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Tanomaru-Filho M, Lucchesi MB, Santos-Junior AO, Tavares KIMC, Pinto JC, Guerreiro-Tanomaru JM. Filling ability of ready-to-use or powder-liquid calcium silicate-based sealers after ultrasonic agitation. Braz Dent J 2024; 35:5802. [PMID: 39045989 PMCID: PMC11262770 DOI: 10.1590/0103-6440202405802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 07/25/2024] Open
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This study evaluated the effect of ultrasonic agitation on the filling capacity of ready-to-use calcium silicate-based sealer Bio-C Sealer (BCS, Angelus, Paraná, Brazil) or powder-liquid BioRoot RCS (BR, Septodont, Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, France) using curved artificial canals by micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). Additionally, flow (mm) and flow area (mm2) were evaluated for both materials. Acrylic resin main canal (60° curvature and 5 mm radius, with 3 lateral canals in the cervical, middle, and apical thirds) were prepared up to size 40/.05 (Prodesign Logic, Brazil). The agitation method was used with ultrasonic tip (US, Irrisonic, Helse, Brazil): BCS, BCS/US, BR, and BR/US. All specimens were filled using the single-cone technique. The samples were scanned by micro-CT (8,74 µm) after obturation. The percentage of filling material and voids were calculated. Flow was evaluated based on ISO 6876/2012 standards (mm) and area (mm2). The data were statistically analyzed using ANOVA and Tukey tests (α = 0.05). BR/US showed lower percentage of filling material in the lateral canals than and, BCS/US (p<0.05). BR/US resulted in a higher percentage of voids than BR in the lateral apical third (p<0.05). BCS showed higher flow than BR (p<0.05). BCS and BR presented proper filling capacity in the simulated curved canals regardless of the use of ultrasonic agitation. However, BR/US showed more voids in the apical third. BCS demonstrates higher filling ability.
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- Mário Tanomaru-Filho
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, UNESP - Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, UNESP - Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, UNESP - Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Departament of Dentistry - Centro Universitário Presidente Antônio Carlos - UNIPAC, Barbacena, MG, Brazil and Department of Dentistry - Centro Universitário Presidente Tancredo de Almeida Neves - UNIPTAN, São João del Rei, MG, Brazil
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Chen Z, Yang Y, Fan W. Reducing apical voids for intra-canal sealer injection using a modified passive deflation needle. Odontology 2024; 112:839-846. [PMID: 38244154 DOI: 10.1007/s10266-023-00893-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2024]
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The aim of the study was to evaluate the ability of a modified passive deflation needle to reduce the apical voids during the intra-canal iRoot SP sealer injection. A modified passive deflation injection needle was designed. Forty 20°-curved and twenty S-shaped single-canal resin block models were allocated into six groups. Each group was mechanically prepared to #25/04 or #25/06 file; then the root canals were injected with iRoot SP sealer using a modified needle or a normal plastic needle. Radiographs were taken to measure the length of apical void in each specimen. Similarly, twenty single-canal extracted premolars were collected and randomly divided into four groups. Each group was prepared to #25/04 or #25/06 file; then the root canals were injected with iRoot SP sealer using a modified needle or a normal plastic needle. Roots were then scanned using micro-computed tomography (micro-CT), and the volume of voids in root canals was analyzed and compared among groups. Statistical analysis demonstrated that the length and the volumetric percentage of voids were much lower in the modified needle group in both resin block root canal models and extract teeth than the normal plastic needle group (P < 0.05). The modified passive deflation needle can efficiently reduce apical voids during the intra-canal iRoot SP sealer injection.
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- Zhuo Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, Hubei Key Laboratory of Stomatology, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, Hubei Key Laboratory of Stomatology, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, Hubei Key Laboratory of Stomatology, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, People's Republic of China.
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Jaganath BM, Rudranaik S, Krishnegowda SC, Nirmala KB, Nagashetty YH. Comparative evaluation of push-out bond strength and mode of failure of three different obturating materials: An in vitro study. JOURNAL OF CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY AND ENDODONTICS 2024; 27:608-612. [PMID: 38989490 PMCID: PMC11232756 DOI: 10.4103/jcde.jcde_186_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: 04/06/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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Aim This research aimed to assess the push-out bond strength (PBS) to dentin of three distinct obturation materials inside the root canal and identify the failure mechanism. Materials and Methods The research used 30 undamaged human mandibular premolars. The specimens were randomly assigned to three groups, each employing a different sealer (n = 10). Group 1 used AH Plus sealer, Group 2 used GuttaFlow-2 sealer, and Group 3 used bioceramic sealer (CeraSeal). The obturation procedure was performed utilizing the single-cone method with gutta-percha. The specimens were divided into sections and loaded using a universal testing machine. Following PBS testing, every sample underwent a stereomicroscope examination, and the specific failure mechanism was documented. Results The average PBS was greatest for AH Plus, followed by CeraSeal and Guttaflow-2. Notable disparities existed between the coronal and apical levels. Conclusion AH Plus exhibited superior PBS qualities to root dentin compared to other sealers.
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- Bharath Makonahalli Jaganath
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sri Hasanamba Dental College and Hospital, Hasan, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sri Hasanamba Dental College and Hospital, Hasan, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sri Hasanamba Dental College and Hospital, Hasan, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sri Hasanamba Dental College and Hospital, Hasan, Karnataka, India
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Jaha HS. Hydraulic (Single Cone) Versus Thermogenic (Warm Vertical Compaction) Obturation Techniques: A Systematic Review. Cureus 2024; 16:e62925. [PMID: 38912073 PMCID: PMC11193544 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.62925] [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] [Accepted: 06/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024] Open
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Root canal treatment (RCT) involves cleaning and shaping of the root canal system before filling the canals with obturating materials, often gutta-percha (GP). The two primary obturation techniques are the thermogenic (warm vertical compaction, WVC) and hydraulic (single cone, SC) techniques. The objective of this study is to compare the clinical results and effectiveness of thermogenic and hydraulic obturation procedures in endodontic therapy to provide clinicians with evidence-based recommendations. Search strategies were conducted on February 01, 2024 and involved the databases Web of Science, PUBMED, Google Scholar, Scopus, Medline, Embase, NCBI, and Cochrane Library. The current systematic review included systematic reviews; meta-analyses; cohort studies; randomized controlled trial (RCT) studies; studies involving the comparison between single cone and warm compaction techniques; studies involving outcomes that include advantages, disadvantages, and complications associated with single cone or warm compaction techniques; and studies published within the last seven years. The selected studies were restricted to those with insufficient data, review articles without authentic references, publications in a language other than English, animal studies, and studies not involving SC or WVC. Out of 2300 studies registered, only 12 studies were included in the review. Both WVC and SC techniques showed satisfactory root canal fillings. However, five studies showed differences in the filling quality, four studies assessed the sealing ability and the dentinal tubule penetration of sealers, one study compared dentinal cracks, one study evaluated the amount of debris excluded apically, and one study compared the post-operative pain while using both techniques. The WVC and SC obturation techniques offer advantages and disadvantages in endodontic treatment. SC obturation is a simple and efficient procedure that is particularly suitable for situations with uncomplicated canal structures. The WVC obturation approach provides superior flexibility and sealing capability, especially in the complex root canal system. When choosing the method of treatment, it is important to take into account the patient's preferences, the clinician's experience, and unique considerations related to the situation. This systematic review highlights the important recommendations to healthcare professionals in selecting the most suitable obturation procedure based on the specific requirements of each clinical scenario. Research involving long-term follow-ups is required to get a better understanding of the outcomes of long-term goals. Clinical relevance: ability to educate clinicians regarding the best obturation technique between thermogenic and hydraulic. It directs the treatment decisions to maximize patient's comfort, minimize post-operative complications, and improve efficacy in endodontic practice.
