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Dianat O, Naseri M, Safi Y, Modaberi A, Zargar N, Peters OA, Farajollahi M. Accuracy comparison of single- and double-sleeve endodontic guides for fiber post removal. BMC Oral Health 2024; 24:497. [PMID: 38678244 PMCID: PMC11055251 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-024-04283-w] [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: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 04/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to assess the accuracy of two different endodontic guides for fiber post removal. METHODS In this in vitro study, 54 maxillary canine fiber posts were mounted on 36 maxillary stone casts; 18 teeth were mounted unilaterally, and 36 teeth were mounted bilaterally. Static endodontic guides were fabricated according to baseline cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and intraoral optical scans using Blue Sky software. In the single-sleeve endodontic guides group (SSG), two anterior and two posterior teeth were included in a 5-unit guide. In the double-sleeve endodontic guides group (DSG) group, the guide was passed through the midline to include both canine teeth and extended by 2 teeth posterior to the canine teeth bilaterally (a 10-unit guide). After drilling, postoperative CBCT scans were taken and superimposed on the virtually designed path, and the maximum coronal deviation (MCD) at the marginal entry point of the tooth, maximum apical deviation (MAD) at 10 mm apical to the tooth margin, and maximum angular deflection (MAnD) of the drill were calculated. RESULTS The mean MCD, MAD, and MAnD were 0.34 mm, 0.6 mm, and 2.32 degrees, respectively, in the SSG and 0.31 mm, 0.7 mm, and 2.37 degrees, respectively, in the DSG. The two groups were not significantly different from each other in terms of MCD (P = 0.573), MAD (P = 0.290), or MAnD (P = 0.896). CONCLUSIONS The accuracies of the two techniques, the extended double sleeve guide and the single sleeve guide, were comparable and thus DSG may be used for removal of fiber posts in adjacent or distant teeth.
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- Omid Dianat
- Division of Endodontics, Department of Advanced Oral Sciences and Therapeutics, School of Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, School of Dentistry, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Dentistry, The University of Queensland, Herston, QLD, Australia
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- Iranian Center for Endodontic Research, Research Institute of Dental Sciences, School of Dentistry, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Lewis NV, Aggarwal S. Static Guided Endodontic Approach for Pulp Canal Obliteration: A Case Report. Cureus 2023; 15:e42379. [PMID: 37621785 PMCID: PMC10445664 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.42379] [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: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Traumatic injuries to the permanent dentition have deleterious sequelae if not treated adequately. In luxation injuries, it has been observed that tertiary dentin apposition may occur and can lead to calcification and closure of the pulp space. This is commonly referred to as pulp canal calcification or pulp canal obliteration. This often presents a challenge to clinicians when endodontic treatment is indicated. Static guided endodontic therapy has been advocated in such cases and has been successfully employed as a treatment strategy in recent years. This involves the design and fabrication of a digital stent, which serves as a guide for the clinician and provides a straight path to the targeted tissue site. This article reports a case of pulp canal obliteration secondary to a luxation injury sustained due to a vehicular accident. The case was treated using the static guided endodontic approach to achieve a minimal direct access to the targeted pulp chamber space.
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- Neil V Lewis
- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, IND
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- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, IND
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Duan X, Zhang Q, Jiang Y, Wu X, Yue X, Geng Y, Shen J, Ding D. Semiconducting Polymer Nanoparticles with Intramolecular Motion-Induced Photothermy for Tumor Phototheranostics and Tooth Root Canal Therapy. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2022; 34:e2200179. [PMID: 35239994 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202200179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2022] [Revised: 02/12/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Much effort is devoted to develop agents with superior photoacoustic/photothermal properties for improved disease diagnosis and treatment. Herein, a new fused two isoindigo (DIID)-based semiconducting conjugated polymer (named PBDT-DIID) is rationally designed and synthesized with a strong near-infrared absorption band ranging from 700 to 1000 nm. Water-dispersing nanoparticles (NPs) of PBDT-DIID are prepared with good biocompatibility and a rather high photothermal conversion efficiency (70.6%), as the active excited-state intramolecular twist around the central double bonds in DIID permits most of the absorbed excitation energy flow to heat deactivation pathway through internal conversion. The photoacoustic signal can be further magnified by incorporation of polylactide (PLA) in the NP core to confine the generated heat of PBDT-DIID within NPs. The resultant doped NPs show excellent performance in photoacoustic imaging-guided photothermal therapy in an orthotopic 4T1 breast tumor-bearing mouse model. It is also found that the photothermal effect of the PBDT-DIID NPs is safe and quite efficacious to highly improve the root canal treatment outcome by heating the 1% NaClO solution inside the root canal upon 808 nm laser irradiation in a human extracted tooth root canal infection model.
