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Chan AYY, Chang JWW, Cheung GSP, Neelakantan P, Zhang C, Lee AHC. Penetration of Calcium Silicate and Epoxy Resin Sealers Into the Lateral Canals. Int Dent J 2024; 74:762-768. [PMID: 38350801 DOI: 10.1016/j.identj.2024.01.013] [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: 11/16/2023] [Revised: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this research was to compare the penetration ability of calcium silicate-based sealers (iRoot SP and TotalFill BC HiFlow) and an epoxy resin-based sealer (AH Plus) into the lateral canals using the single-cone (SC) or continuous wave compaction (CW) obturation techniques. METHODS Ninety single-rooted human teeth received canal instrumentation and diaphanisation before artificial lateral canals were created at 3 different root levels. The specimens were randomly allocated into 6 groups based on the combination of obturation technique and sealer used. Radiographic and photographic measurements evaluated the percentage of sealer penetration. Statistical analysis was performed to compare the penetration ability amongst different types of sealers, obturation methods, and root levels. RESULTS Although TotalFill BC HiFlow sealer combined with the CW technique demonstrated greater sealer penetration at the coronal level (P < .05), the overall penetration ability of iRoot SP, TotalFill BC HiFlow, and AH Plus was not significantly different. The deepest sealer penetration was observed at the apical root level. CONCLUSIONS All sealers showed similar penetration abilities into the lateral canals using the SC or CW techniques in vitro. Calcium silicate-based sealers have comparable penetration ability into lateral canals compared to epoxy resin-based sealers using SC or CW obturation techniques.
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- Angel Yuk Yan Chan
- Restorative Dental Sciences, Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, SAR, P. R. China
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- Restorative Dental Sciences, Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, SAR, P. R. China
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- Restorative Dental Sciences, Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, SAR, P. R. China
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- Department of Endodontics, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Restorative Dental Sciences, Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, SAR, P. R. China.
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- Restorative Dental Sciences, Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, SAR, P. R. China.
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Neha S, Subramaniam P, Gupta M. Comparative assessment of cleaning efficacy of Kedo-SH manual and Kedo-S rotary endodontic files in deciduous molars - an in-vitro study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PEDODONTIC REHABILITATION 2022. [DOI: 10.56501/intjpedorehab.v7i2.684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Introduction: Preparation of root canals in deciduous molars can be challenging due to their inherent anatomy. Endodontic files were introduced recently for exclusive use in deciduous dentition. Hence, the aim of the present comparative study was to assess the cleaning efficacy of manual and rotary endodontic files in deciduous molars.
Methods and materials: Sixty canals of recently extracted deciduous molars were selected which did not have more than one-third of their root length resorbed. Following working length determination, India ink dye was injected into all the canals. They were arbitrarily allocated into two groups; Group I: Kedo-SH manual files (n=30) and Group II: Kedo-S rotary files (n=30), for the purpose of instrumentation. The root canals were cleared of debris and sections prepared. The sections were examined under a stereomicroscope under 40X magnification for removal of India ink at different thirds and given scores. Data was subjected to statistical analysis using Student t test and ANOVA. Level of significance was 5%.
Results: Both file systems resulted in superior cleaning of the coronal and apical section of the canals. The average scores for coronal and middle sections of the root canals with Kedo-SH manual files (9.5 ± 8.062; 10.75 ± 10.31, respectively) were significantly higher than that of Kedo-S rotary files (5± 6.63; 6.05 ±7.5, respectively) (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Root canals prepared with Kedo-S rotary files showed significant superiorly clean root canals than those prepared using Kedo-SH manual files.
Keywords: Kedo-S, Kedo-SH files, deciduous molars, pulpectomy, root canal instrumentation.
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Boutsioukis C, Arias-Moliz MT, Chávez de Paz LE. A critical analysis of research methods and experimental models to study irrigants and irrigation systems. Int Endod J 2022; 55 Suppl 2:295-329. [PMID: 35171506 PMCID: PMC9314845 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Revised: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Irrigation plays an essential role in root canal treatment. The purpose of this narrative review was to critically appraise the experimental methods and models used to study irrigants and irrigation systems and to provide directions for future research. Studies on the antimicrobial effect of irrigants should use mature multispecies biofilms grown on dentine or inside root canals and should combine at least two complementary evaluation methods. Dissolution of pulp tissue remnants should be examined in the presence of dentine and, preferably, inside human root canals. Micro-omputed tomography is currently the method of choice for the assessment of accumulated dentine debris and their removal. A combination of experiments in transparent root canals and numerical modeling is needed to address irrigant penetration. Finally, models to evaluate irrigant extrusion through the apical foramen should simulate the periapical tissues and provide quantitative data on the amount of extruded irrigant. Mimicking the in vivo conditions as close as possible and standardization of the specimens and experimental protocols are universal requirements irrespective of the surrogate endpoint studied. Obsolete and unrealistic models must be abandoned in favour of more appropriate and valid ones that have more direct application and translation to clinical Endodontics.
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- C Boutsioukis
- Department of Endodontology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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Hassan H, Zaher M, Rabie M. Root canal morphology and incidence of isthmus in the mesial root canal of the mandibular first molar using cone-beam computed tomography of two different scanning modes. SAUDI ENDODONTIC JOURNAL 2022. [DOI: 10.4103/sej.sej_54_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Main and Accessory Canal Filling Quality of a Premixed Calcium Silicate Endodontic Sealer According to Different Obturation Techniques. MATERIALS 2020; 13:ma13194389. [PMID: 33019753 PMCID: PMC7579472 DOI: 10.3390/ma13194389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2020] [Revised: 09/26/2020] [Accepted: 09/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The present study aimed to investigate the effects of different obturation techniques on the main and accessory canal filling quality of a premixed calcium silicate endodontic sealer (Endoseal TCS). We also highlighted the validity of the methods used for evaluating the canal filling quality. Thirty single-rooted premolars were used for the main canal filling and 75 were used for accessory canal filling. The canals were instrumented and randomly divided into three groups according to the filling techniques: (1) single-cone technique (SC), (2) single-cone with ultrasonic activation (SU), and (3) warm vertical compaction (WV). Voids in relation to the root canal fillings were assessed using cross-section images from microcomputed tomography (μCT) scans or transversely sectioned tooth specimens (n = 10). After demineralization and clearing of the teeth, the incidence, number, and completeness of the accessory canal fillings were evaluated (n = 25). One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Tukey's post hoc test was used for the evaluation of the voids in the main root canal and the incidence and number of filled accessory canals. Pearson's chi-squared (χ2) test was used for the evaluation of the filling completeness (α = 0.05). In the stereomicroscopic evaluation of the sectioned specimen, the SC group had significantly higher void occurrence than the other groups (p < 0.05), although there was no difference between groups in the μCT evaluation. However, there was no difference between the SU and WV. There was no difference between all the groups regarding the incidence, number, and completeness of the accessory canal fillings. When the premixed calcium silicate sealer is used with SC, the ultrasonic activation is recommended to obtain a better main canal filling quality. In contrast, the obturation techniques did not affect the accessory canal filling. We also recommend using the sectioning method when the void formation in the root canal filling materials is evaluated.