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- Haytham S Jaha
- Restorative Dentistry, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU
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Kim HI, Jang YE, Kim Y, Kim BS. Physicochemical Changes in Root-Canal Sealers under Thermal Challenge: A Comparative Analysis of Calcium Silicate- and Epoxy-Resin-Based Sealers. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 17:1932. [PMID: 38673289 PMCID: PMC11052323 DOI: 10.3390/ma17081932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2024] [Revised: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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INTRODUCTION We compared the effects of heat on the physicochemical properties of recently developed calcium silicate-based sealers (CSBSs), including BioRoot Flow, BioRoot RCS, and AH Plus Bioceramic sealer, with those of the epoxy-resin-based sealer (ERBS) AH Plus. METHODS The flow, film thickness, setting time, and solubility of sealers were evaluated at 37 °C and 100 °C using ISO 6876/2012. Furthermore, pH and calcium ion release were evaluated at these temperatures. In addition, the mass change in sealers at a high temperature was assessed via thermogravimetric analysis. Then, the chemical composition and components of the sealers were analyzed using a scanning electron microscope and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). RESULTS BioRoot Flow, AH Plus Bioceramic, and AH Plus complied with ISO standards in terms of flow and film thickness, both before and after heat application. However, BioRoot RCS exhibited significantly increased film thickness at 100 °C. The setting times of all sealers were significantly reduced at 100 °C. The solubility of CSBS was >3%, exceeding the ISO 6876/2012 standard, both before and after heat exposure. Conversely, the solubility of AH Plus complied with the standard, regardless of the thermal condition. For 4 weeks, CSBS showed a significantly higher pH than AH Plus at both 37 °C and 100 °C. After heat treatment, calcium release decreased in Bioroot RCS and BioRoot Flow, while AH Plus showed no significant differences before and after treatment. However, CSBS consistently exhibited significantly higher calcium release than AH Plus at both temperatures. An FTIR analysis revealed that the chemical composition of the sealers did not change at the high temperature, whereas a thermogravimetric analysis demonstrated a >5% weight reduction in CSBS and a 0.005% weight reduction in AH Plus at 100 °C. CONCLUSIONS BioRoot Flow, AH Plus Bioceramic, and AH Plus possess favorable physicochemical properties, which make them suitable for application under thermal conditions. At a high temperature, BioRoot RCS did not exhibit changes in its chemical composition. However, its film thickness was increased, and pH and solubility were reduced. Therefore, caution is needed when it is applied at high temperatures, such as during the warm obturation technique.
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- Hye-In Kim
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, College of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul 07986, Republic of Korea; (H.-I.K.); (Y.K.)
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry, College of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul 07986, Republic of Korea; (H.-I.K.); (Y.K.)
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry, College of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul 07986, Republic of Korea; (H.-I.K.); (Y.K.)
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, College of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul 07986, Republic of Korea
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Karam M, Faraj M, Mhanna R, Khalil I, Habib M, Makhlouf M, Zogheib C. Effect of heat application on the physicochemical properties of new endodontic sealers: an in vitro and SEM study. Odontology 2024; 112:512-525. [PMID: 38070028 DOI: 10.1007/s10266-023-00871-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/12/2024]
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Understanding the properties of endodontic sealers is vital for treatment planning. Calcium silicate-based sealers are important in modern endodontics. This study investigates the effect of heat on the physicochemical properties of new calcium silicate sealers, addressing concerns raised by clinicians seeking to combine their benefits with the gutta-percha obturation technique. Five endodontic sealers (AH Plus Bioceramic®, Total Fill® BC®, One-fil® Bioceramic, K-Biocer, Any-seal®) were evaluated. Each sealer (n = 16/group) was either kept at 37 °C or subjected to heat at 60 or 200 °C for 30 s. ISO 6876-2012 standards were used to measure setting time, flow, film thickness, and dimensional changes over time. SEM and EDS were utilized for surface and chemical analysis. Data analysis employed IBM SPSS Statistics version 26 with a 5% significance level for two-sided tests. The sealers' setting times were shortened by heat, except for Total Fill® BC with extended setting time. All sealers had significantly longer setting times than manufacturer specifications. Film thickness increased with temperature, while flow values decreased. K-Biocer sealer showed the highest flow (16.89 ± 0.57 mm) at 200 °C, while Total Fill® sealer had the lowest (15.32 ± 0.62 mm). Shrinkage was significant at 60 °C and 200 °C, with greater shrinkage at 200 °C. Heat caused surface deformations in all sealers. The 200 °C groups exhibited more voids in AH Plus Bioceramic®, Any-seal®, and One-fil® sealers, and higher void area in Total Fill®, One-fil®, and K-Biocer sealers (p value < 0.001). EDX analysis confirmed heat-induced chemical and elemental changes in all tested sealers. Elevated temperature affects the physicochemical properties and structure of the tested endodontic sealers. The consideration of endodontic sealer compatibility is essential when warm gutta-percha obturation techniques are used.
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- Mariana Karam
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
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- Biomedical Engineering Program, Maroun Semaan Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Program, Faculty of Medicine, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Biomedical Engineering Program, Maroun Semaan Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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Brito-Júnior M, Silva-Sousa YTC, Pereira RD, Camilo CC, Mazzi-Chaves JF, Lopes-Olhê FC, Sousa-Neto MD. An automated method to analyze root filling voids and gaps using confocal microscopy images. Odontology 2024; 112:546-551. [PMID: 37803215 DOI: 10.1007/s10266-023-00859-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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This study evaluated the feasibility of an automated method to delimit the required area to quantitatively analyze root filling voids and gaps from cross-sectional confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM) images. Root canals of maxillary canines were prepared with rotary instruments and filled by lateral compaction technique using gutta-percha and AH Plus sealer. The roots were stored (100% humidity, 37 °C) for a period of 24 h and then transversally sectioned to obtain 2-mm-thick slices from the apical and middle thirds. The areas corresponding to filling materials, gaps, and voids were manually delimited or automatically demarked by ImageJ software after converting the images to the RGB color system. Based on manual and automatic delimitations, the percentages of voids and gaps were calculated. Data of voids and gaps between middle and apical thirds were individually compared by paired t-test. Pearson`s correlation test was used to assess the correlation of data between the methods. Irrespective of the method of area delimitation, no difference was observed between the root thirds for both voids and gaps, while the p-values calculated for each method were similar. Almost perfect correlations between the methods were observed for both outcomes. The proposed method to automatically delimit the areas corresponding to filling material, voids, and gaps appears to be a valid method to facilitate the quantitative analysis of defects in root canal fillings using topographic CSLM images.
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- Manoel Brito-Júnior
- Department of Dentistry, UNIMONTES - State University of Montes Claros, Montes Claros, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, UNIMONTES - State University of Montes Claros, Montes Claros, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, UNIMONTES - State University of Montes Claros, Montes Claros, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo - USP, Rua Célia de Oliveira Meirelles 350, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14024-070, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo - USP, Rua Célia de Oliveira Meirelles 350, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14024-070, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo - USP, Rua Célia de Oliveira Meirelles 350, Ribeirão Preto, SP, 14024-070, Brazil.
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D'Amico G, Muwaquet Rodriguez S. Effectiveness of tricalcium silicate-based cements: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Saudi Dent J 2024; 36:208-213. [PMID: 38419984 PMCID: PMC10897538 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2023.10.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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Introduction Tricalcium silicate-based cements exhibit several beneficial properties for dental health and biocompatibility, which can induce biomineralisation. Objectives To assess the sealing ability and intratubular penetration of tricalcium silicate-based sealers using warm and cold obturation techniques. Materials and Methods An electronic search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases for endodontically treated teeth with bioceramics and their sealing capacity in root canal obturation published up to February 2023. Results Of the 90 articles, 16 met the inclusion criteria, and only 10 were used for the meta-analysis, of which four addressed intratubular penetration, four addressed sealing capacity, and two addressed both variables. In the sealing capacity group, the meta-analysis concluded a standardised mean difference (SMD) of -1.31 in favour of the test group (warm) with a certain nonsignificant trend (p = 0.081); regarding intratubular penetration, the meta-analysis concluded an SMD = 2.34 in favour of the test group (warm) with significantly greater penetration (p = 0.032). Conclusion The warm obturation technique introduced significantly greater intratubular penetration than the cold technique, along with a remarkably superior sealing capacity compared to the cold technique, approaching statistical significance.
