Wesselink PR. Leakage along apical root fillings with and without smear layer using two different leakage models: a two-month longitudinal ex vivo study. Int Endod J 2007; 39:968-76. [PMID: 17107542 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2006.01181.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM To compare two different experimental models when measuring leakage along root fillings with or without smear layer. METHODOLOGY One hundred and twenty single-rooted teeth were prepared to size 50 and allocated to two groups: fluid transport model (n = 60) and glucose penetration model (n = 60). The roots in each group were divided into three subgroups of 20 teeth each. Smear layer was left in place in group 1 but removed in groups 2 and 3. In groups 1 and 2 canals were filled with laterally compacted gutta-percha cones and AH 26. Group 3 was laterally compacted with Resilon cones and Epiphany sealer. The coronal portion of the filling was removed to assure only 4 mm of filling remained in the canal. Leakage of glucose was evaluated by measuring its concentration once a week for a total period of 56 days using a glucose penetration model. Fluid transport was evaluated by measuring the movement of an air-bubble using a fluid transport model, 1 and 8 weeks after canal filling. Differences between the groups in glucose concentrations and fluid transport were statistically analysed with the Kruskal-Wallis and the Mann-Whitney tests. The level of significance was set at alpha = 0.05. RESULTS Glucose penetration was significantly different between the three groups after the first 8 days (P < 0.05). Resilon leaked the most throughout the experiment period. No significant difference (P > 0.05) existed between the two gutta-percha groups at all time intervals (Mann-Whitney test). In the fluid transportation model, no statistically significant differences were observed between all three experimental groups (P > 0.05) at either 1 or 8 weeks after filling (Kruskal-Wallis test). CONCLUSIONS Under the conditions of this study, the glucose penetration model was more sensitive in detecting leakage along root fillings. Removing the smear layer before filling did not improve the sealing of the apical 4 mm of filling. Resilon allowed more glucose penetration but the same amount of fluid transport as the gutta-percha root fillings.
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- H Shemesh
- Department of Cariology Endodontology Pedodontology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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van der Sluis LWM, Shemesh H, Wu MK, Wesselink PR. An evaluation of the influence of passive ultrasonic irrigation on the seal of root canal fillings. Int Endod J 2007; 40:356-61. [PMID: 17374139 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2006.01227.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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AIM To evaluate the influence of passive ultrasonic irrigation (PUI) on the seal of root canal fillings. METHODOLOGY A total of 40 mandibular premolars were distributed equally into two groups and the root canals were cleaned and shaped; they were then filled with gutta-percha and AH26 (sealer) using the warm vertical compaction technique with the System B (Analytic Technology, Redmond, WA, USA) device. In one group PUI was applied, after completion of instrumentation and hand-irrigation. In the other group, PUI was not applied. Thereafter, leakage of glucose was evaluated by measuring its concentration once a week for a total period of 56 days using a glucose penetration model. Differences between the groups in terms of glucose concentrations were statistically analysed with the Mann-Whitney test; the level of significance was set at P=0.05. RESULTS After the first month the root fillings in teeth where PUI had been used, sealed the root canal significantly better than in teeth where no PUI had been used (P=0.017). CONCLUSION Root fillings sealed the root canal better when PUI had been used.
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- L W M van der Sluis
- Department of Cariology Endodontology Pedodontology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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Sayin TC, Serper A, Cehreli ZC, Kalayci S. Calcium Loss From Root Canal Dentin Following EDTA, EGTA, EDTAC, and Tetracycline-HCl Treatment With or Without Subsequent NaOCl Irrigation. J Endod 2007; 33:581-4. [PMID: 17437877 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2006.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2006] [Revised: 11/21/2006] [Accepted: 12/21/2006] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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The aim of this study was to determine the extent of calcium removal on root canal dentin after 17% EDTA, 17% EGTA, 15% EDTAC, and 1% tetracycline-HCl treatment; with or without subsequent use of 2.5% NaOCl. Extracted single-rooted human teeth were bisected longitudinally and the root halves (n=100) were isolated with nail varnish, leaving the root canal exposed. The samples were immersed in the test solutions for 1 and 5 minutes, after which the amount of calcium ion (Ca(2+)) release into the solutions was determined by flame photometry. Regardless of treatment time, all single (treatment solution only) and combined (treatment solution with subsequent NaOCl application) irrigation regimens removed significantly more Ca(2+) than control treatment (distilled water). Compared with other groups, treatment with 17% EDTA and 17% EDTA + 2.5% NaOCl resulted in the maximum amount of Ca(2+) removal from root canal dentin (p<0.05). All combined-treatment groups except 17% EGTA + 2.5% NaOCl removed significantly more Ca(2+) than their single-treatment versions (p<0.05). Within each test group, extending the treatment time to 5 minutes resulted in significantly more Ca(2+) removal (p<0.05).
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- T Cem Sayin
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey.
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Marques AAF, Marchesan MA, Sousa-Filho CBD, Silva-Sousa YTC, Sousa-Neto MD, Cruz-Filho AMD. Smear layer removal and chelated calcium ion quantification of three irrigating solutions. Braz Dent J 2007; 17:306-9. [PMID: 17262144 DOI: 10.1590/s0103-64402006000400008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2006] [Accepted: 07/04/2006] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate, by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), smear layer removal and quantify, by atomic absorption spectrophotometry, the amount of calcium ion present in the chelating solutions after their use. Sixteen extracted canines were instrumented using the step-back technique and were assigned to 3 groups according to the irrigating solution used: G1: 1 mL 17% EDTAC between each file; G2: 1 mL 17% CDTA; G3: 1 mL 17% EGTA. The solutions were collected after use. The teeth were cleaved longitudinally, evaluated under SEM and assessed for smear layer by blinded examiners and scored from 1 to 4. In order to quantify calcium ion release, the collected solutions were examined by atomic absorption spectrophotometry. Freidman's test was used for statistical analysis of SEM values and showed that canals irrigated with 17% EDTAC and 17% CDTA had significantly less smear layer throughout the canals than 17% EGTA (p<0.01). For analysis of the collected solutions, Tukey's test was used and showed that EDTAC and CDTA had a greater amount of calcium ions (22.8+/-7.54 and 60.6+/-20.67 microg/mL, respectively) compared to EGTA (70.5+/-14.2 microg/mL) (p<0.01). The association both methodologies may contribute to the understanding of how these solutions act in the root canal.