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Secondary Root Canal Treatment with Reciproc Blue and K-File: Radiographic and ESEM-EDX Analysis of Dentin and Root Canal Filling Remnants. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9061902. [PMID: 32570806 PMCID: PMC7355850 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9061902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2020] [Revised: 06/11/2020] [Accepted: 06/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Secondary root canal treatment requires the complete removal of filling materials with different chemical-physical properties. A newly developed single-use NiTi instrument (Reciproc Blue, RB) may be more effective in root canal retreatment. The aim of the present study was to evaluate morphology and composition of remnants after retreatment with RB compared to traditional K-File technique, in canals obturated with Thermafil/AH Plus. Twenty-four single-rooted human teeth were shaped with NiTi obturated with AH-Plus/Thermafil and retreated using RB NiTi instruments or manual K-Files. Radiographs were taken to evaluate endodontic space and radiopacity of residual filling-material before/after procedures. After retreatment, samples were longitudinally split and observed by environmental scanning electron microscopy connected to energy dispersive X-Ray spectroscopy (ESEM-EDX) to analyze the debris/remnant position, microchemistry, and dentinal surface morphology. Time for retreatments was recorded and compared using one-way ANOVA (p-value = 0.05). Radiopaque filling residuals were found in both groups. RB system resulted statistically faster than manual K-File in retreatment procedure (p < 0.001). Root canal space radiographic appearance obtained after retreatment with RB was wider than K-File (p < 0.05). ESEM-EDX revealed 4 different morphological dentin area. Area-1: debris-free with typical Ca, P, and N composition of dentin and detected in 70% of the surface. Area-2: presence of deproteinized smear layer free from N and debris in 15% of the surface. Area-3: a thick packed smear layer N-free and with fine debris consisting of trace elements from sealer in 10% of the surface. Area-4: packed with debris and trace elements. No difference was observed between both instruments regarding root canal space appearance and ESEM-EDX analysis. Both systems were able to remove filling material but created a dentine morphology composed of packed debris and filling materials embedded into the smear layer. Dentin surface composition resulted in collagen depleted by irrigation procedures. The reciprocating system required less time to complete retreatment.
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Shahbazi MA, Faghfouri L, Ferreira MPA, Figueiredo P, Maleki H, Sefat F, Hirvonen J, Santos HA. The versatile biomedical applications of bismuth-based nanoparticles and composites: therapeutic, diagnostic, biosensing, and regenerative properties. Chem Soc Rev 2020; 49:1253-1321. [PMID: 31998912 DOI: 10.1039/c9cs00283a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 163] [Impact Index Per Article: 40.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Studies of nanosized forms of bismuth (Bi)-containing materials have recently expanded from optical, chemical, electronic, and engineering fields towards biomedicine, as a result of their safety, cost-effective fabrication processes, large surface area, high stability, and high versatility in terms of shape, size, and porosity. Bi, as a nontoxic and inexpensive diamagnetic heavy metal, has been used for the fabrication of various nanoparticles (NPs) with unique structural, physicochemical, and compositional features to combine various properties, such as a favourably high X-ray attenuation coefficient and near-infrared (NIR) absorbance, excellent light-to-heat conversion efficiency, and a long circulation half-life. These features have rendered bismuth-containing nanoparticles (BiNPs) with desirable performance for combined cancer therapy, photothermal and radiation therapy (RT), multimodal imaging, theranostics, drug delivery, biosensing, and tissue engineering. Bismuth oxyhalides (BiOx, where X is Cl, Br or I) and bismuth chalcogenides, including bismuth oxide, bismuth sulfide, bismuth selenide, and bismuth telluride, have been heavily investigated for therapeutic purposes. The pharmacokinetics of these BiNPs can be easily improved via the facile modification of their surfaces with biocompatible polymers and proteins, resulting in enhanced colloidal stability, extended blood circulation, and reduced toxicity. Desirable antibacterial effects, bone regeneration potential, and tumor growth suppression under NIR laser radiation are the main biomedical research areas involving BiNPs that have opened up a new paradigm for their future clinical translation. This review emphasizes the synthesis and state-of-the-art progress related to the biomedical applications of BiNPs with different structures, sizes, and compositions. Furthermore, a comprehensive discussion focusing on challenges and future opportunities is presented.
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- Mohammad-Ali Shahbazi
- Drug Research Program, Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, FI-00014 University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.
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Xu T, Fan W, Tay FR, Fan B. Micro–computed Tomographic Evaluation of the Prevalence, Distribution, and Morphologic Features of Accessory Canals in Chinese Permanent Teeth. J Endod 2019; 45:994-999. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2019.04.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2018] [Revised: 03/09/2019] [Accepted: 04/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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A novel antibacterial resin-based root canal sealer modified by Dimethylaminododecyl Methacrylate. Sci Rep 2019; 9:10632. [PMID: 31337813 PMCID: PMC6650501 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-47032-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2018] [Accepted: 07/09/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Persistent apical periodontitis, mainly caused by microorganisms infections, represents a critical challenge for endodontists. Dimethylaminododecyl methacrylate (DMADDM) is a well-studied and potent antibacterial agent used in various studies described in the literature. The aim of this study is to develop a novel antibacterial root canal sealer by incorporating DMADDM into EndoREZ and investigate the properties of the resulting material. Different mass fractions (0, 1.25%, 2.5%, and 5%) of DMADDM were incorporated into EndoREZ and the cytotoxicity, apical sealing ability and solubility of the resulting material were evaluated. Furthermore, a direct contact test, determination of colony-forming units, a crystal violet assay, scanning electronic microscopy and live/dead bacteria staining were performed to evaluate the antibacterial effect of the sealer to multispecies bacteria (Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus gordonii, Actinomyces naeslundii, and Lactobacillus acidophilus), in planktonic cells or biofilms. Fluorescence in situ hybridization and quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction were carried out to assess the composition of the multispecies biofilms. No difference on the cytotoxicity, apical sealing ability and solubility between sealers containing DMADDM (1.25%, 2.5%) and EndoREZ (0%) could be determined. However, when the mass fraction of DMADDM increased to 5%, significantly different properties were found compared to the 0% (p < 0.05) group. Moreover, incorporating DMADDM into the sealer could greatly improve the antibacterial properties of EndoREZ. In addition, the composition ratio of E. faecalis could be decreased in multispecies microecology in sealers containing DMADDM. Therefore, a EndoREZ sealer material containing DMADDM could be considered useful in clinical applications for preventing and treating persistent apical periodontitis.