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- Xingchen Duan
- Central Laboratory of Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin, 300041, China
- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Key Laboratory of Bioactive Materials, Ministry of Education, and College of Life Sciences, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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- Central Laboratory of Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin, 300041, China
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- School of National University of Singapore and Tianjin University, International Campus of Tianjin University, Binhai New City, Fuzhou, 350207, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Key Laboratory of Bioactive Materials, Ministry of Education, and College of Life Sciences, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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- Central Laboratory of Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin, 300041, China
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- School of National University of Singapore and Tianjin University, International Campus of Tianjin University, Binhai New City, Fuzhou, 350207, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering and Tianjin Key Laboratory of Molecular Optoelectronic Science, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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- Central Laboratory of Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin, 300041, China
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- Central Laboratory of Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin, 300041, China
- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Key Laboratory of Bioactive Materials, Ministry of Education, and College of Life Sciences, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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Moreno‐Rabié C, Torres A, Lambrechts P, Jacobs R. Clinical applications, accuracy and limitations of guided endodontics: a systematic review. Int Endod J 2019; 53:214-231. [DOI: 10.1111/iej.13216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2019] [Accepted: 09/06/2019] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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- C. Moreno‐Rabié
- OMFS‐IMPATH Research Group Department of Imaging and Pathology Faculty of Medicine University of Leuven LeuvenBelgium
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- OMFS‐IMPATH Research Group Department of Imaging and Pathology Faculty of Medicine University of Leuven LeuvenBelgium
- Department of Oral Health Sciences Endodontology University Hospitals Leuven Leuven Belgium
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences Endodontology University Hospitals Leuven Leuven Belgium
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- OMFS‐IMPATH Research Group Department of Imaging and Pathology Faculty of Medicine University of Leuven LeuvenBelgium
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery University Hospitals Leuven LeuvenBelgium
- Department of Dental Medicine Karolinska Institutet Stockholm Sweden
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Separated Instrument in Endodontics: Frequency, Treatment and Prognosis. BALKAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL MEDICINE 2018. [DOI: 10.2478/bjdm-2018-0022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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Instrument separation during endodontic therapy is a frequent accident with rotary instruments being more likely to separate than manual ones. The treatment of cases with a separated instrument can be either conservative or surgical. A conservative approach involves the following treatment choices: a) bypass of the fragment, b) removal of the fragment, c) instrumentation and obturation coronally to the fragment. Concerning the removal of a separated instrument, a variety of techniques and systems have been developed. Ultrasonics, in combination with the operative microscope constitute the most effective and reliable tools for removing a separated endodontic instrument from a root canal. The likelihood of successful removal depends on: the level of separation (coronal, middle or apical third); location in relation to the root canal curvature; the type of separated instrument; its length; the degree of canal curvature and the tooth type. Several complications may occur during the management of a separated instrument: separation of the ultrasonic tip or file used for bypassing or removing the instrument; further separation of the fragment; perforation; ledge; extrusion of the file into periapical tissues; tooth weakening due to dentin removal, as well as excessive temperature rise in periodontal tissues. Prognosis for a tooth retaining a separated instrument depends on the presence of a periapical lesion, the microbial load of the root canal during the time of separation and the quality of the obturation.
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Connert T, Zehnder MS, Amato M, Weiger R, Kühl S, Krastl G. Microguided Endodontics: a method to achieve minimally invasive access cavity preparation and root canal location in mandibular incisors using a novel computer-guided technique. Int Endod J 2017; 51:247-255. [DOI: 10.1111/iej.12809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2016] [Accepted: 06/26/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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- T. Connert
- Department of Periodontology, Endodontology and Cariology; University Centre for Dental Medicine; University of Basel; Basel Switzerland
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- Department of Periodontology, Endodontology and Cariology; University Centre for Dental Medicine; University of Basel; Basel Switzerland
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- Department of Periodontology, Endodontology and Cariology; University Centre for Dental Medicine; University of Basel; Basel Switzerland
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- Department of Periodontology, Endodontology and Cariology; University Centre for Dental Medicine; University of Basel; Basel Switzerland
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- Department of Oral Surgery; Oral Radiology and Oral Medicine; University Centre for Dental Medicine; University of Basel; Basel Switzerland
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology; University of Würzburg; Würzburg Germany
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Gokturk H, Ozkocak I, Taskan MM, Aytac F, Karaarslan ES. In vitro evaluation of temperature rise during different post space preparations. Eur J Dent 2016; 9:535-541. [PMID: 26929693 PMCID: PMC4745236 DOI: 10.4103/1305-7456.172630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate temperature alterations on the outer root surface during post space preparation with six different post drills by using an infrared thermometer. Materials and Methods: Sixty extracted single-rooted human mandibular incisor teeth were used. After root canal obturation, the specimens were divided into six groups (n = 10). During post space preparation, the temperature rises were measured in the middle third of the roots using a noncontact infrared thermometer with a sensitivity of 0.1°C. The temperature data were transferred from the thermometer to the computer and were observed graphically. Results: The maximum temperature rise was observed in Snowpost 2 (29.95 ± 10.2°C) (P < 0.001), but there were no significant differences among Snowpost 2 (29.95 ± 10.2°C), Snowpost 1 (24.6 ± 8.0°C), and Relyx 2 (17.68 ± 9.1°C) (P > 0.05). Conclusions: Although water coolant used, the critical temperature rise was observed on the outer root surface in all post drill systems.