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El Karim I, Kennedy J, Hussey D. The antimicrobial effects of root canal irrigation and medication. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2007; 103:560-9. [PMID: 17223590 DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2006.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2006] [Revised: 06/17/2006] [Accepted: 10/04/2006] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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The role of microorganisms in the development and maintenance of pulpal and periapical inflammation have been well documented. The success of root canal treatment largely depends on the elimination of microbial contamination from the root canal system. Although mechanical instrumentation of root canals can reduce bacterial population, effective elimination of bacteria cannot be achieved without the use of antimicrobial root canal irrigation and medication. This review will discuss the antimicrobial effects of the known root canal irrigants and medicaments and explore future developments in the field.
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- Ikhlas El Karim
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Clinical Dentistry, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland.
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Chemomechanical preparation of the root canal includes both mechanical instrumentation and antibacterial irrigation, and is principally directed toward the elimination of micro-organisms from the root canal system. A variety of instruments and techniques have been developed and described for this critical stage of root canal treatment. Since their introduction in 1988, nickel-titanium (NiTi) rotary instruments have become a mainstay in clinical endodontics because of their exceptional ability to shape root canals with potentially fewer procedural complications. Safe clinical usage of NiTi instruments requires an understanding of basic metallurgy of the alloy including fracture mechanisms and their correlation to canal anatomy. This paper reviews the biologic principles of preparing root canals with an emphasis on correct use of current rotary NiTi instrumentation techniques and systems. The role and properties of contemporary root canal irrigants is also discussed.
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- G R Young
- School of Dental Science, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, Victoria
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Murray PE, Garcia-Godoy F, Hargreaves KM. Regenerative endodontics: a review of current status and a call for action. J Endod 2007; 33:377-90. [PMID: 17368324 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2006.09.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 519] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2006] [Revised: 09/10/2006] [Accepted: 09/18/2006] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Millions of teeth are saved each year by root canal therapy. Although current treatment modalities offer high levels of success for many conditions, an ideal form of therapy might consist of regenerative approaches in which diseased or necrotic pulp tissues are removed and replaced with healthy pulp tissue to revitalize teeth. Researchers are working toward this objective. Regenerative endodontics is the creation and delivery of tissues to replace diseased, missing, and traumatized pulp. This review provides an overview of regenerative endodontics and its goals, and describes possible techniques that will allow regenerative endodontics to become a reality. These potential approaches include root-canal revascularization, postnatal (adult) stem cell therapy, pulp implant, scaffold implant, three-dimensional cell printing, injectable scaffolds, and gene therapy. These regenerative endodontic techniques will possibly involve some combination of disinfection or debridement of infected root canal systems with apical enlargement to permit revascularization and use of adult stem cells, scaffolds, and growth factors. Although the challenges of introducing endodontic tissue engineering therapies are substantial, the potential benefits to patients and the profession are equally ground breaking. Patient demand is staggering both in scope and cost, because tissue engineering therapy offers the possibility of restoring natural function instead of surgical placement of an artificial prosthesis. By providing an overview of the methodological issues required to develop potential regenerative endodontic therapies, we hope to present a call for action to develop these therapies for clinical use.
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- Peter E Murray
- Department of Endodontics, College of Dental Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328, USA.
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Patel DV, Sherriff M, Ford TRP, Watson TF, Mannocci F. The penetration of RealSeal primer and Tubliseal into root canal dentinal tubules: a confocal microscopic study. Int Endod J 2007; 40:67-71. [PMID: 17209835 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2006.01184.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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AIM To compare penetration depth into dentinal tubules of RealSeal with that of a well-established endodontic sealer (Tubliseal) by means of confocal microscopy. METHODOLOGY Twenty sound extracted, single-rooted premolars were selected. Following completion of root canal instrumentation, the teeth were divided into two groups using a stratified sampling method, ranking teeth according to size. In group 1, 10 teeth were filled with Gutta-percha and Tubliseal using cold lateral condensation. In group 2, 10 teeth were filled with RealSeal. Both sealers were labelled with Rhodamine B dye. The teeth were sectioned parallel to their long axis resulting in 20 specimens per group. Confocal microscopy was used to assess the penetration depths of the sealers at three sites for each specimen (coronal, middle and apical). Data were analysed statistically using Stata Release 9.1. RESULTS The penetration depth of RealSeal in each one of the thirds of the root canal was found to be higher than that of Tubliseal (P < 0.05). The penetration depths of the two sealers was found to be significantly different (P = 0.001). The mean penetration value for the RealSeal group was 908.8 microm whereas the mean value for the Tubliseal group was 139.5 microm. CONCLUSIONS The penetration depth of RealSeal into the root dentinal tubules is significantly greater than that of Tubliseal.