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Candeiro GTDM, Lavor AB, Lima ITDF, Vasconcelos BCD, Gomes NV, Iglecias EF, Gavini G. Penetration of bioceramic and epoxy-resin endodontic cements into lateral canals. Braz Oral Res 2019; 33:e049. [DOI: 10.1590/1807-3107bor-2019.vol33.0049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2018] [Accepted: 05/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Fragachán M, Pons M, Barriuso E, Frigola J, Ballester ML, Berástegui E. Micro-computed tomography assessment of different obturation techniques for filling lateral canals. J Clin Exp Dent 2018; 10:e702-e708. [PMID: 30057714 PMCID: PMC6057069 DOI: 10.4317/jced.54806] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2018] [Accepted: 04/11/2018] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Background The aim of this study was to evaluate obturation depth and volume by means of micro-CT when filling lateral canals. Material and Methods Thirty single-rooted teeth were used. After instrumentation, three artificial lateral canals were created on each mesial and distal surface (one on each third). The samples were then separated randomly into three groups according to the obturation technique used (n=10): lateral condensation (Group 1), Tagger’s hybrid technique (Group 2) and GuttaCore™ (Group 3). Samples were scanned and data was processed with Avizo software. Depth and volume of the infilling were measured in each lateral canal. Values were expressed as percentages and were analyzed using the Kruskal-Wallis test. Results Mean depth showed statistically significant differences between Group 3 and Groups 1 (p=0.001) and 2 (p=0.003), whereas no significant difference was found between Groups 1 and 2 (p≈1). As for mean volume, significant differences were found between Group 3 and Groups 1 (p=0.01) and 2 (p=0.003) but no differences were found between Groups 1 and 2 (p=1.00). Conclusions GuttaCore provided the best lateral canal sealing among the three techniques compared. Key words:Lateral canals, Micro-CT, obturation.
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- DDS. Master in Advanced and Experimental Endodontics. University of Barcelona, Spain
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- DDS. Professor on Master's Program in Advanced and Experimental Endodontics. University of Barcelona
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- CORELAB, Senior Laboratory Technician, Marine Geosciences, Department of Earth and Ocean Dynamics, Faculty of Earth Sciences, University of Barcelona
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- Associate Professor and CORELAB Laboratory manager, Marine Geosciences, Department of Earth and Ocean Dynamics, Faculty of Earth Sciences, University of Barcelona
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- Graduate in Dental Medicine. Master in Endodontics. PhD. Researcher attached to the IDIBELL institute, Department of Endodontics, University of Barcelona. Professor on Master's Program in Advanced and Experimental Endodontics. University of Barcelona
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- Graduate in Dental Medicine. Master in Endodontics. PhD. MD. Researcher attached to the IDIBELL institute, Department of Endodontics, University of Barcelona. Director of the Master's Program in Advanced and Experimental Endodontics, University of Barcelona
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Jafari F, Jafari S. Importance and methodologies of endodontic microleakage studies: A systematic review. J Clin Exp Dent 2017. [PMID: 28638561 PMCID: PMC5474340 DOI: 10.4317/jced.53604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION It is very important to obtain a tight seal in obturated root canal, making it necessary to conduct clinical or laboratory studies on the sealability of endodontic materials. Different methodologies have been historically used to assess microleakage of different endodontic materials. The aim of the present study was to comprehensively review different material testing methods used in microleakage studies, their interpretation and importance in endodontic literature. MATERIAL AND METHODS A systematic search was conducted in Medline, Cochrane, and Web of Science databases. In addition, the reference lists of review articles on the topic were searched. No language restriction was applied. Two independent reviewers screened the article. RESULTS Microleakage is considered the single most important risk factor responsible for apical periodontitis. Dye penetration, dye diffusion, bacterial and endototoxin infiltration, fluid filtration, glucose, caffeine and protein infiltration, radioisotope penetration, animal studies, and electrochemical or 3D evaluation are different methodologies used to assess dental leakage. 91 out of 177 articles in the primary search were included in the study. These methods are very divergent in their viewpoints; that is why their results cannot be easily compared. It is necessary to standardize microleakage detection methods in order to more correctly evaluate the phenomena that are found between the root canal wall and the root canal filling materials. CONCLUSIONS All the methods are useful if studies are performed strictly with large sample sizes and proper control groups and if the technique can be standardized. Furthermore, more evaluations of the reliability of the methods are strongly recommended. Key words:Dental leakage, review, root canal, material testing methods, data interpretation.