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- Hakan Gokturk
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat, Turkiye
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat, Turkiye
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- Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat, Turkiye
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat, Turkiye
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat, Turkiye
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Sareen S, Pathak AK, Singhal D, Dixit J, Purwar P. Coverage of denuded labial bone resulting from post space preparation with a free gingival autograft: lessons learnt. BMJ Case Rep 2015; 2015:bcr-2015-211427. [PMID: 26290565 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2015-211427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Rehabilitation of endodontically treated teeth by post and core preparation is a common procedure in day to day dental practice. However, in some instances, post space preparation can produce excessive frictional heat leading to significant damage to the attachment apparatus of the tooth as well as to the overlying soft tissue. This report describes a case of mucosal dehiscence arising due to trauma induced by inadvertent post space preparation. The denuded mucosa was restored to its physiological position with the help of free gingival autograft obtained from the palatal donor site. The aesthetic results obtained were excellent and have been stable for a period of 2 years.
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- Sagar Sareen
- Faculty of Dental Sciences, Department of Periodontology, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Faculty of Dental Sciences, Department of Periodontology, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Faculty of Dental Sciences, Department of Periodontology, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Faculty of Dental Sciences, Department of Periodontology, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Amade ES, Novais VR, Roscoe MG, Azevedo FMF, Bicalho AA, Soares CJ. Root Dentin Strain and Temperature Rise During Endodontic Treatment and Post Rehabilitation. Braz Dent J 2013; 24:591-8. [DOI: 10.1590/0103-6440201302268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2013] [Accepted: 11/07/2013] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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This study investigated the effects of endodontic treatment procedures and different post systems rehabilitation steps on the strain and temperature rise on apical and cervical root dentin regions. Twenty-one extracted human canine teeth had two strain gages attached to the distal root surface and two thermocouples attached to the mesial root surface (cervical and apical). The strain and temperature rise were recorded during the following procedures: root canal preparation, final rinse and drying, root canal filling and canal relief. Then the teeth were divided into three groups (n=7), according to the type of post system: CPC, cast post and core; FGP, fiberglass post; and PSP, prefabricated steel post. Data continued to be recorded during the post space preparation, post modeling (only for CPC), post trying and post cementation. Data were subjected to a two-way ANOVA followed by Tukey's test (α=0.05). The post-space preparation caused the highest temperature rise (4.0-14.9 °C) and the highest strain in the apical region during irrespective of post type. The resin cement light-activation resulted in significant temperature increases in the cervical region for all of the groups. The canal relief and the post-space preparation produced highest temperature rises. The CPC post modeling resulted in higher root strain level similarly the level of post preparation. The PSP resulted in highest strain during post trying and post cementation.
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- Euridsse Sulemane Amade
- UFU - Federal University of Uberlandia, Brazil; ISCTEM - Institute of Sciences and Technology of Mozambique, Mozambique
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Kilic K, Er O, Kilinc HI, Aslan T, Bendes E, Sekerci AE, Aslantas V. Infrared thermographic comparison of temperature increases on the root surface during dowel space preparations using circular versus oval fiber dowel systems. J Prosthodont 2012; 22:203-7. [PMID: 22985416 DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-849x.2012.00919.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The purpose was to evaluate temperature increases during dowel space preparations with oval and circular fiber dowel systems. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study included 42 single-rooted human mandibular premolars. Roots were scanned with cone-beam computerized tomography (CBCT) to determine the ovoid root canal morphology. Root canals were treated with Ni-Ti rotary instruments and obturated. A second CBCT was taken to determine the thinnest dentin thickness of each root. Roots were randomly divided into two groups (n = 21) according to the fiber dowel system used: group 1, circular fiber dowel system (D.T. Light-Post); group 2, oval fiber dowel system (Ellipson Post). Dowel spaces were prepared using a circular fiber dowel drill and a diamond-coated ultrasonic tip with an oval section under water cooling until 9 mm dowel spaces were obtained. Temperature changes were recorded from the thinnest root surfaces using a FLIR E60 thermal imaging camera. RESULTS Temperature increases were significantly greater with the circular fiber dowel system than with the oval fiber dowel system (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Although both dowel systems generated high temperature increases on root surfaces, the relatively lower temperature increase associated with the use of oval fiber dowels in ovoid canals makes it preferable to the use of circular fiber dowels.
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- Kerem Kilic
- Department of Prosthodontics, Erciyes University, Faculty of Dentistry, Kayseri, Turkey.
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Lipski M, Mrozek J, Droździk A. Influence of water cooling on root surface temperature generated during post space preparation. J Endod 2010; 36:713-6. [PMID: 20307749 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2010.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2009] [Revised: 12/29/2009] [Accepted: 01/03/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION This in vitro study evaluated the temperature increases on the root surface of teeth during preparation of post space with and without water cooling. METHODS Thirty premolar teeth with a single canal were used. After root canal obturation, the teeth were divided into 2 groups, and post spaces were prepared by using a drill without cooling (dry group) and with water irrigation of 25 mL/min(-1) (wet group). Temperatures were measured on the entire root surface by using a thermal imaging camera. RESULTS Root surface temperature increases were significantly lower when post spaces were created with water cooling compared with dry post preparation (P < .0001 for root canal filling removal and P < .0001 for post space preparation). In both groups, significantly higher temperatures were recorded during the post space preparation than during the filling removal (P < .001 for nonirrigated teeth and P < .001 for irrigated teeth). CONCLUSIONS Irrigation during post space preparation significantly influenced the outer root surface temperature. The risk of irreversible injury to the root surrounding tissues is potentially minimized when post space is prepared by using water cooling.