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- D V Patel
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, King's College, London, UK
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Kho P, Baumgartner JC. A Comparison of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of NaOCl/Biopure MTAD versus NaOCl/EDTA against Enterococcus faecalis. J Endod 2006; 32:652-5. [PMID: 16793474 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2005.11.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2005] [Revised: 11/09/2005] [Accepted: 11/09/2005] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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The purpose of this investigation was to compare the antimicrobial efficacy of irrigating with 1.3% NaOCl/Biopure MTAD versus irrigation with 5.25% NaOCl/15% EDTA in the apical 5 mm of roots infected with Enterococcus faecalis. Bilaterally matched human teeth were sterilized and inoculated with E. faecalis. After chemomechanical root canal preparation, the root-ends were resected and pulverized in liquid nitrogen to expose E. faecalis in dentinal tubules or other recesses away from the main root canal system. The number of colony forming units (CFU) of E. faecalis per mg was determined from the pulverized root-ends. No significant differences were seen (t = 0.70, p = 0.495) between the number of colony forming units of E. faecalis for teeth irrigated with 5.25% NaOCl/15% EDTA (mean 131 +/- 291 CFU/mg) versus those teeth irrigated with 1.3% NaOCl/Biopure MTAD (mean 187 +/- 237 CFU/mg). This study demonstrated that there is no difference in antimicrobial efficacy for irrigation with 5.25% NaOCl/15% EDTA versus irrigation with 1.3% NaOCl/Biopure MTAD in the apical 5 mm of roots infected with E. faecalis.
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- Patricia Kho
- Oregon Health and Science University, OHSU School of Dentistry, Portland, 97201, USA
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Grande NM, Plotino G, Falanga A, Pomponi M, Somma F. Interaction between EDTA and sodium hypochlorite: a nuclear magnetic resonance analysis. J Endod 2006; 32:460-4. [PMID: 16631849 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2005.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2005] [Revised: 07/30/2005] [Accepted: 08/01/2005] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Recent studies detected erosion of the dentinal walls following the use of EDTA as a final flush. Several authors have studied degradation of EDTA and it appears to be caused by an oxidation reaction. The objective of this paper was to verify through nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analysis if the oxidizing property of sodium hypochlorite inactivates EDTA. Solutions of sodium hypochlorite and EDTA were analyzed. EDTA tracing and the appearance of new signals indicative of by-products of the reaction, were studied at different time intervals with a NMR analysis. The tracings of NMR analysis confirmed that the reaction between sodium hypochlorite and EDTA lead to a very slow but progressive degradation of this compound. Mindful of the limitations of an in vitro study, the results of this study nevertheless demonstrated that a final flush with sodium hypochlorite cannot limit the chelating effects of EDTA in a clinically realistic time period.
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Tay FR, Hosoya Y, Loushine RJ, Pashley DH, Weller RN, Low DCY. Ultrastructure of Intraradicular Dentin After Irrigation with BioPure MTAD. II. The Consequence of Obturation with an Epoxy Resin-Based Sealer. J Endod 2006; 32:473-7. [PMID: 16631852 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2005.10.054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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In addition to an initial report on the creation of thick demineralized collagen matrices in root dentin that were irrigated with BioPure MTAD or EDTA as final rinses for 5 minutes, this study examined the effect of a 2-minute irrigation time of these final irrigants on the extent of demineralization of intact intraradicular dentin and on interfacial nanoleakage after obturation with AH Plus and gutta-percha using warm vertical compaction. Transmission electron microscopy confirmed that the reduction in irrigation time did not compromise the smear layer removing capacity of these two irrigants when 1.3% NaOCl was employed as the initial rinse. BioPure MTAD created 5 to 6 microm thick demineralized dentin matrices, while 17% EDTA produced 1 to 2 microm thick matrices that were suboptimally infiltrated by the epoxy resin-based sealer, as manifested by the occurrence of silver tracer deposits within the hybrid layers.
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- Franklin R Tay
- Department of Oral Biology and Maxillofacial Pathology, School of Dentistry, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, 30912, USA
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Tay FR, Mazzoni A, Pashley DH, Day TE, Ngoh EC, Breschi L. Potential Iatrogenic Tetracycline Staining of Endodontically Treated Teeth via NaOCl/MTAD Irrigation: A Preliminary Report. J Endod 2006; 32:354-8. [PMID: 16554211 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2005.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2005] [Revised: 11/13/2005] [Accepted: 11/16/2005] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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This study reported red-purple staining of light-exposed, root-treated dentin when root canals were rinsed with 1.3% NaOCl as initial rinse followed by the use of BioPure MTAD as final rinse. This intrinsic dentin staining occurred irrespective of whether the root canals were filled, and could be observed even in crown dentin when the latter was sequentially immersed in NaOCl and MTAD. Bench-top reproductions of the phenomenon revealed that the exothermic reaction is not an acid-base reaction. Conversely, the reaction is of a redox nature that highly resembled the previously reported mechanism of tetracycline staining, in which photo-oxidation of tetracycline resulted in a red-purple tetracycline degradation product that has a high affinity for hydroxyapatite. This photo-oxidative degradation process is probably triggered by the use of NaOCl as an oxidizing agent, and may be prevented by rinsing the NaOCl-treated dentin with ascorbic acid, a reducing agent, before the application of MTAD.
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- Franklin R Tay
- Department of Oral Biology and Maxillofacial Pathology, School of Dentistry, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA 30912-1129, USA.