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- Gaia D'Amico
- Dentistry degree at the European University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Restorative dentistry and endodontics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, European University of Valencia, Spain. Catholic University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain. Lecturer
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Yu Y, Yuan CY, Yin XZ, Wang XY. Assessment of isthmus filling using two obturation techniques performed by students with different levels of clinical experience. J Dent Sci 2024; 19:169-176. [PMID: 38303796 PMCID: PMC10829546 DOI: 10.1016/j.jds.2023.05.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 05/07/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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Background/purpose Root canal filling is a necessary skill for dental students and an important aspect of endodontic education. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of students' clinical experiences on isthmus filling using different techniques and sealers. Materials and methods One hundred eight three-dimensional-printed resin replicas of isthmus were divided into six groups and either continuous wave of condensation (CWC) or single-cone obturation (SC) was performed. One of three sealers (AH Plus Jet®, GuttaFlow2, iRoot SP) was used together with a size-fitted gutta-percha master cone. All the obturations were completed by students with three different levels of clinical experience including senior postgraduate students (SPS), junior postgraduate students (JPS), and undergraduate students (US). The percentages of filled areas (PFA) at 2, 4, 6, and 8 mm from the apex were analyzed using a light microscope. Data were analyzed using the Mann-Whitney U test or Kruskal-Wallis 1-way ANOVA with Dunn's tests (α = 0.05). Results The CWC group exhibited a higher PFA than the SC group (P < 0.05). The PFA was higher in the SPS group than in the JPS group or the US group with CWC (P < 0.05). The three clinical experience groups showed similar PFAs with SC (P > 0.05); however, when using SC with iRoot SP, the PFA was higher than with either of the other two sealers (P < 0.05). Conclusion CWC was found to be technique-sensitive and required clinical training. With SC, clinical experience did not improve the quality of isthmus filling without additional training. CWC was superior to SC for type IV isthmuses. When using SC, better filling quality was obtained with a bioceramic sealer.
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- Yang Yu
- Department of Cariology and Endodontology, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Laboratory for Digital and Material Technology of Stomatology, Beijing Key Laboratory of Digital Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cariology and Endodontology, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Laboratory for Digital and Material Technology of Stomatology, Beijing Key Laboratory of Digital Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Department of Geriatric Dentistry, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Laboratory for Digital and Material Technology of Stomatology, Beijing Key Laboratory of Digital Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cariology and Endodontology, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Laboratory for Digital and Material Technology of Stomatology, Beijing Key Laboratory of Digital Stomatology, Beijing, China
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Alberdi Koki J, Martin G, Risso L, Kaplan A. "Effect of Heat Generated by Endodontic Obturation Techniques on Bond Strength of Bioceramic Sealers to Dentine". J Endod 2023; 49:1565-1569. [PMID: 37678751 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2023.08.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 08/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/29/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Gutta-percha combined with an endodontic sealer remains the most widely used obturation technique. Bioceramic sealers (BS) were developed for root canal obturation in combination with gutta-percha cones using the cold single-cone technique. Few studies have assessed the effect of thermal treatment on the performance of BS. The present study evaluated the effect of heat on BS adhesion to root dentine in the apical third of the root canal of extracted human lower premolars. MATERIALS AND METHODS Three BS combined with a hydraulic condensation technique, a warm vertical compaction technique, and a carrier-based technique were evaluated. Sixty three lower premolars were prepared following the same surgical protocol to standardize root canal shape at the level of the apex, randomly assigned to one of nine groups, and obturated accordingly. One millimeter-thick sections were subjected to a push-out test using a universal testing machine and classified according to mode of failure. Two-way ANOVA was applied using SPSS software (IBM Corp). RESULTS No significant differences in maximum load or failure mode were observed among BS, techniques, or when considering the interaction between sealers and techniques. CONCLUSIONS The heat generated by the obturation techniques used here did not affect BS adhesion to the dentinal wall.
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- Jorge Alberdi Koki
- Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Católica de Córdoba, Argentina; Círculo Odontológico de Rosario, Rosario, Argentina.
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- Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Católica de Córdoba, Argentina; Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Argentina
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- Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Nacional de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Rodrigues Cândido Lopes G, Paz Dotto ME, Hideo Nomura L, Peressoni Vieira Schuldt D, Garcia LDFR, da Silveira Teixeira C. Impact of Heating Exposure on the Micro-Push-Out Bond Strength of Bioceramic Sealers. Int J Dent 2023; 2023:3327275. [PMID: 37942468 PMCID: PMC10630006 DOI: 10.1155/2023/3327275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 10/15/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023] Open
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Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of heating of bioceramic and epoxy resin-based sealers on their micro-push-out bond strength (BS) to root canal dentin. Methods After criterial selection, 30 human teeth were decoronated and 1-mm thick slices (n = 60) were obtained perpendicularly along tooth axis, from cervical and middle root thirds, with a diamond disc attached to a cutting machine. In each slice, three 1.0-mm diameter orifices were made. After rinsing with 17% EDTA and 2.5% NaOCl, each orifice was filled with Bio-C Sealer or BioRoot RCS or AH Plus, according to the manufacturers' instructions. After filling, half of the slices (n = 30) were heated at 100°C for 1 min, and the other half were kept at room temperature. After 7 days-controlled storage, micro-push-out test was performed in a Universal Testing Machine. Failures were analyzed using a stereomicroscope. Statistical analysis was performed with One-Way ANOVA and post hoc Tukey (α = 5%) tests. Results AH Plus demonstrated higher BS values after heating (p=0.001) when compared to nonheated. The other sealers did not show a statistically significant difference (p > 0.05). When heated, the average BS values for AH Plus were higher than for BioRoot RCS and Bio-C Sealer (p < 0.001). Cohesive failure mode was the most frequent, followed by adhesive and mixed ones. Conclusion Heating provided a higher push-out BS to root dentin for AH Plus and did not influence BioRoot RCS or Bio-C sealer.
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- Guilherme Rodrigues Cândido Lopes
- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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Ashkar I, Sanz JL, Forner L, Melo M. Calcium Silicate-Based Sealer Dentinal Tubule Penetration-A Systematic Review of In Vitro Studies. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:2734. [PMID: 37049028 PMCID: PMC10096084 DOI: 10.3390/ma16072734] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Revised: 03/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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The aim of this systematic review was to perform a qualitative synthesis of in vitro studies which evaluate and compare the penetration of calcium silicate-based sealers into dentinal tubules. A systematic advanced search was performed in Scopus, Embase, Medline (via PubMed), Web of Science, and Cochrane databases on the 1 December 2022. In vitro studies that compared the tubular penetration of at least two calcium silicate-based sealers in extracted human teeth were eligible. PRILE 2021 guidelines were used for the assessment of the risk of bias included studies. The search identified a total of 680 preliminary records, among which 12 studies were eligible for review. The most used methodology to evaluate sealer penetration was the use of a fluorochrome together with the tested sealers and the analysis of their penetration under confocal laser microscopy. Regarding the results of the included studies, calcium silicate-based sealers exhibit a favorable dentinal tubule penetration. Tubular penetration, however, can be affected by factors such as the irrigation protocol, sealer activation, the filling method used, and root canal morphology. EndoSequence BC Sealer showed the highest sealer penetration among the tested sealers. The influence of different fluorochromes on the results of dentinal tubule penetration studies should also be further explored. The in vitro nature of the included studies limits the applicability of the results into the clinical setting. Prospero registration: CRD42022383896.
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Dong X, Xu X. Bioceramics in Endodontics: Updates and Future Perspectives. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:bioengineering10030354. [PMID: 36978746 PMCID: PMC10045528 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10030354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023] Open
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Bioceramics, with excellent bioactivity and biocompatibility, have been widely used in dentistry, particularly in endodontics. Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) is the most widely used bioceramic in endodontics. Recently, many new bioceramics have been developed, showing good potential for the treatment of endodontic diseases. This paper reviews the characteristics of bioceramics and their applications in various clinical endodontic situations, including root-end filling, root canal therapy, vital pulp therapy, apexification/regenerative endodontic treatment, perforation repair, and root defect repair. Relevant literature published from 1993 to 2023 was searched by keywords in PubMed and Web of Science. Current evidence supports the predictable outcome of MTA in the treatment of endodontic diseases. Although novel bioceramics such as Biodentine, EndoSequence, and calcium-enriched mixtures have shown promising clinical outcomes, more well-controlled clinical trials are still needed to provide high-level evidence for their application in endodontics. In addition, to better tackle the clinical challenges in endodontics, efforts are needed to improve the bioactivity of bioceramics, particularly to enhance their antimicrobial activity and mechanical properties and reduce their setting time and solubility.