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- Mariusz Lipski
- Department of Preclinical Conservative Dentistry and Preclinical Endodontics, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland.
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Horan BB, Tordik PA, Imamura G, Goodell GG. Effect of Dentin Thickness on Root Surface Temperature of Teeth Undergoing Ultrasonic Removal of Posts. J Endod 2008; 34:453-5. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2008.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2007] [Revised: 01/06/2008] [Accepted: 01/07/2008] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Ettrich CA, Labossière PE, Pitts DL, Johnson JD. An Investigation of the Heat Induced during Ultrasonic Post Removal. J Endod 2007; 33:1222-6. [PMID: 17889694 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2007.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2007] [Revised: 06/07/2007] [Accepted: 06/11/2007] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to investigate the potential for temperature increase along the external root surface during ultrasonic post removal in a simulated clinical environment. Thirty-seven extracted teeth were decoronated, instrumented, and then obturated with gutta-percha and sealer. Post spaces were prepared, followed by cementation of stainless steel posts. A simulated clinical environment was created by using a polymethylmethacrylate sheet with holes custom fitted for the extracted teeth and then suspended over a heated water bath. Two thermocouples were attached at 6 and 12 mm from the top of the post along the external root surface. Teeth were divided into 3 test groups, no coolant, air-cooled, and water-cooled. Temperature changes were recorded by using a Vishay 5000 Strain Smart system. Results demonstrated that a significant difference existed in the average heat rates between the upper and lower thermocouples for no coolant and water-cooled groups at the medium setting and the air-cooled group at the high setting. The average heat rates were significantly different between the 2 thermocouples for all 3 groups when comparing the 2 ultrasonic power settings. Results indicated that the average heat rate was less for the water-cooled group when using a medium power setting.
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- Christopher A Ettrich
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington 93195, USA
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Huttula AS, Tordik PA, Imamura G, Eichmiller FC, McClanahan SB. The Effect of Ultrasonic Post Instrumentation on Root Surface Temperature. J Endod 2006; 32:1085-7. [PMID: 17055912 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2006.05.005] [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: 02/06/2006] [Revised: 05/05/2006] [Accepted: 05/17/2006] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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This study measured root surface temperature changes when ultrasonic vibration, with and without irrigation, was applied to cemented endodontic posts. Twenty-six, extracted, single-rooted premolars were randomly divided into two groups. Root lengths were standardized, canals instrumented, obturated, and posts cemented into prepared spaces. Thermocouples were positioned at two locations on the proximal root surfaces. Samples were embedded in plaster and brought to 37 degrees C in a water bath. Posts were ultrasonically vibrated for 4 minutes while continuously measuring temperature. Two-way ANOVA compared effects of water coolant and thermocouple location on temperature change. Root surface temperatures were significantly higher (p < 0.001) when posts were instrumented dry. A trend for higher temperatures was observed at coronal thermocouples of nonirrigated teeth and at apical thermocouples of irrigated teeth (p = 0.057). Irrigation during post removal with ultrasonics had a significant impact on the temperature measured at the external root surface.
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Gluskin AH, Ruddle CJ, Zinman EJ. Thermal injury through intraradicular heat transfer using ultrasonic devices. J Am Dent Assoc 2005; 136:1286-93. [PMID: 16196235 DOI: 10.14219/jada.archive.2005.0346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND The use of ultrasonic energy is a highly efficient method of removing obstructions and cements within the root canal space when re-treatment or rehabilitation of that ultrasonic energy dislodges and removes cemented objects from the bonded interface of the canal wall. When using this method, there is less potential for structural loss or root damage and significantly less operator stress than when using other methods. CASE DESCRIPTIONS There is little evidence in published research of the considerable heat transfer that occurs during use of ultrasonic devices to remove posts, pastes and separated instruments in teeth. The authors present three cases of patients who experienced serious burn injuries during application of ultrasonic energy for restorative dentistry. The authors also offer techniques and strategies for safe and effective use of ultrasonic devices. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS On the basis of the best available evidence, the authors recommend strategies to provide safe and effective therapy while using ultrasonic devices in intraradicular obstruction removal. The intent of the suggested protocols is to provide advanced and sophisticated therapies in a safe and regulated manner with patient safety as an overriding priority.
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- Alan H Gluskin
- Department of Endodontics, Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA.
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Failure of root canal treatment and/or post crowns can be avoided in many cases if appropriate tooth preparation is carried out. This paper discusses the rationale for the timing of post placement following root canal treatment and appropriate methods for removal of gutta-percha prior to post space preparation. The basic principles of post space preparation are described, which should reduce the risk of weakening the root unnecessarily, causing damage to the periodontium and post perforation.