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- Farnaz Jafari
- Assistant Professor, Department of Endodontics, Dental School, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University
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- Assistant Professor, Orthodontics Department, Dentistry Faculty, Ilam University of Medical Science
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Malentacca A, Uccioli U, Mannocci F, Bhuva B, Zangari D, Pulella C, Lajolo C. The comparative effectiveness and safety of three activated irrigation techniques in the isthmus area using a transparent tooth model. Int Endod J 2017; 51 Suppl 1:e35-e41. [DOI: 10.1111/iej.12748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2016] [Accepted: 01/23/2017] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontology; Guy's Dental Hospital; King's College London Dental Institute; London UK
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- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontology; Guy's Dental Hospital; King's College London Dental Institute; London UK
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- Oral Medicine and Pathology; School of Dentistry; Catholic University; Rome Italy
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Jadhav GR, Mittal P, Kulkarni A, Syed S, Bagul R, Elahi S, Kalra D. Comparative evaluation of canal cleaning ability of various rotary endodontic filesin apical third: A scanning electron microscopic study. Dent Res J (Isfahan) 2016; 13:508-514. [PMID: 28182065 PMCID: PMC5256014 DOI: 10.4103/1735-3327.197031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to evaluate the canal cleaning ability of three novel endodontic rotary instruments and compare with ProTaper files as a control in apical third of root canals under scanning electron microscopy (SEM). MATERIALS AND METHODS Eighty freshly extracted mandibular premolars were selected according to inclusion criteria. Buccal cusp tips were ground to ensure having a flat coronal reference point with a total tooth length of 16 mm for all samples. Teeth were divided equally into four groups: Group I (ProTaper group), Group II (ProTaper next group), Group III (variable taper group), and Group IV (self-adjusting file [SAF] group). Using SEM, the dentinal surfaces were observed and rated at apical thirds with a magnification of ×1000 for the presence/absence of smear layer and debris. Descriptive analysis was performed, and analysis of variance with Bonferroni post hoc test was carried out for comparison between the groups, at a significance level of 0.05. RESULTS There was statistically significant difference between Group II and Group IV for debris (P = 0.047) and smear layer (P = 0.037). CONCLUSION In apical third of root canal, SAF showed statistically significant canal cleaning ability due to combined effect of continuous streaming irrigation with effectively replacing the irrigant from the apical portion of the root canal, irrigants activation through the creation of turbulence, and its self-adapting design to root canal anatomy with a scrubbing motion on the canal walls.
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- Ganesh Ranganath Jadhav
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sinhgad Dental College and Hospital, Pune, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Pune, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Orthodontics, Pune, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Periodontology, Pune, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Public Health Dentistry, YMT Dental College, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Kanumuru PK, Sooraparaju SG, Konda KR, Nujella SK, Reddy BK, Penigalapati SR. Comparison of Penetration of Irrigant Activated by Traditional Methods with A Novel Technique. J Clin Diagn Res 2015; 9:ZC44-7. [PMID: 26674879 DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2015/14455.6804] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2015] [Accepted: 09/14/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The effectiveness of irrigation depends upon various irrigation activation methods & devices used. AIM To compare and evaluate the penetration of irrigant upto working length and into simulated lateral canals using four different irrigation activation techniques. MATERIALS AND METHODS The root canals of 60 single-rooted teeth were instrumented using the proTaper rotary system. After decalcification of each sample tooth, three simulated lateral canals were created at 2mm, 4mm and 6mm levels from the root apex using a 06-size C+ file. After clearing the samples they were randomly assigned into four experimental groups (n=15) and 1ml of Irrigating Contrast Solution (ICS) was delivered into all samples and then it is activated with 4 different methods Group I-Conventional syringe and needle, Group II - Sonic activation with Endo activator, Group III - Ultrasonic activation with ultrasonic tips and Group IV - Activation using reciprocation movement. All the samples were examined under a stereomicroscope and irrigant penetration was evaluated by means of penetration of ICS. RESULTS Group III and Group IV resulted in better penetration of ICS into lateral canals at 2mm and 4mm depth (p<0.001), when compared with Group I and II. At lateral canals 6mm all the groups except Group I, had shown 100 % penetration. CONCLUSION The activation of irrigant using reciprocation was able to achieve penetration of irrigating contrast solution both up to the working length and into lateral canals. Hence the clinical significance of this method of irrigant activation is that it can be used for effective penetration of irrigants both upto working length and into lateral canals.
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- Professor, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, MNR Dental College and Hospital , Telangana, India
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- Professor and HOD, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, MNR Dental College and Hospital , Telangana, India
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- Postgraduate Student, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, MNR Dental College and Hospital , Telangana, India
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- Reader, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, MNR Dental College and Hospital , Telangana, India
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- Senior Lecturer, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, MNR Dental College and Hospital , Telangana, India
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- Senior Lecturer, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, MNR Dental College and Hospital , Telangana, India
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Fernández R, Restrepo JS, Aristizábal DC, Álvarez LG. Evaluation of the filling ability of artificial lateral canals using calcium silicate-based and epoxy resin-based endodontic sealers and two gutta-percha filling techniques. Int Endod J 2015; 49:365-73. [DOI: 10.1111/iej.12454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2014] [Accepted: 03/26/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- R. Fernández
- Department of Endodontics and Research Group in Basic and Clinical Sciences in Dentistry (CBO); School of Dentistry; CES University; Medellín Colombia
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- Department of Endodontics and Research Group in Basic and Clinical Sciences in Dentistry (CBO); School of Dentistry; CES University; Medellín Colombia
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- Department of Endodontics and Research Group in Basic and Clinical Sciences in Dentistry (CBO); School of Dentistry; CES University; Medellín Colombia
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Research Committee; School of Dentistry; CES University and University of Antioquia; Medellín Colombia
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Sant'Anna-Junior A, Guerreiro-Tanomaru JM, Martelo RB, Silva GFD, Tanomaru Filho M. Filling of simulated lateral canals with gutta-percha or thermoplastic polymer by warm vertical compaction. Braz Oral Res 2015; 29:56. [PMID: 25885024 DOI: 10.1590/1807-3107bor-2015.vol29.0056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2014] [Accepted: 01/08/2015] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the ability of gutta-percha and a thermoplastic synthetic polymer (Resilon) to fill simulated lateral canals, using warm vertical compaction. Forty-five single-rooted human teeth were prepared using the rotary crown-down technique. Artificial lateral canals were made at 2, 5, and 8 mm from the working length (WL) in each root. The specimens were divided into three groups (n = 15), according to the filling material: Dentsply gutta-percha (GD), Odous gutta-percha (GO), and Resilon cones (RE). The root canals were obturated using warm vertical compaction, without endodontic sealer. The specimens were subjected to a tooth decalcification and clearing procedure. Filling of the lateral canals was analyzed by digital radiography and digital photographs, using the Image Tool software. The data were subjected to the Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn tests at 5% significance. RE had the best filling ability in all root thirds (p < 0.05), with similar results for GO in the coronal third. In the middle and apical thirds, GD and GO had similar results (p > 0.05). Resilon may be used as an alternative to gutta-percha as a solid core filling material for use with the warm vertical compaction technique. The study findings point to the potential benefit of the warm vertical compaction technique for filling lateral canals, and the study provides further information about using Resilon and gutta-percha as materials for the warm vertical compaction technique.