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- Xu Dong
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China;
- Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China;
- Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +86-028-85503494
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Coşar M, Kandemir Demirci G, Çalışkan MK. The effect of two different root canal sealers on treatment outcome and post-obturation pain in single-visit root canal treatment: A prospective randomized clinical trial. Int Endod J 2023; 56:318-330. [PMID: 36385378 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Revised: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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AIM This randomized clinical trial aimed to evaluate and compare the effect of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA)-based bioceramic- and resin-based sealers on the incidence and intensity of post-obturation pain and treatment outcome in asymptomatic vital molar teeth in single-visit root canal treatment. METHODOLOGY One hundred asymptomatic mandibular molar teeth with vital pulp were randomly assigned into two groups according to the sealer used: MTA Fillapex or AH Plus sealer. WaveOne Gold instruments were used for root canal preparations. Root canals were obturated with WaveOne Gold gutta-percha cones corresponding in size and taper to the last instrument used. MTA Fillapex was used in the first group and AH Plus was used in the second group as the root canal sealer. The effects of age, gender, tooth types and the level of root canal filling on the treatment outcome were evaluated after 1 and 2 years. Postoperative pain at 6, 12, 24, 48, 72 h, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 30 days after root canal treatment was measured with the Numerical Rating Scale. Chi-square test was used for the treatment outcome and Mann-Whitney U, chi-Square and Spearman correlation analyses were used for postoperative pain. α = .05 was the level of significance. RESULTS Twelve patients did not complete the 2-year follow-up and the study finished with 88 patients. In the MTA Fillapex group 41 correct, one short, two extruded, and in the AH Plus group 40 correct, one short and three extruded root canal fillings were detected. No significant differences were observed between the first- and second-year treatment outcomes between the groups (p > .05).There was no association between age, gender, tooth number, root canal filling length and the treatment success in all evaluated teeth (p > .05). The differences between the groups in terms of postoperative pain incidence and intensity at all time-points were not significant (p > .05). There was no correlation between the age and postoperative pain (p > .05), but pain was statistically higher in women (p < .05). CONCLUSIONS Mineral trioxide aggregate Fillapex showed similar success rate and post-obturation pain incidence and intensity as AH Plus sealer and can be used as a root canal sealer in asymptomatic mandibular molars with irreversible pulpitis.
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- Melis Coşar
- Department of Endodontology, School of Dentistry, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey
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Girelli CFM, de Lima CO, Silveira FF, Lacerda MFLS, Nunes E. Marginal gaps and voids using two warm compaction techniques and different sealers: a micro-CT study. Clin Oral Investig 2023:10.1007/s00784-023-04866-x. [PMID: 36695972 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-023-04866-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the percentage of marginal gaps and voids in oval-shaped canals obturated by using two warm compaction techniques with a Bio-C sealer and AH Plus Jet. MATERIALS AND METHODS Forty canines with oval canals were scanned by microcomputed tomography (micro-CT), and root canal preparation was performed with an XP-endo Shaper system and irrigated with 5.25% sodium hypochlorite. Then, the specimens were paired into four groups (n=10) according to the root canal filling technique and endodontic sealer: Bio-C sealer and continuous wave of condensation, Bio-C sealer and Tagger's hybrid, AH Plus Jet and continuous wave of condensation, and AH Plus Jet and Tagger's hybrid. After root canal filling, a new scan was performed. The percentage of marginal gaps and voids was calculated with the ImageJ software, and the data were analyzed statistically using two-way ANOVA and Tukey tests, with a significance level of 5%. RESULTS The percentage of marginal gaps was significantly lower in the Bio-C sealer than in AH Plus Jet (p=0.021) regardless of the technique. However, no difference was found in the percentage of voids between root canal filling techniques and the endodontic sealer (p>0.05). CONCLUSION Both sealers and techniques demonstrated good quality of root canal filling. However, the use of the Bio-C sealer enhanced the filling ability by reducing marginal gaps, regardless of the root canal filling technique. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This study highlights the better performance of the Bio-C sealer in the quality of the root canal filling, reducing marginal gaps when compared to AH Plus Jet independent of the technique.
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- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, R. São Paulo, 745 - Centro, Governador Valadares, Minas Gerais, 35010-180, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais (PUC-MG), Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais (PUC-MG), Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Suassuna FCM, de Araújo DKM, Amorim AMAM, Melo SLS, Heck RJ, Antonino ACD, Bento PM, Silva DFB, de Melo DP. Thermal and volumetric assessment of endodontic filling techniques using infrared thermography and micro-CT. J Oral Sci 2023; 65:34-39. [PMID: 36543226 DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.22-0285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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PURPOSE To assess root temperature during filling techniques and quantify the volume of endodontic filling materials using infrared thermography (IT) and micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). METHODS Ninety premolars were divided into three groups: lateral condensation (LC), single cone (SC) and thermomechanical compaction (TMC). For thermal analysis, 45 teeth were assessed using a FLIR T650sc IT camera during filling techniques and 45 teeth were scanned using a Nikon micro-CT to assess gutta-percha, cement, and void volumes. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses were performed (non-parametric Mann-Whitney test, Kruskal-Wallis test, and Friedman test with Tukey's bidirectional analysis of variance). RESULTS TMC showed the highest temperature increase at 15 s after the procedure and a significant temperature decrease at 45 s after its completion. TMC showed the largest volume of gutta-percha and LC the highest void volume. CONCLUSION The temperature increase generated by gutta-percha endodontic filling techniques is within acceptable limits. A greater volume of endodontic cement was observed for the SL and LC filling techniques.
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- Department of Integrative Biomedical & Diagnostic Sciences School of Dentistry, Oregon Health & Science University
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- Department of Land Resource Science, University of Guelph
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Bugea C, Pontoriero DIK, Rosenberg G, Suardi GMG, Calabria G, Pedullà E, La Rosa GRM, Sforza F, Scarano A, Luongo R, Messina G. Maxillary Premolars with Four Canals: Case Series. BIOENGINEERING (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 9:bioengineering9120757. [PMID: 36550963 PMCID: PMC9774896 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering9120757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The aim of this case series is to contribute to the better knowledge and management of the complex anatomical configurations of maxillary premolars with four canals. The paper explains the endodontic treatment of five maxillary premolars with four canals, with three buccal and one palatal orifices, in different patients. The cases report several approaches in the treatment of four-canal maxillary premolars including a conservative canal preparation with a hybrid shaping technique, endodontic microsurgery and the application of biomaterials. The use of an operating dental microscope, different operating strategies and the critical evaluation of radiographs are all necessary steps for the correct and safe endodontic management of these teeth.
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- Calogero Bugea
- Private Practice, Lungomare G. Galilei, 73014 Gallipoli, Italy
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- Department of Prosthodontics, University of Siena, 53100 Siena, Italy
- Department of Endodontics, University of Genoa, 16126 Genova, Italy
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- Private Practice, Via Ercole Ferrario, 1, 20144 Milano, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Surgical-Medical Specialties, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Surgical-Medical Specialties, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy
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- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy
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- Private Practice, Via Melo da Bari 229, 70121 Bari, Italy
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Pirani C, Generali L, Iacono F, Cavani F, Prati C. Evaluation of the root filling quality with experimental carrier-based obturators: a CLSM and FEG-SEM analysis. AUST ENDOD J 2022; 48:400-408. [PMID: 34623730 DOI: 10.1111/aej.12577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2021] [Revised: 09/24/2021] [Accepted: 09/26/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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This study evaluated tubule penetration of GuttaFlow Bioseal with cold single cone or carrier-based technique, under confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM). Twenty straight single-rooted teeth were instrumented with Hyflex CM and divided in two groups (n = 10) according to the obturation method: single cold gutta-percha cones; experimental carrier-based obturators. GuttaFlow Bioseal, labelled with Rhodamine B dye, was used as sealer in both groups. Teeth transversally sectioned were observed under CLSM. Percentage of sealer penetration and integrity of sealer layer perimeter were measured. Surface and microstructural characteristics of obturators and gutta-percha cones were compared by FEG-SEM and EDX analysis. No significant differences were found between groups for each examined parameter. Significant differences (P < 0.05) were reported mainly within groups. Integrity was similar among and within groups. FEG-SEM/EDX analysis of obturators revealed the presence of Ba and Zn. Carrier-based obturation technique associated with GuttaFlow Bioseal does not seem to affect sealer penetration into dentinal tubules.