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Anjo T, Ebihara A, Takeda A, Takashina M, Sunakawa M, Suda H. Removal of Two Types of Root Canal Filling Material Using Pulsed Nd:YAG Laser Irradiation. Photomed Laser Surg 2004; 22:470-6. [PMID: 15684745 DOI: 10.1089/pho.2004.22.470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to examine the usefulness of a pulsed Nd:YAG laser in removing two types of endodontic obturation material from the root canal in vitro. BACKGROUND DATA Recently, a fine flexible glass fiber made of quartz has been developed to transmit the laser beam more effectively and permit its concentration in a specific area. This has increased the potential usefulness of the Nd:YAG laser in root canal treatment. METHODS The time required for removing the root canal obturation material (Gutta-percha cones and, Sealapex or AH26) by means of either Nd:YAG laser irradiation or a conventional method (Gates Glidden drills and K files) was measured. Contact microradiography was used to assess the radiopacity of the root canals before and after the removal of obturation material. The surfaces of the root canal after removal of the obturation materials were also observed by scanning electron microscopy. RESULTS Although none of the methods used in this study resulted in complete removal of debris from the root canal wall, the time required for the removal of any of the root canal obturation materials using laser ablation was significantly shorter than that required using the conventional method (p < 0.05). It appeared that some orifices of the dentinal tubules were blocked with melted dentin following laser irradiation. CONCLUSIONS Nd:YAG laser irradiation is an effective tool for the removal of root canal obturation materials, and may offer advantages over the conventional method.
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- Tomoo Anjo
- Pulp Biology and Endodontics, Department of Restorative Sciences, Graduate School, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Tokyo, Japan.
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Lea SC, Landini G, Walmsley AD. Thermal imaging of ultrasonic scaler tips during tooth instrumentation. J Clin Periodontol 2004; 31:370-5. [PMID: 15086619 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-051x.2004.00491.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVES During ultrasonic scaling procedures, contact of the scaler tip with the tooth surface will produce frictional heating. The aim of this study was to assess this heat generation using an Agema 900 thermal imaging system. MATERIALS AND METHODS Both the Cavitron sustained performance system (SPS) with TFI-3 tip and the Mini Piezon with P-tip were tested. Handpieces were fixed with their sides facing the thermal camera and thermal image sequences or "movies" created. Measurements were performed with tips under loads of 25, 50 and 100 g, at water flow rates of 10, 20 and 40 ml/min and low, medium and high generator power settings. A measurement point was superimposed on the resulting thermal images at the tip/tooth contact site and the temperature variation with time recorded. RESULTS All combinations of instrumentation produced an increase in temperature. An increase in temperature was generally observed with increasing load (for given power/water), power setting (for given load/water) and a decrease in water flow rate (for given load/power). CONCLUSION Heat generation is minimised by using low/medium power settings and light contact. Care must be taken to ensure adequate water is present at the site of instrumentation to prevent patient discomfort due to excessive heating.
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- Simon C Lea
- School of Dentistry, The University of Birmingham, St Chad's Queensway, Birmingham B4 6NN, UK.
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Capelli A, Guerisoli DMZ, Barbin EL, Spanó JCE, Pécora JD. In vitro evaluation of the thermal alterations on the root surface during preparation with different Ni-Ti rotary instruments. Braz Dent J 2004; 15:115-8. [PMID: 15776193 DOI: 10.1590/s0103-64402004000200006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The present study evaluated, in vitro, the temperature alterations on the external root surface during instrumentation with four different rotary systems. A total of 20 extracted human maxillary lateral incisors were instrumented using either the ProFile, MicroMega, Quantec or K³ systems and the thermal alterations on the root surface were recorded by means of three thermocouples attached to the coronal, middle and apical portions of the root. Mean temperature increases no higher than 0.4ºC ± 1.0ºC (ProFile system) were recorded, which indicates that these instruments are safe for the surrounding periodontal tissues.
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- Alexandre Capelli
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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Kesler G, Gal R, Kesler A, Koren R. Histological and scanning electron microscope examination of root canal after preparation with Er:YAG laser microprobe: a preliminary in vitro study. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL LASER MEDICINE & SURGERY 2002; 20:269-77. [PMID: 12470457 DOI: 10.1089/10445470260420786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Until now, there has been no study that demonstrates the effectiveness of Er:YAG laser microprobes to clean and shape the root canal without using any mechanical instrumentation. MATERIALS AND METHODS The study was conducted on 28 single-rooted extracted central incisors teeth with straight roots. Fourteen were mechanically prepared and served as the control group, and 14 were treated by Er:YAG laser only. From every group, half of the teeth were examined histiolgically and half by SEM. The instrument tested was an Er:YAG laser with microprobes 200-400 micro in diameter and 20 mm in length, coupled onto special handpieces, attached to the delivery fiber of an OPUS 20 Er:YAG laser. The Er:YAG laser was applied with the following parameters: wavelength 2.94 microm; pulse duration 400 msec; repetition rate 10 Hz; energy per pulse 140 mJ for the 400 micro microprobe and 90 mJ for the 200-micro microprobe. RESULTS For the control group, histologically, large amounts of residual pulp tissue were found in the root canal cavity, and open tubules were seen in all the specimens; SEM examination showed very uniform root canal, from apical to cervical portion, high number of open tubules, and different levels of canal debridment. For the study group, histologically, no residual pulp tissue was found in the root canal cavity and open tubules were seen in all the specimens; SEM examination showed the root canal free of debris, removed smear layer, open dentinal tubules, and different levels of enlargement. CONCLUSION Our results show that the Er:YAG laser special microprobes are effective in shaping, cleaning, and enlarging straight root canals faster and more efficiently then traditional methods.