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- Arnaldo Sant'Anna-Junior
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Araraquara School of Dentistry, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Araraquara School of Dentistry, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Araraquara School of Dentistry, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Araraquara School of Dentistry, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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AIM There are various techniques to study root canal morphology and diaphonization is one of them. There are various methods of decalcification and diaphonization, cited in literature and the main aim of this paper was to give a brief account of the various techniques and share our experience of the technique at a teaching institution in Karachi, Pakistan. MATERIALS AND METHODS Diaphonization is one of the oldest methods and is based on decalcification of teeth followed by clearing and dye penetration. The specimen is later studied under microscope without sectioning. RESULTS After the process of clearing a three-dimensional (3D) structure of the internal canal anatomy was visible with naked eye. CONCLUSION This paper entails a detailed historical background as well as the author's technique including percentages of various chemicals used and the timing of immersion of teeth into these agents. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The read out is simple and can be subjected to interpretation by direct observation under microscope and can be helpful for students undertaking research in not only the discipline of dentistry but also in other fields such as botany and zoology.
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- Kiran Rehman
- Assistant Professor, Department of Operative Dentistry, Liaquat National Hospital and Medical College, Karachi 74800, Pakistan, Phone: +92 3212672957, e-mail:
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Juma Research Laboratory, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
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Ramezanali F, Afkhami F, Soleimani A, Kharrazifard MJ, Rafiee F. Comparison of Cleaning Efficacy and Instrumentation Time in Primary Molars: Mtwo Rotary Instruments vs. Hand K-Files. IRANIAN ENDODONTIC JOURNAL 2015; 10:240-3. [PMID: 26523138 PMCID: PMC4609661 DOI: 10.7508/iej.2015.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2015] [Revised: 07/08/2015] [Accepted: 07/26/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Pulpectomy is the preferred treatment for restorable primary teeth with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis or periradicular lesion. Considering the rather new application of rotary files for pulpectomy of primary teeth, the aim of this study was to compare the cleaning efficacy and instrumentation time of hand K-files and Mtwo rotary system for preparation of human primary molars. METHODS AND MATERIALS This experimental study was conducted on 100 extracted primary maxillary and mandibular intact molars with no resorption. Access cavities were prepared and India ink was injected into the root canal on a vibrator using an insulin syringe. Canals were then divided into 5 groups (n=20): in group I, canals were instrumented using K-files up to #25 for mesial and buccal canals and #30 for palatal and distal canals. In group II, canals were prepared using Mtwo rotary files (15/0.05, 20/0.06 and 25/0.06 for mesial and buccal canals and 15/0.05, 20/0.06, 25/0.06 and finally 30/0.05 for distal and palatal canals). In group III, root canals were only irrigated with saline. Groups IV and V were the positive and negative control groups, respectively. The time required for cleaning and preparation of the canals for each of the specimens in groups I, II and III was recorded. RESULTS The mean score of cleanliness of Mtwo was not significantly different from K-file group (P>0.05). However the mean instrumentation time in Mtwo group was significantly shorter (P<0.001). CONCLUSION Although there were no differences regarding the cleaning efficacy of either system, Mtwo rotary files were far more time efficient.
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- Fatemeh Ramezanali
- Department of Endodontics, Dental School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, International Campus, Tehran, Iran;
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- Department of Endodontics, Dental School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, International Campus, Tehran, Iran;
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- Mofid Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran;
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Malentacca A, Lajolo C. A new technique to make transparent teeth without decalcifying: description of the methodology and micro-hardness assessment. Ann Anat 2014; 197:11-5. [PMID: 25466932 DOI: 10.1016/j.aanat.2014.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2014] [Revised: 09/25/2014] [Accepted: 10/20/2014] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Diaphanisation and other in vitro endodontic models (i.e., plastic blocks, micro-CT reconstruction, computerised models) do not recreate real root canal working conditions: a more realistic endodontic model is essential for testing endodontic devices and teaching purposes. The aim of this study was to describe a new technique to construct transparent teeth without decalcifying and evaluate the micro-hardness of so treated teeth. Thirty freshly extracted teeth were randomly divided into three groups as follows: 10 non-treated teeth (4 molars, 3 premolars, 3 incisors; control group - G1), 10 teeth were diaphanised (4 molars, 4 premolars, 2 incisors - G2) and 10 teeth were treated with the new proposed technique (2 molars, 6 premolars, 2 incisors - G3). Vickers hardness tester (MHT-4 and AxioVision microscope, Carl Zeiss, 37030 Gottingen, Germany - load=50 g, dwell time=20s, slope=5, 50× magnification) was used to determine microhardness (Vickers Hardness Number - VHN). Statistical analysis was performed using the Intercooled Stata 8.0 software (Stata Corporation, College Station, TX, USA). Only groups 1 and 3 could be tested for hardness because diaphanised teeth were too tender and elastic. Differences in enamel VHN were observed between G1 (mean 304.29; DS=10.44; range 283-321) and G3 (mean 318.51; DS=14.36; range 295.5-339.2) - (p<0.05); differences in dentine VHN were observed between G1 (mean 74.73; DS=6.62; range 63.9-88.1) and G3 (mean 64.54; DS=5.55; range 51.2-72.3) - (p<0.05). G3 teeth presented a slightly lower VHN compared to G1, probably due to some little structural differences among groups, and were dramatically harder than the diaphanised teeth. The described technique, thus, can be considered ideal for testing endodontic instruments and for teaching purposes.
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- Oral Pathology and Medicine, Catholic University, Largo F. Vito, 1, I-00168 Rome, Italy.