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- Chiara Pirani
- School of Dentistry, Endodontic Clinical Section, Master in Clinical Endodontology, Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Medicine, Dentistry and Morphological Sciences with Transplant Surgery, Oncology and Regenerative Medicine Relevance (CHIMOMO), University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- School of Dentistry, Endodontic Clinical Section, Master in Clinical Endodontology, Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Metabolic and Neural Sciences, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- School of Dentistry, Endodontic Clinical Section, Master in Clinical Endodontology, Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Mason J, Kirkpatrick T, Roberts HW. Dislodgement pushout resistance of five bioceramic root-end filling materials. Dent Mater J 2022; 41:843-849. [PMID: 35934803 DOI: 10.4012/dmj.2022-058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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This study evaluated the dislodgement push-out resistance of five bioceramic materials. One hundred single-rooted teeth with one canal had the apical 3 mm and crown resected to create a 14 mm standardized length. The canals were instrumented to an apical size 80 with a 3 mm root-end preparation made with ultrasonic diamonds. The prepared roots were randomly divided into 5 root-end restorative groups (n=20). ProRoot MTA, Biodentine, EndoSequence Root Repair Material, EndoSequence Fast Set Putty, and EndoSequence BC Sealer with each material placed following manufacturer's instructions and stored at 100% humidity for 2 weeks. An apical-to-coronal static testing load with the identified dislodgement force converted into MPa with mean results analyzed with Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn's post hoc tests (α=0.05). ProRoot MTA and Biodentine displayed similar push-out stress resistance and exhibited significantly greater stress resistance than the similar Endosequence materials. However, all materials failed cohesively and were not dislodged from the root canal surface.
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- Department of Endodontics, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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- Dental Biomaterials Research, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry
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Shen I, Daniel J, Vo K, Ahn C, Primus C, Komabayashi T. Use of micro-CT to examine effects of heat on coronal obturation. J Oral Sci 2022; 64:224-227. [PMID: 35661644 DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.22-0013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to categorize the effects of heat on coronal obturation with gutta-percha and sealer using X-ray micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). METHODS Ten single-rooted, extracted human teeth were shaped using ProTaper NEXT files to size X5 (#50/Taper 6%) with 2.5% NaOCl irrigation. A single ProTaper NEXT X5 gutta-percha point was then inserted with epoxy resin (AH Plus) or tricalcium silicate (EndoSequence BC) sealer (n = 5/group), and cut at the cemento-enamel junction. The teeth were scanned using micro-CT (SkyScan1272) to obtain 11 sagittal 2-D images. Three calibrated raters categorized the coronal 0.5 mm of the images into four categories: "swirled sealer and/or gutta-percha without voids" (I), "uniform voids and sealer/gutta-percha" (II), "non-uniform voids and sealer/gutta-percha" (III), and "swirled sealer and/or gutta-percha with voids" (IV). Intra-rater and inter-rater reliability were then calculated. Chi-square tests were conducted to determine the significance of differences in each category between sealers. RESULTS The intra-class correlation coefficient was 0.55 (same rater/two different times) and Fleiss' kappa (different raters/same image) was 0.34. Categories I, II, III, and IV accounted for 16.4%, 4.2%, 30.3%, and 49.1% for AH Plus, and 6.7%, 4.2%, 27.3%, and 61.8% for EndoSequence BC, respectively. CONCLUSION Category IV was most common and Category II the least common. Significant differences were evident between sealers for Category I (P < 0.01).
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- Ivy Shen
- University of New England College of Dental Medicine
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- University of New England College of Dental Medicine
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- University of New England College of Dental Medicine
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- Department of Population and Data Sciences, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
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Chavarria-Bolanos D, Komabayashi T, Shen I, Vega-Baudrit J, Gandolfi MG, Prati C, Montero-Aguilar M. Effects of heat on seven endodontic sealers. J Oral Sci 2021; 64:33-39. [PMID: 34880145 DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.21-0178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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PURPOSE To examine the microscopic surface features, chemical composition, and thermodynamic profile of seven endodontic sealers (AH Plus, Adseal, MTA-Fillapex, RoekoSeal, GuttaFlow 2, GuttaFlow BioSeal, and EndoRez) exposed to high-temperature changes using an endodontic obturation device. METHODS The thermal properties were examined using scanning calorimetry (DSC) and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). Then, six disc-shaped specimens of each sealer were prepared and divided into two groups - a room temperature group and a heat exposure group - for analysis of surface and chemical changes using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS). RESULTS DSC analysis showed that AH Plus had the highest exothermal signal (122.9°C), while TGA analysis showed that MTA-Fillapex was most affected by increased temperature (32.4% mass loss at 230ºC). SEM analysis showed that while AH Plus and GuttaFlow BioSeal maintained their surface integrity after heat exposure, the EDS profiles demonstrated changes in the chemical composition of the sealers after heat exposure for 5 s. High-temperature exposure had a negative impact on the properties of five of the sealers (Adseal, MTA-Fillapex, RoekoSeal, GuttaFlow 2, and EndoRez). CONCLUSION AH Plus and GuttaFlow BioSeal showed minimal changes upon high-temperature exposure, suggesting their suitability for thermal endodontic obturation techniques.
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- College of Dental Medicine, University of New England
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- Laboratory of Biomaterials and Oral Pathology, School of Dentistry, Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, University of Bologna
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- Endodontic Clinical Section, School of Dentistry, Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, University of Bologna
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Atmeh AR, AlMadi M, AlShwaimi E. Alkaline conditions can affect the volume and chemical characteristics of dental gutta-percha. AUST ENDOD J 2021; 48:144-150. [PMID: 34351038 DOI: 10.1111/aej.12553] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2021] [Revised: 06/19/2021] [Accepted: 07/18/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The effects of alkaline pH on the size and surface characteristics of gutta-percha were studied. Forty ProTaper Universal-F2 gutta-percha cones (GPC) were stored individually for 8-weeks. GPC were distributed into 2 groups (n = 20) based on the storage solutions' pH (pH7, pH12). The GPC volume was measured after 1,2,3,4 and 8-weeks using water displacement method and compared to the baseline volume. The surfaces of representative GPCs were analysed using Raman spectroscopy and assessed later using Scanning Electron Microscopy with Energy-Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (EDS). Samples t test was used to compare the change in volume of GPC and a repeated measures Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used to compare the effects of storage durations. After 8-weeks, GPCs aged in high-pH exhibited significant drop in their volume (16%) compared with GPCs aged in water (2.5%). The surface of GPCs stored in water or high-pH both demonstrated structural and chemical alterations in comparison with non-aged GPCs.
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- Amre R Atmeh
- Department of Restorative Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Restorative Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Restorative Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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Antimicrobial Activity of Calcium Silicate-Based Dental Materials: A Literature Review. Antibiotics (Basel) 2021; 10:antibiotics10070865. [PMID: 34356786 PMCID: PMC8300656 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics10070865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2021] [Revised: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 07/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Endodontic biomaterials have significantly improved dental treatment techniques in several aspects now that they can be used for vital pulp treatments, as temporary intracanal medication, in definitive fillings, in apical surgeries, and for regenerative procedures. Calcium silicate-based cement is a class of dental material that is used in endodontics in direct contact with the dental structures, connective tissue, and bone. Because the material interacts with biological tissues and stimulates biomineralization processes, its properties are of major importance. The main challenge in endodontic treatments is the elimination of biofilms that are present in the root canal system anatomical complexities, as it remains even after chemical-mechanical preparation and disinfection procedures. Thus, an additional challenge for these biomaterials is to exert antimicrobial activity while maintaining their biological properties in parallel. This article reviews the literature for studies considering the antimicrobial properties of calcium silicate-based dental biomaterials used in endodontic practice. Considering the reviewed studies, it can be affirmed that the reduced antimicrobial effect exhibited by calcium silicate-based endodontic materials clearly emphasizes that all clinical procedures prior to their use must be carefully performed. Future studies for the evaluation of these materials, and especially newly proposed materials, under poly-microbial biofilms associated with endodontic diseases will be necessary.