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- Gavriel Kesler
- Dental Clinic Center, Hasharon Hospital, Petah Tikva, Israel.
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de Paula Eduardo C, Gouw-Soares S. The Use of Lasers for Endodontic Applicationsin Dentistry. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2001. [DOI: 10.1078/1615-1615-00027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Floren JW, Weller RN, Pashley DH, Kimbrough WF. Changes in root surface temperatures with in vitro use of the system B HeatSource. J Endod 1999; 25:593-5. [PMID: 10687534 DOI: 10.1016/s0099-2399(99)80314-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to measure root surface temperatures while using the System B HeatSource at various temperature settings. A split-tooth model of a human maxillary central incisor was prepared with 10 thermocouples to record root surface temperatures at 1-mm increments from the root apex. A System B HeatSource model 1005 was used to warm and compact gutta-percha to within 3 mm of the working length using the Buchanan technique. Twenty obturations were recorded at each of the following temperature settings: 250 degrees, 300 degrees, 350 degrees, 400 degrees, 450 degrees, 500 degrees, 550 degrees, and 600 degrees C. Examination of the mean temperatures recorded for each position and at each temperature setting revealed that the thermocouple 5 mm from the apex (T5) detected the highest increases in root surface temperatures. Only this site exceeded the 10 degrees C rise in temperature for one full minute that could cause damage to the supporting structures. The range of instantaneous temperatures at this site was 8.85 to 12.06 degrees C, with a mean of 10.62 +/- 0.93 degrees C. The results of this in vitro study indicate that any temperature setting of the System B HeatSource at or above 250 degrees C has the potential to cause the root surface temperature to rise 10 degrees C. Whether this occurs in vivo or if it does is maintained long enough to cause any tissue damage remains to be determined.
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- J W Floren
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta 30912-1244, USA
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HUSSEY DL, BIAGIONI PA, MCCULLAGH JJP, LAMEY PJ. Thermographic assessment of heat generated on the root surface during post space preparation. Int Endod J 1997. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.1997.tb00695.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Hussey DL, Biagioni PA, McCullagh JJ, Lamey PJ. Thermographic assessment of heat generated on the root surface during post space preparation. Int Endod J 1997; 30:187-90. [PMID: 9477803 DOI: 10.1046/j.1365-2591.1997.00071.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The mechanical preparation of a post space in a root filled tooth is commonly carried out using rotating instruments in a slow handpiece. This procedure creates frictional heat which may be transferred to the root surface. In this investigation, the temperature changes on the root surface of 12 root filled, extracted human premolar teeth during preparation of post spaces were analysed using an infrared thermal imaging camera. A rotational speed of 8000 r.p.m. was used and the teeth were prepared with size 2 and 3 Peeso reamers and a red Parapost drill to the optimal length. The results indicate that very large temperatures are generated on the root surface and that this is greatest during the Parapost preparation stage. The long-term clinical effects of post space preparation by engine driven drills would warrant further investigation.
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- D L Hussey
- Division of Restorative Dentistry, School of Clinical Dentistry, Queen's University of Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
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Cohen BI, Deutsch AS, Musikant BL. Effect of power settings on temperature change at the root surface when using a Holmium YAG laser in enlarging the root canal. J Endod 1996; 22:596-9. [PMID: 9198414 DOI: 10.1016/s0099-2399(96)80028-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The aim of this study was to determine the maximum amount of power, in watts, that a Holmium YAG laser could deliver via a 245-micron fiberoptic to the canal surface and still not raise the temperature (delta T) of the cementum by > 5 degrees C. Sixty single-rooted teeth were divided into three groups according to power selection (0.50, 0.75, and 1.00 W). The three main outcome variables were: change in apical temperature, change in coronal temperature, and maximum size of an endodontic file that could fit into the canal after lasing. The group means for apical delta T were: 1.00 W = 2.2 degrees C, 0.75 W = 2.68 degrees C, and 0.50 W = 1.58 degrees C. The group means for coronal delta T were: 1.00 W = 1.15 degrees C, 0.75 W = 0.99 degree C, and 0.50 W = 0.56 degree C. The group means for file size were: 1.00 W = 41.25, 0.75 W = 38.75, and 0.50 W = 40.75. The canal size was increased from a size 25 file up to approximately a size 40 file with all power groups. There were no significant differences between the groups for change in apical temperature (p = 0.32), coronal temperature (p = 0.17), or maximum file size (p = 0.86) when adjustments were made for tooth dimensions. In all groups studied, the delta T was < 5 degrees C. This represents a safe and predictable laser procedure.