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Yadav SS, Shah N, Naseem A, Roy TS, Sood S. Effect of “Apical Clearing” and “Apical Foramen Widening” on Apical Ramifications and Bacterial Load in Root Canals. THE BULLETIN OF TOKYO DENTAL COLLEGE 2014; 55:67-75. [DOI: 10.2209/tdcpublication.55.67] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Ozcan E, Eldeniz AÜ, Aydinbelge HA. Assessment of the sealing abilities of several root canal sealers and filling methods. Acta Odontol Scand 2013; 71:1362-9. [PMID: 23394208 DOI: 10.3109/00016357.2012.762990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the sealing abilities of two root canal sealers (epoxy resin-based AH Plus(®) and polydimethylsiloxane-based GuttaFlow(®)) and of five root filling techniques (lateral condensation, matched taper single gutta-percha point, laterally condensed-matched taper gutta-percha point, Thermafil(®) and continuous wave of condensation), using a bacterial leakage model. MATERIALS AND METHODS One hundred and seventy-four single-rooted human teeth were randomly divided into 10 test groups (n = 15) and two control groups (n = 12). The roots that were filled with the test material, using the different root filling techniques, were mounted in a two-chamber bacterial leakage model and Enterococcus faecalis was added to the upper chambers. The lower chambers of all of the specimens were checked every day during the test period (100 days). The day of turbidity was recorded for each sample. Statistical analysis was performed using the Kaplan-Meier and log-rank tests. RESULTS There was no significant difference between the epoxy resin-based and the polydimethylsiloxane-based sealers, irrespective of the filling techniques used (p > 0.05). The continuous wave of condensation technique was found to be superior to the other techniques (p < 0.05). The difference between the other groups was insignificant (p > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS AH Plus and GuttaFlow sealers showed similar levels of sealing ability. The continuous wave of condensation technique had the best sealing capability when compared to the other techniques.
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- Erhan Ozcan
- Selçuk University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics , Konya , Turkey
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Boutsioukis C, Kastrinakis E, Lambrianidis T, Verhaagen B, Versluis M, van der Sluis LWM. Formation and removal of apical vapor lock during syringe irrigation: a combined experimental and Computational Fluid Dynamics approach. Int Endod J 2013; 47:191-201. [DOI: 10.1111/iej.12133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2013] [Accepted: 04/19/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- C. Boutsioukis
- Physics of Fluids Group; Faculty of Science and Technology; University of Twente; Enschede The Netherlands
- MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology; University of Twente; Enschede The Netherlands
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- Chemical Engineering Department; School of Engineering; Aristotle University of Thessaloniki; Thessaloniki Greece
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- Department of Endodontology; Dental School; Aristotle University of Thessaloniki; Thessaloniki Greece
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- Physics of Fluids Group; Faculty of Science and Technology; University of Twente; Enschede The Netherlands
- MIRA Institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine; University of Twente; Enschede The Netherlands
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- Physics of Fluids Group; Faculty of Science and Technology; University of Twente; Enschede The Netherlands
- MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology; University of Twente; Enschede The Netherlands
- MIRA Institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine; University of Twente; Enschede The Netherlands
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- Center of Dentistry and Oral Hygiene; University Medical Center Groningen; University of Groningen; the Netherlands
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Gomes-Filho JE, Moreira JV, Watanabe S, Lodi CS, Cintra LTA, Dezan Junior E, Bernabé PFE, Nery MJ, Otoboni Filho JA. Sealability of MTA and calcium hydroxidecontaining sealers. J Appl Oral Sci 2013; 20:347-51. [PMID: 22858702 PMCID: PMC3881769 DOI: 10.1590/s1678-77572012000300009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2010] [Accepted: 09/01/2011] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate the apical sealability of
Fillapex®, Endo-CPM-Sealer® and Sealapex®.
Material and Methods Ninety-four freshly extracted single-rooted teeth were selected and decoronated.
All teeth were radiographed to confirm the existence of a single and straight root
canal, which was prepared using Protaper Universal and 2.5% sodium hypochlorite.
The teeth were randomly divided in groups of 10 specimens each according to the
sealer, and the canals were filled using the single cone technique and one of the
sealers. Four additional teeth were used as controls. The teeth were submitted to
dye leakage with Rhodamine B for 24 h but using vacuum on the initial 15 min.
Thereafter, they were cut longitudinally and the leakage was measured in a linear
fashion from apex to crown. Data were analyzed by ANOVA and Tukey's tests at 5%
significance level. Results Fillapex® and Sealapex® showed significantly less dye
leakage than Endo-CPM-Sealer® (p<0.05). Conclusions It was concluded that Fillapex® and Sealapex® were able to
prevent apical dye leakage differently from Endo-CPM-Sealer®.
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- João Eduardo Gomes-Filho
- Department of Endodontics, Araçatuba School of Dentistry, UNESP - Univ. Estadual Paulista, Araçatuba, SP, Brazil.
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Giovarruscio M, Uccioli U, Malentacca A, Koller G, Foschi F, Mannocci F. A technique for placement of apical MTA plugs using modified Thermafil carriers for the filling of canals with wide apices. Int Endod J 2012; 46:88-97. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2012.02115.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2011] [Accepted: 07/06/2012] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- M. Giovarruscio
- Department of Conservative Dentistry; Dental Institute; King's College, London; London; UK
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Tanomaru-Filho M, Sant'Anna A, Berbert FLCV, Bosso R, Guerreiro-Tanomaru JM. Ability of gutta-percha and Resilon to fill simulated lateral canals by using the Obtura II system. J Endod 2012; 38:676-9. [PMID: 22515901 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2012.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2011] [Revised: 12/29/2011] [Accepted: 01/08/2012] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of this study was to evaluate the ability of Resilon (Resilon Research, LLC, North Branford, CT) and 2 types of gutta-percha to fill simulated lateral canals when using the Obtura II system (Model 823-700; Obtura Spartan, Fenton, MO). METHODS Forty-five human single-rooted teeth were selected and subjected to root canal preparation. After that, simulated lateral canals were made at 2, 5, and 8 mm from the working length (WL). The specimens were divided into 3 groups (n = 15) according to the filling material used: Obtura Flow 150 gutta-percha (Obtura flow), Odous Endo Flow gutta-percha (Odous; Odous De Deus Ind e Com. Ltda Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil), and Resilon pellets (Resilon). Root canals were filled using the Obtura II system with the tip inserted to 3 mm from the WL. No sealer was used for root canal obturation. Specimens were subjected to a tooth decalcification and clearing method, and filling of the lateral canals was analyzed by digital radiography and photographs. The measurement of lateral canal filling was done using Image Tool software (UTHSCSA Image Tool for Windows version 3.0, San Antonio, TX). Data were statistically analyzed with the Kruskal-Wallis test at 5% significance. RESULTS All materials showed an ability to penetrate into the simulated lateral canals, with a minimum percentage of 73% in all thirds of the root canal. CONCLUSIONS It was concluded that gutta-percha and Resilon are solid core materials with a lateral canal filling ability when used with the Obtura II system.
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- Mário Tanomaru-Filho
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Araraquara Dental School, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil.