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Sadr Lahijani MS, Raoof Kateb HR, Heady R, Yazdani D. The effect of German chamomile (Marticaria recutita L.) extract and tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia L.) oil used as irrigants on removal of smear layer: a scanning electron microscopy study. Int Endod J 2006; 39:190-5. [PMID: 16507072 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2006.01073.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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AIM To compare the cleaning effectiveness of chamomile hydroalcoholic extract and tea tree oil to 2.5% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) solution as an intracanal irrigant for the removal of the smear layer. METHODOLOGY Forty extracted, single-rooted, mature, permanent, human teeth were allocated at random into one of three experimental groups of ten teeth and two control groups of five teeth. For each tooth, the pulp chamber was accessed and the canal prepared using K-type files and Gates-Glidden burs, using a step-back technique; the apical stop was prepared to a size 30. Each canal was subsequently irrigated with one of the following solutions: distilled water (as a negative control), 2.5% NaOCl + 17% ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid (EDTA) (as a positive control), chamomile or tea tree oil or 2.5% NaOCl. Each tooth was split longitudinally and prepared for examination by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The quantity of smear layer remaining on the three levels of each canal (coronal, middle and apical) was examined using magnifications of 2000 and 5000x. The data were analysed using nonparametric Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney U-tests. RESULTS The most effective removal of smear layer occurred with the use of NaOCl with a final rinse of 17% EDTA (negative control) followed by the use of a chamomile extract. Chamomile extract was found to be significantly more effective than distilled water and tea tree oil (P < 0.008). The use of a 2.5% NaOCl solution alone, without EDTA and that of tea tree oil, was found to have only minor effects. There was no statistical difference between distilled water, 2.5% NaOCl and tea tree oil. CONCLUSIONS The efficacy of chamomile to remove smear layer was superior to NaOCl alone but less than NaOCl combined with EDTA.
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- M S Sadr Lahijani
- Research School of Biological Science, Australian National University.
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KISHEN ANIL. Mechanisms and risk factors for fracture predilection in endodontically treated teeth. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2006. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1601-1546.2006.00201.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 197] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Pizzo G, Giammanco GM, Cumbo E, Nicolosi G, Gallina G. In vitro antibacterial activity of endodontic sealers. J Dent 2006; 34:35-40. [PMID: 15907357 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2005.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2004] [Revised: 02/26/2005] [Accepted: 03/01/2005] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the antibacterial activity of four endodontic sealers: one epoxy resin sealer (AH Plus), two zinc oxide eugenol (ZOE)-based sealers (Endomèthasone, Pulp Canal Sealer), and one sealer containing both ZOE and orthophenilphenol (Vcanalare). METHODS A direct contact test (DCT) was performed. A 10 microl suspension of Enterococcus faecalis was placed on the test material 20 min, 24 h and 7 days after mixing. Bacteria were allowed to directly contact the sealers for 1h at 37 degrees C. Bacterial growth was then spectrophotometrically measured every 30 min for 7 h, and again after 24 h as well. RESULTS All freshly mixed sealers showed complete inhibition of bacterial growth. Similar results were obtained with the 24-h-old samples, with the exception of AH Plus. Vcanalare was the only sealer still inhibiting bacterial growth 7 days after mixing. CONCLUSIONS The antimicrobial activity of the tested sealers depends on the time interval between mixing and testing. All sealers exhibit bactericidal effect when freshly mixed, but only Vcanalare extended this effect until 7 days after setting.
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- Giuseppe Pizzo
- Department of Oral Sciences, University of Palermo, Via del Vespro 129, 90127 Palermo, Italy.
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Mamatha Y, Ballal S, Gopikrishna V, Kandaswamy D. Comparison of sodium hypochlorite and edta irrigants with an indigenous solution as an alternative to mtad. J Conserv Dent 2006. [DOI: 10.4103/0972-0707.41309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Santos C, Sousa-Neto MD, Alfredo E, Guerisoli DMZ, Pecora JD, Comelli Lia RF. Morphologic Evaluation of the Radicular Dentine Irradiated with Nd:YAG Laser Under Different Parameters and Angles of Incidence. Photomed Laser Surg 2005; 23:590-5. [PMID: 16356153 DOI: 10.1089/pho.2005.23.590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this research was to evaluate, under the scanning electron microscope, the role of different parameters and angles of incidence of the Nd:YAG laser on the morphology of the radicular dentine. BACKGROUND DATA Irradiation of dentine with Nd:YAG laser removes smear layer and promotes its fusion and recrystallization, thus decreasing permeability. METHODS Forty-eight human maxillary canines were randomly divided in four groups of 12 teeth each, according to the following parameters of irradiation: 1 Wand 10 Hz; 1 Wand 20 Hz; 3 Wand 10 Hz; 3 Wand 20 Hz. Two teeth of each group were split longitudinally and the laser was applied perpendicularly to the root canal. Specimens were observed under the SEM, and the morphological alterations in dentine were recorded. RESULTS The increase of power and frequency of the laser produced more structures that characterize the irradiation of dentine by Nd:YAG laser, such as globular formations, melting and glazing, and ebullitions. Such structures were especially frequent when 3 Wand 20 pps were used as parameters. The removal of the smear layer produced root canals with more dentinal tubules visible under the SEM. CONCLUSIONS The increase in power and frequency of the Nd:YAG laser irradiation produced more visible morphological alterations than the lower settings. The removal of the smear layer increased the number of visible dentinal tubule openings.
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Sum CP, Neo J, Kishen A. What We Leave Behind In Root Canals After Endodontic Treatment: Some Issues and Concerns. AUST ENDOD J 2005; 31:94-100. [PMID: 16392730 DOI: 10.1111/j.1747-4477.2005.tb00312.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The benefits of using sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) and ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) as endodontic irrigants, and calcium hydroxide as an inter-appointment medicament, are well known to dentists. Many steps undertaken during endodontic treatment and retreatment are rather mechanical in nature, and less attention is committed to understanding the biological issues underlying endodontic treatment and retreatment. It should be noted that dentine is the fundamental substrate in endodontic treatment, and its properties and characteristics are the key determinant of nearly all disease and post-disease processes in the teeth. In this article the effects and counter-effects of NaOCl and EDTA on root canal dentine, and some other related issues are reviewed. This information will enable clinicians to use the beneficial effects of these chemicals, while necessary steps are considered to reduce their harmful effects on dentine substrate.
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- Chee Peng Sum
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, National University of Singapore.