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Sfeir G, Zogheib C, Patel S, Giraud T, Nagendrababu V, Bukiet F. Calcium Silicate-Based Root Canal Sealers: A Narrative Review and Clinical Perspectives. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14143965. [PMID: 34300886 PMCID: PMC8306764 DOI: 10.3390/ma14143965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2021] [Revised: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 07/08/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Over the last two decades, calcium silicate-based materials have grown in popularity. As root canal sealers, these formulations have been extensively investigated and compared with conventional sealers, such as zinc oxide-eugenol and epoxy resin-based sealers, in in vitro studies that showed their promising properties, especially their biocompatibility, antimicrobial properties, and certain bioactivity. However, the consequence of their higher solubility is a matter of debate and still needs to be clarified, because it may affect their long-term sealing ability. Unlike conventional sealers, those sealers are hydraulic, and their setting is conditioned by the presence of humidity. Current evidence reveals that the properties of calcium silicate-based sealers vary depending on their formulation. To date, only a few short-term investigations addressed the clinical outcome of calcium silicate-based root canal sealers. Their use has been showed to be mainly based on practitioners' clinical habits rather than manufacturers' recommendations or available evidence. However, their particular behavior implies modifications of the clinical protocol used for conventional sealers. This narrative review aimed to discuss the properties of calcium silicate-based sealers and their clinical implications, and to propose rational indications for these sealers based on the current knowledge.
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- Germain Sfeir
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut 17-5208, Lebanon; (G.S.); (C.Z.)
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut 17-5208, Lebanon; (G.S.); (C.Z.)
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- King’s College London Dental Institute, Guy’s Tower, Guy’s Hospital, St. Thomas’ Street, London SE1 9RT, UK;
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- Assistance Publique des Hôpitaux de Marseille, 13005 France; Aix Marseille Univ, CNRS, ISM, Inst Movement Sci, 13288 Marseille, France;
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah 27272, United Arab Emirates;
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- Assistance Publique des Hôpitaux de Marseille, 13005 France; Aix Marseille Univ, CNRS, ISM, Inst Movement Sci, 13288 Marseille, France;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +33-(0)6-4395-2183
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Pinto JC, Torres FFE, Lucas-Oliveira E, Bonagamba TJ, Guerreiro-Tanomaru JM, Tanomaru-Filho M. Evaluation of curved root canals filled with a new bioceramic sealer: A microcomputed tomographic study using images with different voxel sizes and segmentation methods. Microsc Res Tech 2021; 84:2960-2967. [PMID: 34184360 DOI: 10.1002/jemt.23855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2021] [Revised: 05/05/2021] [Accepted: 06/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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The aim of this study was to investigate the filling ability of a new premixed bioceramic sealer in comparison with an epoxy resin-based sealer in curved root canals using different segmentation methods and voxel sizes in micro-CT images. Twelve curved mesial roots of mandibular molars with two separated canals were selected. All root canals were prepared by using HyFlex EDM files size 25/.08 and filled by the single cone technique and Bio-C Sealer or AH Plus (n = 12). The samples were scanned by micro-CT at 5 μm. The images were analyzed at 5, 10, and 20 μm for the volumetric analysis of voids in filling. Visual image segmentation was performed by two examiners, and the automatic segmentation was accomplished for comparison. Radiopacity of the sealers was evaluated by radiographic analysis. Data were submitted to the two-way ANOVA and non-paired t tests at a significance level of 5%. AH Plus had the highest radiopacity (p < .05). Root canals filled with AH Plus or Bio-C had similar low percentage of voids (p > .05). There was no difference interobserver, which had similar results to those obtained with automatic segmentation for all voxel sizes evaluated (p > .05). Bio-C Sealer had appropriate filling ability. Visual and automatic segmentation can be applied to micro-CT images with voxel sizes from 5 to 20 μm to evaluate the filling of sealers with adequate radiopacity. Automatic segmentation should be used as a faster method.
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- Jader Camilo Pinto
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Sao Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Dentistry, Araraquara, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Sao Carlos Institute of Physics, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Carlos, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Sao Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Dentistry, Araraquara, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Santos-Junior AO, Tanomaru-Filho M, Pinto JC, Tavares KIMC, Torres FFE, Guerreiro-Tanomaru JM. Effect of obturation technique using a new bioceramic sealer on the presence of voids in flattened root canals. Braz Oral Res 2021; 35:e028. [PMID: 33605358 DOI: 10.1590/1807-3107bor-2021.vol35.0028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2020] [Accepted: 11/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the filling ability of a new ready-to-use calcium silicate-based sealer using thermoplastic or single-cone technique in flattened root canals. Twenty-four flattened distal canals of mandibular molars with a buccolingual diameter 4 or more times larger than the mesiodistal diameter were selected. The root canals were prepared and filled (n = 12), according to the following techniques: thermoplastic or single-cone technique using Bio-C Sealer. The teeth were scanned using Skycan 1176 micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) - voxel size 8.74 µm, before and after filling the root canal. The percentage of voids in the filled root canals was evaluated, and the data were statistically analyzed using the unpaired t-test (α = 0.05). The root canals filled using the thermoplastic technique created a smaller percentage of voids in the cervical/middle thirds than those filled using the single-cone technique (p < 0.05). There was no difference in the percentage of voids using either technique in the apical third (p > 0.05). The flattened root canals in the cervical/middle thirds were better filled using the ready-to-use calcium silicate-based sealer associated to the thermoplastic technique, compared with the single-cone technique. In the apical third, the techniques showed similar filling ability.
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- Airton Oliveira Santos-Junior
- Universidade Estadual Paulista - Unesp, School of Dentistry , Department of Restorative Dentistry , Araraquara , SP , Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual Paulista - Unesp, School of Dentistry , Department of Restorative Dentistry , Araraquara , SP , Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual Paulista - Unesp, School of Dentistry , Department of Restorative Dentistry , Araraquara , SP , Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual Paulista - Unesp, School of Dentistry , Department of Restorative Dentistry , Araraquara , SP , Brazil
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Eid D, Medioni E, De-Deus G, Khalil I, Naaman A, Zogheib C. Impact of Warm Vertical Compaction on the Sealing Ability of Calcium Silicate-Based Sealers: A Confocal Microscopic Evaluation. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14020372. [PMID: 33466619 PMCID: PMC7828729 DOI: 10.3390/ma14020372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2020] [Revised: 12/05/2020] [Accepted: 12/08/2020] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the dentinal tubule penetration of two calcium silicate-based sealers used in warm vertical compaction (WVC) obturation technique in comparison with the single cone (SC) technique by confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM). The null hypothesis was that both obturation techniques produced similar sealer penetration depths at 1 and 5 mm from the apex. Forty-four mandibular single-rooted premolars were randomly divided into four equally experimental groups (n = 10) and two control groups (n = 2) according to the type of sealer (Bio-C Angelus, Londrína, PR, Brazil or HiFlow Brasseler, Savannah, GA, USA) with either SC or WVC. The sealers were mixed with a fluorescent dye Rhodamine B (0.1%) to enable the assessment under the CLSM. All the specimens were sectioned horizontally at 1 and 5 mm from the apex. The maximum penetration depth was calculated using the ImageJ Software (ImageJ, NIH). Data were analyzed by Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis tests (p < 0.05). A significant difference was shown between the four groups at 1 mm (p = 0.0116), whereas similar results were observed at 5 mm (p = 0.20). WVC allowed better diffusion for both sealers at 1 mm (p = 0.01) and 5 mm (p = 0.034). The maximum penetration of the Bio-C and HiFlow sealers was more important at 5 mm with the two obturation techniques. Within the limitations of this study, WVC enhanced the penetration of calcium silicate-based sealers into the dentinal tubules in comparison with the SC technique at both levels.