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Bismuth-doped injectable calcium phosphate cement with improved radiopacity and potent antimicrobial activity for root canal filling. Acta Biomater 2010; 6:3199-207. [PMID: 20197122 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2010.02.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2009] [Revised: 02/21/2010] [Accepted: 02/24/2010] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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A bismuth-doped injectable calcium phosphate cement (BD-ICPC) with improved radiopacity, potent antimicrobial activity and sealability was developed by introducing bismuth salicylate basic (BSB) into the powder phase of the calcium phosphate cement (CPC). The results showed that the radiopacity and sealability of BD-ICPC were improved compared with pure ICPC. Although BSB had a retarding effect on the setting rate of the cement, the addition of BSB reduced the viscosity and yield stress of BD-ICPC, thus enhanced its injectability. It was noteworthy that BD-ICPC had a potent antimicrobial activity with improved sealability. In addition, BD-ICPC afforded a uniform and tight adaptation to the root canal wall. These results indicate that BD-ICPC possesses a combination of good in vitro radiopacity, high injectability, potent antimicrobial activity, improved sealability and tight adaptation to the root canal. It is expected to be used as a novel root canal filling material.
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Barbosa FOG, Gusman H, Pimenta de Araújo MC. A comparative study on the frequency, location, and direction of accessory canals filled with the hydraulic vertical condensation and continuous wave of condensation techniques. J Endod 2009; 35:397-400. [PMID: 19249603 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2008.12.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2008] [Revised: 12/10/2008] [Accepted: 12/23/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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The present study compared the frequency, location, and direction of accessory canals filled with two different filling techniques. Sixty-four mandibular first molars were accessed, prepared, and divided into two groups of 32 teeth each. The teeth from group A and group B were filled using the hydraulic vertical condensation technique and the continuous wave of condensation technique, respectively. The specimens were then decalcified, dehydrated, rendered transparent, and analyzed by three independent evaluators. There was no significant difference (t test, p < 0.05) between the two groups in relation to the total number of filled ramifications. Moreover, there was no significant difference among the three thirds of the roots in relation to the number of filled ramifications (analysis of variance, p < 0.05). The filled ramifications were more frequently detected toward lingual, buccal, distal-lingual, and distal-buccal directions. It was concluded that the two filling techniques are not different in relation to the frequency, location, and direction of the ramifications filled.
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de Gregorio C, Estevez R, Cisneros R, Heilborn C, Cohenca N. Effect of EDTA, Sonic, and Ultrasonic Activation on the Penetration of Sodium Hypochlorite into Simulated Lateral Canals: An In Vitro Study. J Endod 2009; 35:891-5. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2009.03.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 116] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2009] [Revised: 03/14/2009] [Accepted: 03/15/2009] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Venturi M. An Ex Vivo Evaluation of a Gutta-Percha Filling Technique When Used with Two Endodontic Sealers: Analysis of the Filling of Main and Lateral Canals. J Endod 2008; 34:1105-10. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2008.06.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2008] [Revised: 06/18/2008] [Accepted: 06/24/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Almeida JFA, Gomes BPFA, Ferraz CCR, Souza-Filho FJ, Zaia AA. Filling of artificial lateral canals and microleakage and flow of five endodontic sealers. Int Endod J 2007; 40:692-9. [PMID: 17608677 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2007.01268.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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AIM To evaluate the flow characteristics of AH Plus, Epiphany Root Canal Sealant, Endométhasone, Pulp Canal Sealer (EWT) and Sealapex and their ability to fill artificial lateral canals and prevent microleakage. METHODOLOGY Flow of the sealers was analysed using the American Dental Association (ADA) 57 and the International Standards Organization (ISO) 6,876 specifications. Two lateral canals were produced in the middle and apical third of 64 roots using 0.1 mm cylindrical drills. Lateral condensation of gutta-percha or Resilon and one or other of the sealers were used to fill the root canals. Buccal-lingual digital radiographs were exposed. After the sealer had set, the roots were immersed in Indian ink and cleared in methyl salicylate. The extent of filling and dye penetration were measured on the buccal and lingual root surfaces under 30 x magnification with a stereoscope. RESULTS AH Plus, Epiphany and Pulp Canal Sealer (EWT) complied with ADA 57 and ISO 6,876 specifications. Sealapex complied with the ADA 57 specification but not with ISO 6,876. Endométhasone did not comply with either specification. Filling of lateral canals was similar for the five sealers tested. Dye leakage demonstrated that AH Plus, Epiphany and Sealapex permitted less leakage than Pulp Canal Sealer (EWT) (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS All the sealers flowed into the 0.1 mm artificial lateral canals. AH Plus, Epiphany and Sealapex allowed less linear leakage than Pulp Canal Sealer (EWT). The flow of Endométhasone did not comply with either ADA 57 or ISO 6,876 specifications and Sealapex did not comply with ISO 6,876.
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- J F A Almeida
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Piracicaba Dental School, State University of Campinas-UNICAMP, Piracicaba, SP, Brazil
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Bertacci A, Baroni C, Breschi L, Venturi M, Prati C. The influence of smear layer in lateral channels filling. Clin Oral Investig 2007; 11:353-9. [PMID: 17574482 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-007-0127-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2006] [Accepted: 05/14/2007] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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This in vitro study evaluated the ability of a warm gutta-percha obturation system Thermafil to fill lateral channels in presence/absence of smear layer. Forty single-rooted extracted human teeth were randomly divided into two groups for which different irrigation regimens were used: group A, 5 ml of 5% NaOCl + 2.5 ml of 3.6% H(2)O(2); group B, 5 ml of 5% NaOCl 5% + 2.5 ml of 17% ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid. A conventional crown-down preparation technique was employed. Obturation was performed using epoxy resin-based cement (AH Plus) and a warm gutta-percha plastic carrier system (Thermafil). Specimens were cleared in methyl salicylate and analyzed under a stereomicroscope to evaluate the number, length, and diameter of lateral channels. Lateral channels were identified in both groups at medium and apical thirds. Additional samples were prepared for scanning electron microscopy inspection to confirm the presence of smear layer in group A, and the absence of smear layer in group B. All lateral channels resulted filled in both groups. No statistically significant differences regarding number, length, and diameter were observed between the two groups. Smear layer did not prevent the sealing of lateral channels.