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Girard S, Paqué F, Badertscher M, Sener B, Zehnder M. Assessment of a gel-type chelating preparation containing 1-hydroxyethylidene-1, 1-bisphosphonate. Int Endod J 2005; 38:810-6. [PMID: 16218973 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2005.01021.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM To test an aqueous gel containing 1-hydroxyethylidene-1, 1-bisphosphonate (HEBP) regarding its interactions with sodium hypochlorite, its calcium binding capacity, and its potential in preventing the formation of a smear layer when used in conjunction with rotary root canal preparation. METHODOLOGY The experimental aqueous gel consisted of (w/v) 2% alginate, 3% aerosil, 10% Tween 80 and 18% HEBP. Interactions of gel components with hypochlorite were assessed using iodometric titration and monochromatic ultraviolet spectrometry. Two commercial paste-type chelators containing ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) and peroxide (RC-Prep and Glyde) served as controls. Calcium-binding capacities were measured in mixtures with a Ca2+ standard solution buffered at pH 10 using a calcium-selective measuring chain. Finally, root canals of 16 extracted single-rooted premolars per group were instrumented using ProFile instruments dipped in the experimental gel, RC-Prep, or nothing. Additionally, canals were rinsed with 10 mL of a 1% NaOCl solution during/after preparation. Smear scores in instrumented teeth were monitored using scanning electron microscopy. RESULTS None of the experimental gel components showed short-term interactions with hypochlorite, whilst EDTA, peroxide, RC-Prep and Glyde immediately reduced the hypochlorite in solution. The experimental gel chelated 30 mg Ca2+ g-1, compared with 16 mg Ca2+ g-1 and 11 mg Ca2+ g-1 chelated by RC-Prep and Glyde respectively. Smear scores obtained with the experimental gel were significantly (P<0.05) lower than with RC-Prep in coronal and middle root thirds, whilst no differences were observed in apical root thirds. CONCLUSIONS Under the conditions of this study, an HEBP gel appeared advantageous over currently available products.
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- S Girard
- Department of Preventive Dentistry, Periodontology, and Cariology, University of Zürich Center for Dental Medicine, Zürich, Switzerland
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Ates M, Akdeniz BG, Sen BH. The effect of calcium chelating or binding agents on Candida albicans. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2005; 100:626-30. [PMID: 16243251 DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2005.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2004] [Revised: 03/04/2005] [Accepted: 03/10/2005] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate antifungal effects of calcium-chelating or -binding agents on Candida albicans comparing with conventional antifungal agents. STUDY DESIGN Two clinical oral isolates and 1 standard strain of C albicans were included in the study. Test solutions were ethylenediamine-tetraacetic acid (EDTA), ethyleneglycol-tetraacetic acid (EGTA), sodium fluoride (NaF), titanium tetrafluoride (TiF4), nystatin, and ketoconazole. Minimum inhibitory and fungicidal concentrations of the solutions were determined. The results were analyzed statistically using Friedman's nonparametric 2-way ANOVA and Mann-Whitney U tests. RESULTS All isolates demonstrated similar susceptibility patterns (P>.05). Except ketoconazole, EDTA had the highest antifungal and fungicidal activity, followed by TiF4. EGTA and NaF were the weakest agents against C albicans among all test solutions. CONCLUSION EDTA and TiF4 may be recommended as an alternative irrigating solution particularly in persistent root canal infections and in root canals of patients having a high incidence of oral candidosis.
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- Mustafa Ates
- Department of Biology, Division of Basic and Industrial Microbiology, School of Science, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey
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The aim of this study was to assess interactions of EDTA and citric acid (CA) with sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), the indispensable endodontic irrigant. Other chelators were simultaneously evaluated as possible alternatives: sodium triphosphate (STP), amino tris methylenephosphonic acid (ATMA), and 1- hydroxyethylidene-1, 1-bisphosphonate (HEBP). Available chlorine was titrated in chelator-NaOCl solutions. All chelators other than HEBP and STP caused an almost complete, immediate loss of available chlorine in solution. Atomic absorbtion spectrometry and SEM evaluation of root canal walls of instrumented teeth indicated that NaOCl had no negative effect on calcium-complexing ability of chelators. STP was too weak a complexing agent to warrant further studies. Finally, CA-, EDTA-, and HEBP-NaOCl mixtures were evaluated for their antimicrobial capacity. Again, EDTA and CA negatively interfered with NaOCl, while HEBP did not.
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- Matthias Zehnder
- Department of Preventive Dentistry, Cariology, and Periodontology, Division of Endodontics, University of Zürich Center for Dental Medicine, Zürich, Switzerland.
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STROPKO JOHNJ, DOYON GLENE, GUTMANN JAMESL. Root-end management: resection, cavity preparation, and material placement. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2005. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1601-1546.2005.00158.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to compare levels of postoperative discomfort after cleaning and shaping of root canals using two protocols for removal of smear layer. Seventy-three consecutive patients requiring root canal treatment were included. At random, canals were cleaned and shaped with one of the following protocols. In group 1, 5.25% sodium hypochlorite was used as the root canal irrigant. The smear layer was removed by placing 17% EDTA in the canal(s) for 1 min followed by a 5-ml rinse with 5.25% NaOCl. In group 2, canals were irrigated with 1.3% NaOCl; the smear layer was removed by placing MTAD in the canal(s) for 5 min. Access cavities were closed with a sterile cotton pellet and Cavit. The patients recorded degree of discomfort at various time intervals after cleaning and shaping on a visual analogue scale for 1 wk. No significant statistical difference was found in the degree of discomfort between the two groups (p = 0.58).
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- Mahmoud Torabinejad
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA 92350, USA.
