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Kahler B, Lu J, Taha NA. Regenerative endodontic treatment and traumatic dental injuries. Dent Traumatol 2024. [PMID: 38989999 DOI: 10.1111/edt.12979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2024] [Revised: 06/07/2024] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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Pulp necrosis is the most common complication following dental trauma and is often associated with apical periodontitis. The management of these teeth is challenging in terms of large root canals, open apices, thin dentinal walls, and short roots. Over decades the conventional treatment for these teeth was calcium hydroxide apexification, a time-consuming procedure despite high success rates. Subsequently after the introduction of mineral trioxide aggregate and hydraulic calcium silicate materials single visit apical plug procedures became increasingly practiced with comparable success rates to the conventional apexification. The search continued afterward for a clinical procedure that may stimulate further root development and apical closure to avoid the long-term complication of root fracture after apexification. Regenerative procedures using stem cells derived from the apical papilla and blood clots as scaffolds were then introduced for the management of immature teeth, with variable protocols and success rates. This review will cover the evidence available and current position of regenerative endodontic procedures in traumatized immature teeth with apical periodontitis, in terms of clinical protocols, outcome, and potential prognostic factors.
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- Bill Kahler
- Department of Restorative and Reconstructive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Sydney, Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia
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- Fujian Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Conservative Dentistry Department, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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Farhadian A, Issa MA, Kingsley K, Sullivan V. Analysis of Pediatric Pulpotomy, Pulpectomy, and Extractions in Primary Teeth Revealed No Significant Association with Subsequent Root Canal Therapy and Extractions in Permanent Teeth: A Retrospective Study. Pediatr Rep 2024; 16:438-450. [PMID: 38921703 PMCID: PMC11206693 DOI: 10.3390/pediatric16020038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2024] [Revised: 05/23/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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Recent evidence suggests that an ever-growing number of pediatric patients require invasive treatments such as root canal therapy (RCT) in their permanent dentition, albeit with little information about risk factors such as prior invasive treatments of pulpotomy or pulpectomy in their primary dentition. Therefore, the primary objectives of this study were to determine the number of pediatric patients who have had any type of invasive treatment in their primary teeth, to assess their association with any subsequent invasive treatment (root canal therapy, extractions) in their permanent dentition, and to assess these trends over time. This retrospective study utilized summary data from a clinical pediatric patient pool (ages 0-17) over the period of 2013-2022. This analysis revealed that pediatric patients requiring pulpotomies and pulpectomies in primary dentition declined between 2013 (n = 417, n = 156) and 2022 (n = 250, n = 12), while root canal therapy (RCT) in permanent dentition increased six-fold from n = 54 to n = 330. In addition, few (7.8%) patients with RCT had a previous history of pulpotomy or pulpectomy, which suggests that invasive treatments performed in primary dentition have no direct association with the subsequent need for invasive treatments in permanent dentition, although more research is needed to determine the explanations for these observations.
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- Arash Farhadian
- Department of Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 1700 West Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89106, USA (V.S.)
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, School of Dental Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 1700 West Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89106, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Dental Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 1001 Shadow Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89106, USA
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- Department of Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 1700 West Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89106, USA (V.S.)
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Abdellatif D, Iandolo A, De Benedetto G, Giordano F, Mancino D, Euvrard E, Pisano M. Pulp regeneration treatment using different bioactive materials in permanent teeth of pediatric subjects. JOURNAL OF CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY AND ENDODONTICS 2024; 27:458-484. [PMID: 38939542 PMCID: PMC11205167 DOI: 10.4103/jcde.jcde_140_24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2024] [Revised: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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Background and Objectives The present systematic review aims to assess the success rate of the pulp regeneration treatment, according to the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) criteria, using different bioactive materials in permanent teeth of pediatric subjects (6-17 years of age). Materials and Methods The study protocol was registered on PROSPERO and adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses statement. The question formulation was accomplished using the PICO model, and an electronic search was carried out on Scopus, MEDLINE/PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane databases till April 1, 2023. A total of 30 studies were established to fulfill the inclusion criteria of this systematic review. Results A total of 273 teeth have been treated with pulp regeneration treatment. By comparing different biomaterials and the success criteria defined by the AAE, the material associated with a higher success rate was found to be the white mineral trioxide aggregate. However, the overall success rate of pulp regeneration treatment was reported for 248 out of 273 teeth (91.20%). Conclusions Data obtained support the potential that regenerative endodontics aids in continuing root development in permanent immature teeth. Further studies are needed for a more extensive evaluation of the use of different biomaterials and the success rate in regenerative endodontics.