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- Diana Eid
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Saint Joseph University, Beirut BP 17-5208, Lebanon; (D.E.); (I.K.); (A.N.)
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- Micoralis Laboratory EA7354, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Nice Sophia Antipolis, Pôle Odontologie du CHU de NICE, Hopital St. Roch, 06000 Nice, France;
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, UNIGRANRIO—Universidade Grande Rio, 1.160-jardim 25 DE Agosto, 22061-030 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil;
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Saint Joseph University, Beirut BP 17-5208, Lebanon; (D.E.); (I.K.); (A.N.)
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Saint Joseph University, Beirut BP 17-5208, Lebanon; (D.E.); (I.K.); (A.N.)
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Saint Joseph University, Beirut BP 17-5208, Lebanon; (D.E.); (I.K.); (A.N.)
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Türker SA, Uzunoğlu-Özyürek E, Kaşikçi S, Öndeş M, Geneci F, Çelik HH. Filling quality of several obturation techniques in the presence of apically separated instruments: A Micro-CT study. Microsc Res Tech 2020; 84:1265-1271. [PMID: 33378798 DOI: 10.1002/jemt.23685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2020] [Revised: 11/09/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Separated root canal instruments may affect the quality of root canal obturation and hence the survival of endodontically treated teeth. Obturation techniques may influence filling-quality. The aim was to evaluate the obturation quality of teeth filled with different obturation techniques in the presence of apically separated instruments using micro-computed tomography (μ-CT). Notched ProTaper F2 rotary-files were separated in the apical third of 36-human mandibular incisors with single root/canal and mature apex. Samples were filled by an endodontist according to one of the following obturation techniques (n = 12): cold lateral-compaction (CLC), single-cone (SC) and thermoplastic injection (TI). Samples were scanned by the Skyscan 1,274® μ-CT device after 1-week at 37°C in 100% humidity. Images of the sections were evaluated with CTan software in terms of total-volume and volume percentage of the filling materials and voids between coronal end of the separated instrument and gutta-percha/sealer filled void-free sections. Data was analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis and Mann Whitney-U tests with a significance level of 5%. Kruskal-Wallis revealed differences among groups (p < 0.05).Pairwise comparisons revealed that less volume of voids were measured in SC (0.02 ± 0.03 mm3 ) compared to CLC (0.15 ± 0.16 mm3 ) and TI (0.18 ± 0.24 mm3 ) (p < 0.05); while TI was statistically similar with CLC (p > 0.05). Percentages of volumes of voids and filling materials were as follows for SC, CLC and TI, respectively: 8.88 ± 18.52% and 24.45 ± 38.40%, 46.92 ± 33.53% and 53.07 ± 33.53%, 40.54 ± 33.85% and 42.79 ± 34.45%. The obturation technique may have a significant impact on the volume of voids in the presence of a separated file. No obturation technique produced a void-free root canal filling.
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- Sevinç Aktemur Türker
- Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics, Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Zonguldak, Turkey
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics, Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Zonguldak, Turkey
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine,Department of Anatomy, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anatomy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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Assessment of Quality of Root Canal Filling with C Point, Guttacore and Lateral Compaction Technique: A Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy Study. Eur Endod J 2020; 5:236-241. [PMID: 33353918 PMCID: PMC7881386 DOI: 10.14744/eej.2020.62534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Objective: The purpose of this in vitro study was to compare the quality of root canal filling of C Point, GuttaCore and lateral compaction using confocal laser scanning microscopy. Methods: Ninety recently extracted human mandibular incisors with single canal were selected. Canals were prepared with ProTaper instruments to size F3 and obturated using C Point, GuttaCore or lateral compaction technique. Endosequence BC sealer was labeled with Rhodamine B dye to allow analysis under a confocal microscope. The percentages of gutta-percha filled area (PGFA), sealer filled area (PSFA), voids (POV) and interfacial adaptation (IA) was assessed at 2, 5 and 8 mm from the apex, using image analysis software. Kruskal–Wallis followed by Mann Whitney U tests were used for data analysis, and the P value was set at 0.05 (P=0.05). Results: No significant difference was seen among the three groups at 2 mm level for PGFA, PSFA and voids (P>0.05). At 5 and 8 mm levels, canals filled with GuttaCore had significantly higher PGFA and lower PSFA than lateral compaction and C Point. Highest POV was seen for lateral compaction group followed by C Point and GuttaCore. Conclusion: Out of the three techniques examined, best results in terms of quality of root canal filling were observed for GuttaCore. C Point system was found to be associated with internal defects such as tears and delamination which may adversely affect the long term performance of this system.
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Kapralos V, Rukke HV, Ørstavik D, Koutroulis A, Camilleri J, Sunde PT. Antimicrobial and physicochemical characterization of endodontic sealers after exposure to chlorhexidine digluconate. Dent Mater 2020; 37:249-263. [PMID: 33293036 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2020.11.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Revised: 10/20/2020] [Accepted: 11/18/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Assess the antibacterial, physical and chemical properties of AH Plus, BioRoot RCS and Pulp Canal Sealer (PCS) in contact with 2% chlorhexidine digluconate (CHX) used as final irrigant prior to root canal obturation. METHODS The antimicrobial properties were investigated by direct contact tests for planktonic and biofilm growth of E. faecalis, S. mutans, S.epidermidis and S.aureus in vitro. The setting time, wettability, microhardness and surface roughness were also assessed. The sealers were studied in no contact, 1-minute (short-term) and continuous contact (long-term) with CHX. Chemical characterization of sealers was performed by scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction analysis and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy after CHX or saline used as the last irrigant in an ex vivo tooth model and in endo training blocks. RESULTS CHX increased the antibacterial activity of all the sealers investigated against planktonic bacteria and biofilms with PCS exerting the highest antimicrobial activity with and without the presence of CHX. The setting of AH Plus and BioRoot RCS was retarded, while for PCS accelerated in the presence of CHX. AH Plus and PCS were more hydrophilic after contact with CHX, whilst BioRoot RCS was hydrophobic in a time-dependent manner. The microhardness of sealers was compromised and the surface roughness increased after CHX exposure for AH Plus and BioRoot RCS, and decreased for PCS. CHX did not affect the sealers' chemistry, but PCS that exhibited two extra phases. SIGNIFICANCE CHX improved the antibacterial efficacy of endodontic sealers but further evidence is needed to confirm its suitability as a final irrigant prior to root canal obturation.
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- Vasileios Kapralos
- Section of Endodontics, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 71, 0455, Oslo, Norway.
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- Nordic Institute of Dental Materials (NIOM), Sognsveien 70 A, 0855 Oslo, Norway.
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- Section of Endodontics, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 71, 0455, Oslo, Norway.
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- Section of Endodontics, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 71, 0455, Oslo, Norway.
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- School of Dentistry, Institute of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT, United Kingdom.
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- Section of Endodontics, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 71, 0455, Oslo, Norway.
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Tavares KIMC, Pinto JC, Santos-Junior AO, Torres FFE, Guerreiro-Tanomaru JM, Tanomaru-Filho M. Micro-CT evaluation of filling of flattened root canals using a new premixed ready-to-use calcium silicate sealer by single-cone technique. Microsc Res Tech 2020; 84:976-981. [PMID: 33278309 DOI: 10.1002/jemt.23658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2020] [Revised: 10/31/2020] [Accepted: 11/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the filling ability of a new premixed ready-to-use calcium silicate-based sealer, in comparison with an epoxy resin-based sealer by the single-cone technique in flattened root canals. Thirty-two flattened root canals of maxillary second premolars with buccal-lingual diameter 4 or more times larger than the mesio-distal diameter at 9 mm from the radiographic apex were selected. Root canals were prepared using Hyflex EDM 25/0.08 and additional preparation with ultrasonic tip Flatsonic and ProDesign Logic 25/0.03. After preparation, the root canals were filled with two root canal sealers (n = 16): Bio-C Sealer or AH Plus using the single-cone technique. Scanning was performed before and after root canal obturation using a Skycan 1176 micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) with an isotropic voxel size of 8.74 μm. The percentage of voids was analyzed in the cervical/middle thirds and in the apical third. Data were submitted to the Mann-Whitney test at a significance level of 5%. There was no statistical difference between Bio-C Sealer and AH Plus (p > .05). The percentage of voids in the cervical/middle thirds was 8.94% (1.33-39.95) for Bio-C Sealer and 9.30% (1.19-18.00) for AH Plus (p > .05). In the apical third, this percentage was 11.84% (4.85-27.00) for Bio-C Sealer and 9.21% (1.34-28.78) for AH Plus (p > .05). By using the single-cone technique, neither Bio-C Sealer nor AH Plus provided a voids-free root canal filling. Both sealers had similar filling ability in flattened root canals.