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Gulabivala K, Patel B, Evans G, Ng YL. Effects of mechanical and chemical procedures on root canal surfaces. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2005. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1601-1546.2005.00133.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 126] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Perez F, Rouqueyrol-Pourcel N. Effect of a low-concentration EDTA solution on root canal walls: a scanning electron microscopic study. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL RADIOLOGY, AND ENDODONTICS 2005; 99:383-7. [PMID: 15716850 DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2004.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/01/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to evaluate, in vitro, the ability of an 8% EDTA solution to remove debris and smear produced during root canal preparation. STUDY DESIGN Single-rooted human teeth were used for this experiment. All root canals were instrumented in a similar fashion and irrigated with a 3.5% NaOCl solution. The teeth were divided into 6 groups. According to the groups, various final flushes were performed with a 15% or 8% EDTA solution for 1 or 3 min and with or without saline rinsing. After preparation, roots were separated into 3 thirds and each third was observed by SEM. Debris (D) and root canal smear (S) was evaluated twice. RESULTS The results were subjected to ANOVA. The D and S scores for all test groups were statistically different from the control group without EDTA flush (P = .0001). The lowest D and S scores were obtained by a 3 min rinse with 8% EDTA solution and a statistical difference was observed in the apical third (P < .05). CONCLUSION Under these in vitro conditions, 3 min 8% EDTA irrigation is as effective as 1 min 15% EDTA irrigation.
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- Fabienne Perez
- Faculty of Odontology, Department of Endodontics, University of Bordeaux, France.
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Mello I, Robazza CRC, Antoniazzi JH. Influence of Er: YAG laser irradiation on apical sealing of four different sealers. Braz Dent J 2004; 15:190-3. [PMID: 15798821 DOI: 10.1590/s0103-64402004000300005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The sealing of the root canal system is of fundamental importance for successful endodontic treatment. To obtain an adequate apical seal, many factors must be considered such as the presence of smear layer and the sealer applied. After canal preparation, this layer must be removed because it prevents close contact between the dentinal walls and the sealing material. The goal of this study was to evaluate the sealing ability of four different sealers after smear layer removal with either 17% EDTA-T irrigation or Er:YAG laser irradiation of 46 teeth. The canals were sealed with four different sealers: Sealapex, Ketac Endo, AH Plus and N-Rickert. The method for smear layer removal did not influence apical sealing. AH Plus and N-Rickert allowed less dye leakage when compared to Sealapex and Ketac Endo.
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- Isabel Mello
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Foschi F, Nucci C, Montebugnoli L, Marchionni S, Breschi L, Malagnino VA, Prati C. SEM evaluation of canal wall dentine following use of Mtwo and ProTaper NiTi rotary instruments. Int Endod J 2004; 37:832-9. [PMID: 15548274 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2004.00887.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 101] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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AIM To compare using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) root canal walls following instrumentation in vitro with two different rotary NiTi instruments. The hypothesis was that no difference should be observable between the experimental groups in terms of debris on canal walls and surface morphology. METHODOLOGY Twenty-four single-rooted human teeth were selected. Two types of NiTi instruments were used, Mtwo (Sweden & Martina, Padova, Italy) and ProTaper (Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland). Irrigation for both groups was performed after each instrument change with 5% NaOCl, 3% H2O2 and 17% EDTA solutions. Three different areas (coronal, middle and apical thirds) of the root canal were evaluated using SEM. The canal wall of each sample was assessed and compared using a predefined scale of four parameters, namely, smear layer, pulpal debris, inorganic dentine debris, surface profile. Data were analysed statistically using the Kruskal-Wallis test (anova). RESULTS A statistically significant difference (P < 0.01) was found between the apical third and the middle and coronal thirds for both groups. No difference was observable between instrumentation groups. In the apical third canal walls were often contaminated by inorganic debris and by smear layer. In the apical third, the surface profile was affected by uninstrumented regions, comprising dentine depressions and grooves in which predentine was still visible. CONCLUSION Both instruments produced a clean and debris-free dentine surfaces in the coronal and middle thirds, but were unable to produce a dentine surfaces free from smear layer and debris in the apical third. The presence of deep grooves and depression on dentine walls in the apical third may well explain the presence of less-instrumented areas.
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- F Foschi
- Endodontic Unit, Department of Dental Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of smear-layer removal using MTAD on coronal leakage of obturated root canals using a dye-leakage test. Fifty, extracted, single-rooted, human teeth were cleaned and shaped and divided into 5 equal groups of 10 each. The smear layer in groups 1 to 3 was left intact. The smear layer in groups 4 and 5 was removed using 17% EDTA or MTAD, respectively. After obturation of root canals, the access opening to each canal was filled with India ink for 48 h. The depth of coronal-dye penetration was measured using the Sigmascan software. ANOVA showed statistically significant differences among the groups (p < 0.05). Samples treated with MTAD yielded significantly less leakage than samples treated with sodium hypochlorite. The amount of dye penetration was not statistically different between teeth treated with MTAD or EDTA (p = 0.062).
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- Dong Sung Park
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, The Institute of Oral Health Science, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan, University School of Medicine
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Naenni N, Thoma K, Zehnder M. Soft Tissue Dissolution Capacity of Currently Used and Potential Endodontic Irrigants. J Endod 2004; 30:785-7. [PMID: 15505511 DOI: 10.1097/00004770-200411000-00009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 167] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Necrotic soft-tissue remnants in root canals may provide a source of nutrition for surviving microbiota after root-canal therapy. This study assessed the necrotic tissue dissolution capacity of some popular and some potential root-canal irrigants: 1% (wt/vol) sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), 10% chlorhexidine, 3% and 30% hydrogen peroxide, 10% peracetic acid, 5% dichloroisocyanurate (NaDCC), and 10% citric acid. Standardized necrotic tissue samples obtained from pig palates were incubated in these solutions, and their weight loss was measured over time. None of the test solutions except sodium hypochlorite had any substantial tissue dissolution capacity. It was concluded that this might be important when considering the use of irrigants other than NaOCl.