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- Dina Abdellatif
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Faculty of Dental Surgery, Federation of Medicine Translational of Strasbourg and Federation of Materials and Nanoscience of Alsace, University of Strasbourg, Strasbourg, CHU Besançon, France
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- Service of Maxillofacial Surgery, Stomatology and Hospital Odontology, CHU Besançon, France
- Laboratoire Sinergies EA 4662, University of Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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Swaikat M, Faus-Matoses I, Zubizarreta-Macho Á, Ashkar I, Faus-Matoses V, Bellot-Arcís C, Iranzo-Cortés JE, Montiel-Company JM. Is Revascularization the Treatment of Choice for Traumatized Necrotic Immature Teeth? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Clin Med 2023; 12:2656. [PMID: 37048739 PMCID: PMC10095182 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12072656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2023] [Revised: 03/25/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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Regenerative endodontic treatment (RET) has been considered a reliable procedure to treat immature necrotic teeth; however, the effect of dental trauma on the prognosis of RET is questionable. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the current level of evidence for revascularization techniques (the RET) in the management of traumatized necrotic immature permanent teeth with or without periapical radiolucent areas. Four electronic databases-PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Embase-were searched until November 2022. Only randomized clinical trials, cohort studies, and case-control studies with a minimum of 10 cases and 12 months of follow-ups were included. The search identified 363 preliminary results. After discarding the duplicates and screening the titles, abstracts, and full texts, 13 articles were considered eligible. The results showed that RET techniques seemed to have high survival and success rates, 93.8% and 88.3%, respectively, in the treatment of traumatized necrotic immature permanent teeth. Root maturation with RET techniques seemed to be lower in traumatized teeth. Future studies are needed to evaluate root maturation in traumatized teeth using 3-dimensional radiographic evaluations. In addition, the lack of literature on the studies comparing RET and apexification (calcium hydroxide or an MTA) in the treatment of traumatized necrotic immature teeth highlights the necessity for high-level clinical studies comparing these treatment modalities.
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- Mohamad Swaikat
- Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain (J.M.M.-C.)
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- Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain (J.M.M.-C.)
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Salamanca, 37008 Salamanca, Spain
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- Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain (J.M.M.-C.)
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- Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain (J.M.M.-C.)
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- Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain (J.M.M.-C.)
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- Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain (J.M.M.-C.)
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- Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain (J.M.M.-C.)
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Neural Regeneration in Regenerative Endodontic Treatment: An Overview and Current Trends. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms232415492. [PMID: 36555133 PMCID: PMC9779866 DOI: 10.3390/ijms232415492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Revised: 11/24/2022] [Accepted: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Pulpal and periapical diseases are the most common dental diseases. The traditional treatment is root canal therapy, which achieves satisfactory therapeutic outcomes-especially for mature permanent teeth. Apexification, pulpotomy, and pulp revascularization are common techniques used for immature permanent teeth to accelerate the development of the root. However, there are obstacles to achieving functional pulp regeneration. Recently, two methods have been proposed based on tissue engineering: stem cell transplantation, and cell homing. One of the goals of functional pulp regeneration is to achieve innervation. Nerves play a vital role in dentin formation, nutrition, sensation, and defense in the pulp. Successful neural regeneration faces tough challenges in both animal studies and clinical trials. Investigation of the regeneration and repair of the nerves in the pulp has become a serious undertaking. In this review, we summarize the current understanding of the key stem cells, signaling molecules, and biomaterials that could promote neural regeneration as part of pulp regeneration. We also discuss the challenges in preclinical or clinical neural regeneration applications to guide deep research in the future.
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Expert consensus on regenerative endodontic procedures. Int J Oral Sci 2022; 14:55. [PMID: 36450715 PMCID: PMC9712432 DOI: 10.1038/s41368-022-00206-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2022] [Revised: 10/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Regenerative endodontic procedures (REPs) is a biologic-based treatment modality for immature permanent teeth diagnosed with pulp necrosis. The ultimate objective of REPs is to regenerate the pulp-dentin complex, extend the tooth longevity and restore the normal function. Scientific evidence has demonstrated the efficacy of REPs in promotion of root development through case reports, case series, cohort studies, and randomized controlled studies. However, variations in clinical protocols for REPs exist due to the empirical nature of the original protocols and rapid advancements in the research field of regenerative endodontics. The heterogeneity in protocols may cause confusion among dental practitioners, thus guidelines and considerations of REPs should be explicated. This expert consensus mainly discusses the biological foundation, the available clinical protocols and current status of REPs in treating immature teeth with pulp necrosis, as well as the main complications of this treatment, aiming at refining the clinical management of REPs in accordance with the progress of basic researches and clinical studies, suggesting REPs may become a more consistently evidence-based option in dental treatment.