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- B I Cohen
- Division of Dental Research, Essential Dental Laboratory, South Hackenasck, NJ 07806, USA
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In vitro root surface temperatures produced during post space preparation were measured. The preparations were made using a GPX bur with rotational speeds of 6,500, 8,000, 9,500, 11,000, and 15,000 rpm. The overall mean temperature increase ranged from 0.66 degree to 4.81 degrees C and was greatest at 8,000 rpm. When speeds > 8,000 rpm were used, temperature increases also resulted, but they were significantly less than that which occurred at 8,000 rpm. Damage to the supporting structures of teeth should not occur when this bur is used, at any of the speeds evaluated, to create a post space.
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- R N Weller
- Department of Endodontics, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta 30912-1244, USA
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Lasers may be useful in uncovering submerged implants or in removing contaminants from "ailing" implants. The purposes of this study were to record temperature changes at the bone-titanium implant interface when using a CO2 laser to: 1) uncover the implant at second stage surgery; and 2) "decontaminate" exposed implant threads. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to characterize surface changes of lased implants, both uncontaminated or contaminated with blood or saliva. In part one, 28 titanium implants, measuring 3.75 mm by 7 to 20 mm, were placed into room temperature, fresh, resected pig mandibles and covered with a flap of gingiva. The overlying tissue was removed with a CO2 laser at different power levels. Bone-implant interface temperatures were measured with a thermocouple near the top of the implant, and 5 to 7 mm apical to the osseous crest. The effects of implant size, power level, tissue thickness, and operation time were evaluated. In part two, 5 mm by 4 mm bony dehiscences were created on 3 implants in one mandible and the exposed fixture threads lased at varying times and power levels. The results from part one showed temperature increases at the top thermocouple ranged from 4.2 to 16.8 degrees C and increases at the bottom thermocouple ranged from 2.0 to 11.5 degrees C. The results from part two showed temperature increases at the top thermocouple ranged from 1.2 to 11.7 degrees C and increases at the bottom thermocouple from 0.0 to 5.0 degrees C. If baseline ambient temperatures are 37 degrees C, then the temperature at the bone-implant interface might exceed 50 degrees C. SEM revealed no gross surface changes in lased uncontaminated implants, but laser treatment alone of contaminated implants failed to completely remove saliva or blood. Further study is needed regarding temperature increases and surface changes induced by lasers that may adversely affect osseointegration.
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- D K Oyster
- U.S. Navy, Periodontics Department, Branch Dental Clinic, Mayport, FL, USA
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The influence of different obturation techniques (lateral condensation, Obtura, and Thermafil) on root strains was assessed in 27 upper central incisors using strain gauges mounted on the coronal and apical one-thirds of the root surface. The vertical load applied with each obturation technique was also measured. Comparison of the strains was conducted with two-way analysis of covariance (with condensation load as covariate). The technique of obturation significantly influenced the root strains, with the Obtura generating the highest strains. The Thermafil group showed significantly less strain than the Obtura or lateral condensation groups. Thermal expansion of dentin was an unexpected finding. A large proportion of strain in the Obtura and Thermafil groups was found to be thermal strain. The mean load required to cause vertical root fracture was five to six times higher than the load used in obturation.
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- L H Saw
- School of Dental Science, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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Dalat DM, Spångberg LS. Effect of post preparation on the apical seal of teeth obturated with plastic thermafil obturators. ORAL SURGERY, ORAL MEDICINE, AND ORAL PATHOLOGY 1993; 76:760-5. [PMID: 8284083 DOI: 10.1016/0030-4220(93)90049-a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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The effect of post canal preparation on the apical seal of endodontically obturated teeth with plastic Thermafil obturators was studied in vitro. Fifty-four extracted human maxillary anterior teeth were divided into four experimental and two control groups. Two groups were obturated with lateral condensation or plastic Thermafil obturator techniques; this was followed by post space preparation. Two groups were obturated as described above except that post space was not prepared. Apical leakage was determined with the use of 2% methylene blue dye solution at an absolute pressure of 75 mm Hg. There were no statistically significant differences between any of the groups. The clinical implication of these findings is discussed.
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- D M Dalat
- University of Connecticut Health Center, School of Dental Medicine, Farmington
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Anić I, Dzubur A, Vidović D, Tudja M. Temperature and surface changes of dentine and cementum induced by CO2 laser exposure. Int Endod J 1993; 26:284-93. [PMID: 8300260 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.1993.tb00573.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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The thermal effects of a CO2 laser on the external root surface and inside the root canal were studied in vitro by means of computerized infrared (IR) thermography and a digital thermometer. One-hundred-and-eighty tooth roots with single root canals were irradiated internally and externally with laser power set at 0.5, 1, 1.5, 2, 3 and 4 W. The laser was used in two operating modes: pulsed (pulse 0.5 s) and continuous mode with exposure time of 10 s. Under the conditions of this experiment, temperature rises of between 1.5 and 19.1 degrees C at the external root surface and 1.5 and 12 degrees C inside the root canal and horizontally across the sectioned root surface were recorded. The results obtained with IR camera showed a higher temperature on the external root surface than the digital thermometer during and after lasing the root canal. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis revealed that even low laser energy significantly damaged the external root cementum surfaces.