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- Nadja Naenni
- Division of Endodontics, Department of Preventive Dentistry, Cariology, and Periodontology, University of Zürich Center for Dental Medicine, Zürich, Switzerland
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With the rapid development of laser technology, new lasers with a wide range of characteristics are now available and being used in various fields of dentistry. In the past two decades, much experience and knowledge has been gained. This article provides an overview of the current and possible future clinical applications of lasers in endodontics, including their use in alleviating dentinal hypersensitivity, modification of the dentin structure, pulp diagnosis, pulp capping and pulpotomy, cleaning and shaping of the root canal system, and endodontic surgery. Endodontic procedures for which conventional treatments cannot provide comparable results or are less effective are emphasized.
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- Adam Stabholz
- Izador I Cabakoff Center for Advanced and Continuing Education in Dentistry, The Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Dental Medicine, P.O. Box 12272, Jerusalem 91120, Israel.
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Hülsmann M, Heckendorff M, Lennon A. Chelating agents in root canal treatment: mode of action and indications for their use. Int Endod J 2003; 36:810-30. [PMID: 14641420 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2003.00754.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 275] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Chelating agents were introduced into endodontics as an aid for the preparation of narrow and calcified root canals in 1957 by Nygaard-Østby. A liquid solution of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) was thought to chemically soften the root canal dentine and dissolve the smear layer, as well as to increase dentine permeability. Although the efficacy of EDTA preparations in softening root dentine has been debated, chelator preparations have regained popularity recently. Almost all manufacturers of nickel-titanium instruments recommend their use as a lubricant during rotary root canal preparation. Additionally, a final irrigation of the root canal with 15-17% EDTA solutions to dissolve the smear layer is recommended in many textbooks. This paper reviews the relevant literature on chelating agents, presents an overview of the chemical and pharmacological properties of EDTA preparations and makes recommendations for their clinical use.
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- M Hülsmann
- Department of Operative Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany.
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Machnick TK, Torabinejad M, Munoz CA, Shabahang S. Effect of MTAD on Flexural Strength and Modulus of Elasticity of Dentin. J Endod 2003; 29:747-50. [PMID: 14651283 DOI: 10.1097/00004770-200311000-00015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of MTAD on the flexural strength and modulus of elasticity of dentin. Dentin bars were randomly assigned to eight groups treated with various concentrations of NaOCl (5.25%, 2.65%, 1.31%, 0.66%), 17% EDTA, MTAD, saline, or according to a clinical protocol with 1.3% NaOCl and then 5 min of MTAD. Specimens were subjected to flexural strength and modulus of elasticity tests. Two-sample t test (alpha = 0.05) showed no statistically significant differences between various groups except for a reduction in flexural strength for the 2-h MTAD group (p = 0.002) and the EDTA group (p = 0.002). A significant reduction of modulus of elasticity for the 2-h MTAD group (p < 0.001), EDTA group (p < 0.001), and 0.6% NaOCl (p < 0.002) also was noted. There was no significant difference in flexural strength and modulus of elasticity between the dentin bars exposed to saline or MTAD when applied according to the clinical protocol (p > 0.05). These results indicate that MTAD can be used as prescribed for clinical use without affecting the physical properties of the dentin.
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- Tanya K Machnick
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University, CA 92350, USA
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Previous studies have shown that MTAD (a mixture of a tetracycline isomer, an acid, and a detergent) is an effective antibacterial irrigant as a final rinse to remove the smear layer from the instrumented surface of root canals. In this investigation we examined the cytotoxicity of MTAD compared with that of commonly used irrigants and medications. L929 fibroblasts were grown on cell culture plates and were placed in contact with various concentrations of test irrigants and medications. The cytotoxicity of these materials was evaluated 24 h after incubation using MTT assay. Means and standard deviations of absorbance were calculated for each group and statistically analyzed to determine presence or absence of significant difference between the means. The 50% inhibitory dose values were calculated, ranked, and statistically analyzed using the sign interval for median. Based on our results it seems that MTAD is less cytotoxic than eugenol, 3% H2O2, Ca(OH)2 paste, 5.25% NaOCl, Peridex, and EDTA and more cytotoxic than 2.63%, 1.31%, and 0.66% NaOCl.
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- Wu Zhang
- Center for Dental Research, Loma Linda University, CA 92350, USA
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The purpose of this study was to compare the ability of a mixture of a tetracycline isomer, an acid, and a detergent (MTAD) with that of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCI) to disinfect human root canals that had been contaminated with whole saliva. One hundred and thirty-two root canals of extracted human teeth were cleaned and shaped using the passive step-back technique and rotary NiTi files. The smear layer was removed, and the teeth were autoclaved. Six autoclaved samples were transferred to sterile broth without contamination with saliva to serve as negative controls. Whole saliva was used to contaminate the root canals of the rest of the samples for 48 h. Six of these contaminated samples were irrigated with Brain Heart Infusion (BHI) broth and served as positive controls. The rest of the contaminated specimens were then divided into two experimental groups of 60 teeth each. In one group, the canals were irrigated with 1 ml MTAD, and the samples were immersed in 2 ml of the same solution for 5 min. In the second group, the specimens were similarly treated with 5.25% NaOCl. All samples were washed in BHI broth and then placed in another tube containing BHI broth and incubated for 96 h. Disinfection of the samples was determined based on presence or absence of turbidity in the broth 96 h later. Twenty-three of 60 teeth treated with NaOCl remained infected. Only one of 60 teeth treated with MTAD remained infected. Statistical analysis of the data using the Chi-square test showed a significant difference between the two groups (p < 0.0001).