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El-Hady AYA, Badr AES. The Efficacy of Advanced Platelet-rich Fibrin in Revascularization of Immature Necrotic Teeth. J Contemp Dent Pract 2022; 23:725-732. [DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3367] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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Galler KM, Akamp T, Knüttel H, Widbiller M. A critical analysis of clinical research methods to study regenerative endodontics. Int Endod J 2022; 55 Suppl 2:456-470. [PMID: 35338660 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13734] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2021] [Revised: 03/17/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Regenerative endodontic treatment such as revitalization provides a treatment option for immature teeth with pulp necrosis. The main difference to the alternative procedure, the apical plug, is the induction of a blood clot inside the canal as a scaffold for healing and new tissue formation. Due to the biology-based and minimally-invasive nature of the treatment, revitalization has raised considerable interest in recent years. Whereas the procedure is fairly new and recommendations from endodontic societies have been in place only for a few years, the treatment protocol has evolved over the past two decades. Evidence has been created, not only from laboratory and animal work, but also from clinical studies including case reports, cohort studies and eventually prospective randomized controlled clinical trials, systematic reviews and meta-analyses. However, the research methods and clinical studies with subsequent reports oftentimes present with methodical limitations, which makes it difficult to objectively assess the value of this treatment modality. Several open questions remain, including the need for a more differentiated indication of revitalization after different traumatic injuries, the long-term prognosis of treated teeth and the true benefits for the patient. Therefore, this review aims to identify and reflect on such limitations, scrutinizing study design, diagnostic tools, procedural details and outcome parameters. A core outcome set is also proposed in this context, which can be considered in future clinical investigations. These considerations may lead to a more detailed and stringent planning and execution of future studies in order to create high-quality evidence for the treatment modality of revitalization and thus provide more robust data, create a larger body of knowledge for clinicians and further specify current recommendations.
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- K M Galler
- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg, Erlangen
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
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- University Library, University of Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
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Jayadevan V, Gehlot PM, Manjunath V, Madhunapantula SV, Lakshmikanth JS. A comparative evaluation of Advanced Platelet-Rich Fibrin (A-PRF) and Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) as a Scaffold in Regenerative Endodontic Treatment of Traumatized Immature Non-vital permanent anterior teeth: A Prospective clinical study. J Clin Exp Dent 2021; 13:e463-e472. [PMID: 33981393 PMCID: PMC8106940 DOI: 10.4317/jced.57902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2020] [Accepted: 12/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background Regenerative endodontic treatment (RET) is a promising treatment alternative for traumatized immature non-vital teeth. Advanced platelet-rich fibrin (A-PRF) contains significantly more growth factors than Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) and has not been evaluated as a scaffold in RET. The aim of the present study was to evaluate and compare A-PRF and PRF as scaffolds in the RET concerning periapical healing, and root development of traumatized immature non-vital teeth.
Material and Methods In the present study, RET was performed on 30 traumatized immature non-vital maxillary incisors in 28 patients aged between 8-27 years. Minimal mechanical debridement and irrigation with 1.5% sodium hypochlorite and 17% ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid was performed. Canals were disinfected using modified triple antibiotic paste consisting of ciprofloxacin, metronidazole and cefaclor. Based on the type of scaffold, teeth were randomly assigned into A-PRF (n=15) and PRF groups (n=15). Periapical healing, apical response and quantitative root dimensions (length and thickness) were analyzed radiographically after 12 months follow-up.
Results Nineteen patients with 21 teeth (A-PRF n=11, PRF n=10) completed the follow-up and 9 patients were excluded. Clinically, patients in both the groups were asymptomatic. The survival rates for A-PRF and PRF were 78.5% and 77.5%, respectively. No statistically significant differences were detected between A-PRF and PRF regarding periapical healing and type of apical response (p& 0.05). The difference in the pre-operative and follow-up root thickness and root length in both A-PRF and PRF groups were statistically significant (p< 0.05).
Conclusions Based on short-term results of 13 months, both A-PRF and PRF can be used as scaffold in regenerative endodontic treatment of traumatized immature non-vital teeth. A-PRF could be recommended in such cases since it yielded more root dentin thickness which is crucial for reinforcing immature teeth. Key words:Regenerative endodontic treatment, dental trauma, Non-vital teeth, immature teeth, platelet-rich fibrin, advanced platelet-rich fibrin.