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- Karina I M C Tavares
- Araraquara School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, UNESP-São Paulo State University, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Araraquara School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, UNESP-São Paulo State University, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Araraquara School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, UNESP-São Paulo State University, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Araraquara School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, UNESP-São Paulo State University, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Araraquara School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, UNESP-São Paulo State University, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Araraquara School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, UNESP-São Paulo State University, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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Pinto JC, Torres FFE, Pivoto-João MMB, Cirelli JA, Guerreiro-Tanomaru JM, Tanomaru-Filho M. Filling Ability and Flow of Root Canal Sealers: A Micro-Computed Tomographic Study. Braz Dent J 2020; 31:499-504. [PMID: 33146333 DOI: 10.1590/0103-6440202003328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2020] [Accepted: 09/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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This study evaluated by micro-computed tomography (μCT) the filling ability in curved root canals, besides the flow of AH Plus (AHP) and Neo MTA Plus (NMTAP) sealers using different methodologies. Mandibular molars mesial roots with two root canals and degree of curvature between 20° and 40° were selected. The specimens were prepared with the ProDesign R system up to size 35.05 and were filled with the sealers by a continuous wave of condensation technique, Thermo Pack II (n=12). The teeth were scanned using μCT after root canal preparation and obturation. The volumetric percentage of filling material and voids were calculated. Flow was evaluated based on ISO 6876/2012 (n=10). Flow and filling were also evaluated in μCT using a glass plate with a central cavity and four grooves from the central cavity (n=6). Flow was linearly calculated into the grooves. The central cavity filling (CCF) and lateral cavity filling (LCF) were calculated in mm³. Data were submitted to non-paired t test with a significance threshold at 5%. The percentage of filling and voids between the root canals filled with AHP or NMTAP was similar (p>0.05). NMTAP presented the lowest flow in conventional test (p<0.05). Using μCT, sealers had similar CCF, LCF and linear flow (p>0.05). In conclusion, NMTAP and AHP had similar filling ability in curved mesial root canals of mandibular molars without presence of isthmus. Although AHP presented better flow than NMTAP using ISO methodology, there was no difference between these materials regarding volumetric filling when evaluated by μCT.
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- Jáder Camilo Pinto
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, UNESP - Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Diagnosis and Surgery, School of Dentistry, UNESP - Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, UNESP - Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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Hadis M, Camilleri J. Characterization of heat resistant hydraulic sealer for warm vertical obturation. Dent Mater 2020; 36:1183-1189. [DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2020.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2020] [Accepted: 05/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Zavattini A, Knight A, Foschi F, Mannocci F. Outcome of Root Canal Treatments Using a New Calcium Silicate Root Canal Sealer: A Non-Randomized Clinical Trial. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9030782. [PMID: 32183124 PMCID: PMC7141324 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9030782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2020] [Revised: 03/09/2020] [Accepted: 03/11/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background: The aim of this study was to compare the success rate of root canal treatments undertaken using a calcium silicate root canal sealer in combination with a single cone with non-calcium silicate cement and warm vertical condensation. Methods: 150 necrotic or pulpitic teeth were treated. (REC: 08/H0804/79). Following standardized root canal chemo-debridement. The canals were obturated using warm vertical condensation of gutta-percha and epoxy-based sealer (AH plus) or a calcium silicate sealer (BioRootTM RCS) with a single cone technique. Follow-up assessment was conducted at 12 months using Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT). Results: At 1-year recall, 104 teeth were assessed (51 AH plus, 53 BioRootTM RCS). The success rate using loose criteria for the CBCT images and PA radiographs was respectively 80% and 89% in the AH plus/warm vertical condensation group, 84% and 90% in the BioRootTM RCS/single cone group. There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups (Fisher exact test p value 0.6099 for the CBCT images). Conclusion: Within the limitations of this non-randomized trial, a calcium silicate cement in combination with single cone resulted in a similar proportion of successful cases compared to warm vertical condensation and epoxy-based sealer.
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- Angelo Zavattini
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences. Floor 22 Tower Wing, Guy’s Dental Hospital, London SE1 9RT, UK; (A.K.); (F.F.); (F.M.)
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences. Floor 22 Tower Wing, Guy’s Dental Hospital, London SE1 9RT, UK; (A.K.); (F.F.); (F.M.)
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences. Floor 22 Tower Wing, Guy’s Dental Hospital, London SE1 9RT, UK; (A.K.); (F.F.); (F.M.)
- Department of Therapeutic Dentistry I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, 119146 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences. Floor 22 Tower Wing, Guy’s Dental Hospital, London SE1 9RT, UK; (A.K.); (F.F.); (F.M.)
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Donnermeyer D, Urban K, Bürklein S, Schäfer E. Physico-chemical investigation of endodontic sealers exposed to simulated intracanal heat application: epoxy resins and zinc oxide-eugenols. Int Endod J 2020; 53:690-697. [PMID: 31955439 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2019] [Accepted: 01/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
Abstract
AIM To gain information in a laboratory setting about the effect of thermal treatment of epoxy resin-based and zinc oxide-eugenol-based sealers. METHODOLOGY AH Plus and Pulp Canal Sealer (PCS) were exposed to thermal treatment at 37, 47, 57, 67, 77, 87 and 97 °C for 30 s. According to clinically relevant considerations, intracanal sealer temperature is likely not to exceed 60 °C during warm vertical root canal filling. Heat application is recommended for less than 30 s during continuous wave technique, but might exceed this threshold in complex cases. Furthermore, heat treatment at 97 °C was performed for 60 and 180 s to simulate inappropriate implementation of warm vertical filling techniques. Specimens were heated inside 2-mL plastic tubes in a thermo-controlled water bath until the temperatures were reached and kept at this temperature for the determined period of time. Afterwards, specimens were cooled to body temperature and physical properties (setting time, flow, film thickness according to ISO 6876) were assessed. Chemical properties (Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy) were assessed after complete setting of the specimens in an incubator at 37 °C and 100% humidity. Statistical analysis of physical properties was performed using Kruskal-Wallis test (P = 0.05). RESULTS The setting time of AH Plus and PCS decreased when temperature and duration of heat application increased. Whilst the setting time of AH Plus decreased from 622 min at 20 °C (for 30 s) to 381 min at 97 °C (for 180 s; P < 0.05), heat treatment of PCS at 97 °C for 180 s led to an immediate setting of the material. From 20 °C (for 30 s) to 97 °C (for 30 s), the setting time of PCS decreased from 80.1 to 41.0 h (P < 0.05). Film thickness and flow were not relevantly influenced by thermal treatment except for PCS at 97 °C for 180 s. FT-IR spectroscopy did not reveal any chemical changes of either sealer after thermal treatment. CONCLUSIONS Thermal treatment simulating clinically relevant temperature levels and heating times did not lead to any substantial physical or chemical changes at all temperature levels when heating did not exceed 60 s. AH Plus and Pulp Canal Sealer can be considered suitable for warm root filling techniques.
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Affiliation(s)
- D Donnermeyer
- Department of Periodontology and Operative Dentistry, Westphalian Wilhelms-University, Münster, Germany
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- Private Office, Kieferchirurgie Gera, Gera, Germany
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- Central Interdisciplinary Ambulance in the School of Dentistry, Münster, Germany
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- Central Interdisciplinary Ambulance in the School of Dentistry, Münster, Germany
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