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- I Anić
- Department of Dental Pathology, Dental School, University of Zagreb
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The restoration of root treated teeth often requires the use of posts. Their use may affect the quality of the seal of the root canal filling. The various aspects of the relationship between root canal filling and post space preparation are discussed in this review. It is recommended that the use of posts should be avoided whenever possible. Where the preparation of post space is required, immediate removal of gutta-percha using heated instruments and small Gates Glidden drills is the method of choice.
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- M J DeCleen
- Department of Cariology and Endodontology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), The Netherlands
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Hiltner RS, Kulild JC, Weller RN. Effect of mechanical versus thermal removal of gutta-percha on the quality of the apical seal following post space preparation. J Endod 1992; 18:451-4. [PMID: 9796515 DOI: 10.1016/s0099-2399(06)80848-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The objective of this study was to compare the effects of a flame-heated endodontic plugger, an electrically-heated endodontic spreader, Peeso reamers, and GPX burs on the apical seal when gutta-percha was removed from the root canal for post space preparation. Eighty-nine human canines were instrumented and obturated with gutta-percha and sealer to a standardized working length of 15 mm. An 11-mm segment of gutta-percha was removed from the roots in each of the four experimental groups of 20 teeth to simulate post space preparation. The teeth were immersed in India ink for 7 days and rendered transparent. The extent of linear dye leakage was measured with a stereomicroscope. There was no statistically significant difference in linear dye leakage among any of the experimental groups when 4 mm of gutta-percha remained.
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Saunders EM, Saunders WP, Rashid MY. The effect of post space preparation on the apical seal of root fillings using chemically adhesive materials. Int Endod J 1991; 24:51-7. [PMID: 1917089 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.1991.tb00807.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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The effect on the apical seal of root filling teeth with two sealer cements that reacted chemically with tooth structure was studied in vitro. In addition, apical leakage of teeth obturated with these materials and subsequently prepared to accept a post was tested. Ninety single-rooted teeth with mature apices were prepared chemomechanically by the stepback technique using files and copious irrigation with 2.5 per cent sodium hypochlorite. The teeth were then randomly allocated to six groups of 15 teeth each. Two groups were root filled by lateral condensation of gutta-percha and one of three sealer cements: Tubliseal, a radiopaque glass ionomer luting cement, Ketac Cem, and a chemically active composite resin, Panavia Ex. Thirty minutes later, in one group for each material, a post space was prepared leaving 4-5 mm of root filling at the apex. The extent of apical leakage in each group was determined after immersion in Indian ink for 14 days. The teeth were demineralized, dehydrated and immersed in methyl salicylate, which rendered them transparent, and a linear measurement of dye penetration was recorded. No statistically significant difference in the extent of leakage was found between the sealers in those groups which were filled by lateral condensation and left intact. However, the degree of leakage increased after post space preparation with the glass ionomer and Tubliseal groups, but was reduced in the Panavia Ex group.
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- E M Saunders
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Dental School, University of Dundee, Scotland
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van Noort R, Brown D, Causton BE, Combe EC, Fletcher AM, Lloyd CH, McCabe JF, Piddock V, Sherriff M, Strang R. Dental materials: 1989 literature review. J Dent 1990; 18:327-52. [PMID: 2074311 DOI: 10.1016/0300-5712(90)90134-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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- R van Noort
- School of Clinical Dentistry, University of Sheffield
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Saunders EM. In vivo findings associated with heat generation during thermomechanical compaction of gutta-percha. 2. Histological response to temperature elevation on the external surface of the root. Int Endod J 1990; 23:268-74. [PMID: 2098344 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.1990.tb00860.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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An in vivo investigation is described and a histological evaluation made of the effect of canal obturation by thermomechanical compaction of gutta-percha and sealer on the cementum on the lateral surface of the root and adjacent periodontal membrane and alveolar bone of the ferret canine after time intervals of 24 hours, 20 days and 40 days. These tissue reactions were compared with those in the roots of control teeth filled by lateral condensation of cold gutta-percha and sealer. Iatrogenic damage was apparent in a minority of the experimental specimens 20 and 40 days after obturation.
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- E M Saunders
- Dental School, The University, Dundee, Scotland, UK
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Ewart A, Saunders WP. Investigation into the apical leakage of root-filled teeth prepared for a post crown. Int Endod J 1990; 23:239-44. [PMID: 2098339 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.1990.tb00855.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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The effect of post canal preparation on the apical seal of endodontically treated teeth was studied in vitro. Single-rooted teeth with mature apices were prepared chemomechanically and obturated with gutta-percha and sealer using one of four techniques: cold lateral condensation, thermo-mechanical compaction, thermomechanical compaction as an adjunct to lateral condensation (hybrid technique), or lateral condensation using an electrically heated spreader, the Endotec. Forty-eight hours after obturation each group of 15 teeth was prepared to accept a post crown. Five teeth in each group were left unprepared as controls. The extent of apical leakage was then determined using a dye, Indian ink, and a clearing technique that rendered the teeth transparent. Linear measurement of the dye penetration was recorded. The results showed that, for each method of obturation, there were no statistically significant differences between the teeth prepared for a post and the unprepared controls. There were no significant differences in leakage between the different groups that had been prepared for a post, or between the control groups.
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- A Ewart
- Glasgow Dental Hospital and School, UK
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