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- Veena Jayadevan
- BDS. Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics. JSS Dental College and Hospital. JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research. Sri Shivarathreeshwara Nagar. Mysuru- 570015, Karnataka, India
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- MDS. Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics. JSS Dental College and Hospital. JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research. Sri Shivarathreeshwara Nagar. Mysuru- 570015, Karnataka, India
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- MDS. Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics. JSS Dental College and Hospital. JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research. Sri Shivarathreeshwara Nagar. Mysuru- 570015, Karnataka, India
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- BSc, B.Ed, M.Sc, Ph.D. Department of Biochemistry. JSS Medical College and Hospital. JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research. Sri Shivarathreeshwara Nagar. Mysuru- 570015, Karnataka, India
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- M Pharm. Department of Pharmaceutics. JSS College of Pharmacy. JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research. Sri Shivarathreeshwara Nagar. Mysuru- 570015, Karnataka, India
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Yoshpe M, Kaufman AY, Lin S, Ashkenazi M. Regenerative endodontics: a promising tool to promote periapical healing and root maturation of necrotic immature permanent molars with apical periodontitis using platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2020; 22:527-534. [PMID: 33111235 DOI: 10.1007/s40368-020-00572-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2020] [Accepted: 10/10/2020] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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PURPOSE Currently, mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) apexification is recommended as the preferred treatment for permanent anterior immature necrotic teeth. Apexification treatment does not enable further development and maturation of the teeth, resulting in short roots with thin root canal walls, that often are prone to cervical fractures. This study presents the regenerative endodontic procedure (REP) as an alternative treatment for immature necrotic molars with apical periodontitis or a chronic apical abscess. REP enables periapical healing as well as root lengthening and widening of the dentinal root canal walls. CASE SERIES RESULTS Six immature first molars teeth (five mandibular, one maxillary) with apical periodontitis or chronic apical abscess were treated with REP. Patients underwent periodic follow-up visits every 3 months the first year and twice a year thereafter. The final clinical examination revealed no symptoms, no gingival pockets, and no sensitivity to percussion. Cold sensitivity tests were negative. Radiographs revealed full periapical healing in all the treated molars, remarkable root lengthening, and dentinal wall thickening. CONCLUSION REP with PRF is feasible and may have some advantages over MTA apexification since it facilitates root elongation, dentinal thickening of the root canals walls, and narrowing of the apical foramen.
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- M Yoshpe
- Endodontic Department, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Hebrew University-Hadassah, Jerusalem, Israel. .,Smile Medical Services Ltd., ha Prahim 28, Ashdod, Israel.
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- Department of Endodontology, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Department of Endodontics, School of Graduate Dentistry, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Graduate Dentistry, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel.,Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- Center of Oral and Dental Health, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel.,Pediatric Dentistry, Multidisciplinary Dental Clinic, Petach-Tikva, Israel
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ElSheshtawy AS, Nazzal H, El Shahawy OI, El Baz AA, Ismail SM, Kang J, Ezzat KM. The effect of platelet-rich plasma as a scaffold in regeneration/revitalization endodontics of immature permanent teeth assessed using 2-dimensional radiographs and cone beam computed tomography: a randomized controlled trial. Int Endod J 2020; 53:905-921. [PMID: 32249441 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2020] [Accepted: 03/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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AIM To assess the outcomes of platelet-rich plasma as a scaffold in regenerative/revitalization endodontics (RET) using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and 2-dimensional radiographs. METHODOLOGY Twenty-six healthy patients with mean age of 12.66 ± 4.47, and immature permanent anterior teeth with necrotic pulps, were randomly allocated to two groups, whereby RET was performed using platelet-rich plasma (PRP, test group) and blood clot (BLC, control group). Changes in root length (RL), root dentinal thickness (RDT), apical foramen width (AFW) and radiographic root area (RRA), were assessed using both radiographic methods, whilst changes in periapical area diameter (PAD) were assessed using CBCT, over a period of 12 months. T-test and chi-square/Fisher's exact tests were used to compare continuous and categorical data between BLC and PRP groups, respectively. Changes in RL, RDT, AFW, RRA and PAD were examined by comparing the two groups (PRP versus BLC) using multilevel modelling, considering the clustering effect of repeated measures of several teeth originating from the same participant. RESULTS Changes in RL, RDT, AFW, RRA and PAD, over time, were found to be significant for both groups. There was, however, no difference between the RET techniques (PRP versus BLC), using both radiographic and CBCT methods. The results of both assessment techniques (CBCT and 2-dimensional radiographic methods) were highly consistent (overall ICC ranged between 0.80 and 0.94). In addition, a significant effect of baseline PAD was found on RL, RRA and AD at 12 months (RL effect = -0.68, P < 0.001; RRA effect = -1.91, P = 0.025; AD effect = 0.08, P = 0.024). CONCLUSION The current study highlights successful and comparable clinical and radiographic outcomes of RET techniques using PRP and BLC. Standardized and calibrated 2-dimensional radiographic assessment was as effective as CBCT in assessing RET outcomes; therefore, the routine use of CBCT in RET is not recommended. Although an effect of baseline periapical lesion diameter on root development outcomes, at 12 months, were observed, more studies are recommended in order to assess such an effect.
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- A S ElSheshtawy
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Paediatric Dentistry Section, Hamad Dental Center, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Endodontics, The National Research Center, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Oral Biology, School of Dentistry, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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