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- Angelica Bertacci
- Endodontics Unit, Department of Oral Sciences, University of Bologna, via San Vitale 59, 40125 Bologna, Italy.
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CANTATORE GIUSEPPE, BERUTTI ELIO, CASTELLUCCI ARNALDO. Missed anatomy: frequency and clinical impact. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2006. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1601-1546.2009.00240.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 78] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Venturi M. Evaluation of canal filling after using two warm vertical gutta-percha compaction techniques in vivo: a preliminary study. Int Endod J 2006; 39:538-46. [PMID: 16776758 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2006.01106.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM To evaluate the quality of root canal filling when comparing two warm gutta-percha filling techniques in vivo. METHODOLOGY Human teeth were randomly divided into two equal groups, with 30 canals each. The root canals were shaped by hand and ProFile 0.04 rotary instruments to size 20-40 at the end-point and then filled with gutta-percha cones and AH-Plus. In group A, a traditional warm vertical compaction technique was performed using the Touch'n Heat, and back-filling with the Obtura II. In group B, a modified warm vertical compaction technique was used: small amounts of gutta-percha were removed, and the remaining most apical 3 mm were compacted with a 1 mm movement; then thermomechanical back-filling was performed. The teeth were extracted, stored in dye, cleared, and the distance between the apex and apical limit of the filling, linear dye penetration, and voids were measured from the buccal, lingual, mesial and distal perspective. The homogeneity of variance and means was verified using Levene's test and t-test. ANOVA and Dunnett post hoc test were used to establish the significance and to analyse the effects through multiple comparisons. RESULTS Compared with the specimens of group A, the specimens of group B exhibited less mean linear dye penetration (P < 0.05), smaller void length (P < or = 0.05) and maximal width (P < or = 0.05) when examined in all four views, and a more precise filling when viewed from the buccal aspect (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS The modified warm vertical compaction technique with apical back-filling produced a more effective and precise three-dimensional filling.
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- M Venturi
- Department of Dental Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
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Aims of this work were to examine lateral canals in extracted teeth, to propose a new technique to produce artificial lateral canals, and to compare two obturation techniques. Cleared roots were examined to record measure and shape of lateral canals. Artificial lateral canals were prepared on human demineralized teeth before final clearing. Specimens were divided in two groups: canals of group 1 were filled with Schilder's technique, canals of group 2 were filled with vertical compaction with apical backfilling. Stereomicroscopic analysis of lateral canal filling revealed lower filling rates in apical canals compared to coronal ones and higher filling rates with "vertical compaction with apical backfilling" compared to Schilder's group. The tested procedure appears to be a reliable technique to obtain standardized lateral canals and to compare filling procedures.
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- Mauro Venturi
- Department of Dental Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Tay FR, Loushine RJ, Monticelli F, Weller RN, Breschi L, Ferrari M, Pashley DH. Effectiveness of Resin-Coated Gutta-Percha Cones and a Dual-Cured, Hydrophilic Methacrylate Resin-Based Sealer in Obturating Root Canals. J Endod 2005; 31:659-64. [PMID: 16123701 DOI: 10.1097/01.don.0000171942.69081.53] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The introduction of a polybutadiene-diisocyanate-methacylate resin-coating of gutta-percha enables the polyisoprene to be chemically coupled to methacrylate-based resin root canal sealers. This study examined the effectiveness of using passively fitting cones of this type of gutta-percha with a dual-cured version of EndoREZ sealer in obturating cleaned and shaped root canals. The hydrophilic nature of the sealer enabled the creation of an extensive network of 800 to 1200 mum long sealer resin tags after removal of the endodontic smear layer. Although no adhesive was employed, thin hybrid layers in root dentin were observed when EDTA was used as the final rinse. Nevertheless, interfacial gaps and silver leakage could be observed along the sealer-dentin interfaces that might be attributed predominantly to polymerization shrinkage of the sealer. Gaps and silver leakage were also identified between the gutta-percha resin-coating and the sealer.
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- Franklin R Tay
- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR, China
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AIM To examine the potential and accuracy of micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) for imaging of filled root canals. METHODOLOGY The root canals of five extracted maxillary teeth were shaped manually with K-files. After irrigation and drying, the root canals were filled by lateral condensation using gutta-percha cones and AH plus (Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland) as sealer. The filled root canals were examined by micro-CT at resolutions <11 microm. Three-dimensional reconstructions of the root canal fillings were made. The roots were sectioned histologically and standard photographs of the sectioned surfaces were taken. Digitized photographic images and the corresponding micro-CT sections were correlated qualitatively by superimposition. Quantitative morphometric data were obtained with respect to the surface area of the root canal filling and the individual gutta-percha points of the histological and the micro-CT sections. Pearson correlation coefficients were calculated. RESULTS There was a good qualitative correlation between the images from the histological and the micro-CT sections. The fillings were clearly differentiated from the root canal walls. Individual gutta-percha cones and sealer were discernable. Pearson correlation coefficients showed a highly significant correlation between the two methods (P < 0.001) with respect to the area of the complete root canal filling (r = 0.992) and the gutta-percha cones (r = 0.968). CONCLUSIONS The micro-CT technique was a highly accurate and nondestructive method for the evaluation of root canal fillings and its constituents. Qualitative and quantitative correlation between histological and micro-CT examination of root canal fillings was high.
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- M Jung
- Polyclinic for Operative and Preventive Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Justus-Liebig-University, Giessen, Germany.
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Venturi M, Breschi L. Evaluation of Apical Filling After Warm Vertical Gutta-Percha Compaction Using Different Procedures. J Endod 2004; 30:436-40. [PMID: 15167475 DOI: 10.1097/00004770-200406000-00015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The aim of the present study was to evaluate the quality of endodontic sealing in the apical 4 mm of narrow and curved canals using different filling techniques. Human teeth were selected and assigned to four different techniques: group A, Schilder's warm vertical condensation; group B, Schilder's technique modified by using an electric heater; group C, Schilder's technique modified by compaction of the apical tract at body temperature; and group D, a modified vertical compaction with apical back-filling. A dye penetration test was performed, and specimens of group D showed increased apical sealing and reduced extension of voids. The use of the vertical compaction with apical back-filling technique allowed the creation of an effective apical plug and an excellent adaptation of back-filling to apical gutta-percha and to root canal walls.
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- Mauro Venturi
- Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Trieste, Via Stuparich 1, 34129 Trieste, Italy
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