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Torabinejad M, Shabahang S, Aprecio RM, Kettering JD. The antimicrobial effect of MTAD: an in vitro investigation. J Endod 2003; 29:400-3. [PMID: 12814224 DOI: 10.1097/00004770-200306000-00005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 132] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Pulp and periradicular diseases are of microbial origin. To effectively clean the root canal system a disinfecting agent must be able to penetrate into difficult-to-reach areas and kill microorganisms with minimal damage to the host tissues. The purpose of this investigation was to test the ability of a mixture of a tetracycline isomer, an acid, and a detergent (MTAD) to kill Enterococcus faecalis and compare its efficacy to that of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) and ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid (EDTA). The zones of inhibition and minimum inhibitory concentrations were measured for these solutions. Measurement of zones of inhibition and determination of the minimum inhibitory concentrations showed that MTAD is as effective as 5.25% NaOCl and significantly more effective than EDTA (p < 0.0001). Furthermore, MTAD is significantly more effective in killing E. faecalis than NaOCl when the solutions are diluted (p < 0.0001). Measurement of the minimum inhibitory concentrations demonstrated that although MTAD is still effective in killing E. faecalis at 200x dilution, NaOCl ceases to exert its antibacterial activity beyond 32x dilution. EDTA did not exhibit any antibacterial activity. Based on the results of this study, it seems that MTAD is an effective solution in eradicating E. faecalis.
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Beltz RE, Torabinejad M, Pouresmail M. Quantitative analysis of the solubilizing action of MTAD, sodium hypochlorite, and EDTA on bovine pulp and dentin. J Endod 2003; 29:334-7. [PMID: 12775005 DOI: 10.1097/00004770-200305000-00004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 81] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Necrotic bovine pulp and dentin were used in this study as model tissues to represent the organic and inorganic components of the smear layer present in instrumented root canals. The capabilities of endodontic irrigants to dissolve pulverized forms of these tissues were compared. Lyophilized tissue samples were mixed for 2 h at 37 degrees C with MTAD, three concentrations of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), 17% EDTA, or isotonic saline. Undissolved tissues were rinsed with water and lyophilized. The change in tissue weight after exposure to an irrigant was measured to quantify solubilization. The results showed that various concentrations of NaOCl removed organic components of pulp and dentin effectively. As pulp solubilizers 5.25% and 2.60% NaOCl were equal (>90%), and 5.25% NaOCl was capable of dissolving virtually the entire organic component of dentin. EDTA was capable of solubilizing inorganic material in dentin and organic material in pulp and likely also in dentin. It dissolved >70% of the dentin and >51% of the pulp. The solubilizing effects of MTAD on pulp and dentin were somewhat similar to those of EDTA. The major difference between the actions of these solutions was a high binding affinity of doxycycline present in MTAD for the dentin.
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- Richard E Beltz
- Division of Biochemistry, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University, CA 92350, USA
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Torabinejad M, Cho Y, Khademi AA, Bakland LK, Shabahang S. The effect of various concentrations of sodium hypochlorite on the ability of MTAD to remove the smear layer. J Endod 2003; 29:233-9. [PMID: 12701769 DOI: 10.1097/00004770-200304000-00001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 146] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Various organic acids, ultrasonic instruments, and lasers have been used to remove the smear layer from the surface of instrumented root canals. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of various concentrations of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) as an intracanal irrigant before the use of MTAD (a mixture of a tetracycline isomer, an acid, and a detergent) as a final rise to remove the smear layer. Ten operators, using a combination of passive step-back and rotary 0.04 taper, nickel-titanium files, prepared 80 single- and multirooted human teeth. Distilled water, four different concentrations of NaOCl, or MTAD was used as intracanal irrigant. The canals were then treated for 2 min with 5 ml of one of the following solutions as a final rinse: 5.25% NaOCl, sterile distilled water, 17% EDTA, or MTAD. The presence or absence of smear layer and the amount of erosion on the surface of the root canal walls at the coronal, middle, and apical portion of each canal were examined under a scanning electron microscope. The results show that although MTAD removes most of the smear layer when used as an intracanal irrigant, some remnants of the organic component of the smear layer remain scattered on the surface of the root canal walls. The effectiveness of MTAD to completely remove the smear layer is enhanced when low concentrations of NaOCl are used as an intracanal irrigant before the use of MTAD as a final rinse. This regimen does not seem to significantly change the structure of the dentinal tubules.
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- Mahmoud Torabinejad
- Endodontic Residency Program, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University, CA 92350, USA
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Torabinejad M, Khademi AA, Babagoli J, Cho Y, Johnson WB, Bozhilov K, Kim J, Shabahang S. A new solution for the removal of the smear layer. J Endod 2003; 29:170-5. [PMID: 12669874 DOI: 10.1097/00004770-200303000-00002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 318] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Various organic acids, ultrasonic instruments, and lasers have been used to remove the smear layer from the surface of instrumented root canals. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of a mixture of a tetracycline isomer, an acid, and a detergent (MTAD) as a final rinse on the surface of instrumented root canals. Forty-eight extracted maxillary and mandibular single-rooted human teeth were prepared by using a combination of passive step-back and rotary 0.04 taper nickel-titanium files. Sterile distilled water or 5.25% sodium hypochlorite was used as intracanal irrigant. The canals were then treated with 5 ml of one of the following solutions as a final rinse: sterile distilled water, 5.25% sodium hypochlorite, 17% EDTA, or a new solution, MTAD. The presence or absence of smear layer and the amount of erosion on the surface of the root canal walls at the coronal, middle, and apical portion of each canal were examined under a scanning electron microscope. The results show that MTAD is an effective solution for the removal of the smear layer and does not significantly change the structure of the dentinal tubules when canals are irrigated with sodium hypochlorite and followed with a final rinse of MTAD.
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- Mahmoud Torabinejad
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University, CA 92350, USA
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