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Çimen T, Düzgün S, Akyüz İE, Topçuoğlu HS. The effect of cone beam computerized tomography voxel size and the presence of root filling on the assessment of middle mesial canals in mandibular molar teeth. Clin Oral Investig 2024; 28:394. [PMID: 38916762 PMCID: PMC11199224 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-024-05773-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The study aims to compare the detection of the middle mesial canal (MMC) in mandibular molar teeth using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) with different voxel sizes when the mesiobuccal (MB) and mesiolingual (ML) canals have three distinct phases (unpreparation, preparation and obturation and the removal of the obturation and repreparation). METHODS Two hundred forty-two extracted human mandibular molars were collected and kept in a physiological saline solution prior to use. 0.2-, 0.28- and 0.35-mm voxel sizes CBCT (n = 242) were performed in three phases (Ph): Ph1, no MB and ML canal preparation or obturation; Ph2, after MB and ML canals preparation and obturation; and Ph3, after the removal of the obturation of MB and ML canals and canals repreparation. Images were analyzed using OnDemand3D® software. After the CBCT acquisition in Ph3, all the samples were clarified to visualize the presence of the MMC directly. A blinded, previously calibrated examiner analyzed all the images. RESULTS The MMC was detected in 15 of the 242 teeth after the clearing technique. The lowest MMC detection rate was observed at 0.35-mm voxel size regardless of the ML and MB canal condition, while the highest was observed at 0.2-mm voxel size (P < 0.05). There is no statistically significant difference between 0.2-mm and 0.28-mm voxel sizes (P > 0.05). In all voxel sizes, the highest rate of detectability of the MMC was seen in Phase 1, while the lowest was in Phase 2. CONCLUSIONS It may be appropriate to take a 0.20-mm voxel size CBCT image, especially after the removal of root canal filling. CLINICAL RELEVANCE An appropriate CBCT voxel size and the absence of root canal filling in the root canal system help to detect the missing MMC.
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- Tansu Çimen
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Erciyes University, Melikgazi, Kayseri, 38039, Turkey.
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Erciyes University, Melikgazi, Kayseri, 38039, Turkey
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Erciyes University, Melikgazi, Kayseri, 38039, Turkey
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Oshima T, Asaumi R, Ogura S, Kawai T. Evaluation of peri-implant bone defects on cone-beam computed tomography and the diagnostic accuracy of detecting these defects on panoramic images. Imaging Sci Dent 2024; 54:171-180. [PMID: 38948187 PMCID: PMC11211028 DOI: 10.5624/isd.20230258] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024] Open
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Purpose This study was conducted to identify the typical sites and patterns of peri-implant bone defects on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images, as well as to evaluate the detectability of the identified bone defects on panoramic images. Materials and Methods The study population included 114 patients with a total of 367 implant fixtures. CBCT images were used to assess the presence or absence of bone defects around each implant fixture at the mesial, distal, buccal, and lingual sites. Based on the number of defect sites, the presentations of the peri-implant bone defects were categorized into 3 patterns: 1 site, 2 or 3 sites, and circumferential bone defects. Two observers independently evaluated the presence or absence of bone defects on panoramic images. The bone defect detection rate on these images was evaluated using receiver operating characteristic analysis. Results Of the 367 implants studied, 167 (45.5%) had at least 1 site with a confirmed bone defect. The most common type of defect was circumferential, affecting 107 of the 167 implants (64.1%). Implants were most frequently placed in the mandibular molar region. The prevalence of bone defects was greatest in the maxillary premolar and mandibular molar regions. The highest kappa value was associated with the mandibular premolar region. Conclusion The typical bone defect pattern observed was a circumferential defect surrounding the implant. The detection rate was generally higher in the molar region than in the anterior region. However, the capacity to detect partial bone defects using panoramic imaging was determined to be poor.
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- Takayuki Oshima
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, The Nippon Dental University School of Life Dentistry, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, The Nippon Dental University School of Life Dentistry, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Oral Implantology, The Nippon Dental University Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, The Nippon Dental University School of Life Dentistry, Tokyo, Japan
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Boubaris M, Cameron A, Manakil J, George R. Artificial intelligence vs. semi-automated segmentation for assessment of dental periapical lesion volume index score: A cone-beam CT study. Comput Biol Med 2024; 175:108527. [PMID: 38714047 DOI: 10.1016/j.compbiomed.2024.108527] [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: 02/02/2024] [Revised: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/09/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Cone beam computed tomography periapical volume index (CBCTPAVI) is a categorisation tool to assess periapical lesion size in three-dimensions and predict treatment outcomes. This index was determined using a time-consuming semi-automatic segmentation technique. This study compared artificial intelligence (AI) with semi-automated segmentation to determine AI's ability to accurately determine CBCTPAVI score. METHODS CBCTPAVI scores for 500 tooth roots were determined using both the semi-automatic segmentation technique in three-dimensional imaging analysis software (Mimics Research™) and AI (Diagnocat™). A confusion matrix was created to compare the CBCTPAVI score by the AI with the semi-automatic segmentation technique. Evaluation metrics, precision, recall, F1-score (2×precision×recallprecision+recall), and overall accuracy were determined. RESULTS In 84.4 % (n = 422) of cases the AI classified CBCTPAVI score the same as the semi-automated technique. AI was unable to classify any lesion as index 1 or 2, due to its limitation in small volume measurement. When lesions classified as index 1 and 2 by the semi-automatic segmentation technique were excluded, the AI demonstrated levels of precision, recall and F1-score, all above 0.85, for indices 0, 3-6; and accuracy over 90 %. CONCLUSIONS Diagnocat™ with its ability to determine CBCTPAVI score in approximately 2 min following upload of the CBCT could be an excellent and efficient tool to facilitate better monitoring and assessment of periapical lesions in everyday clinical practice and/or radiographic reporting. However, to assess three-dimensional healing of smaller lesions (with scores 1 and 2), further advancements in AI technologies are needed.
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- Matthew Boubaris
- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia.
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Wu W, Chen S, Chen P, Chen M, Yang Y, Gao Y, Hu J, Ma J. Identification of Root Canal Morphology in Fused-rooted Mandibular Second Molars From X-ray Images Based on Deep Learning. J Endod 2024:S0099-2399(24)00338-8. [PMID: 38821263 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2024.05.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Revised: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/02/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Understanding the intricate anatomical morphology of fused-rooted mandibular second molars (MSMs) is essential for root canal treatment. The present study utilized a deep learning approach to identify the three-dimensional root canal morphology of MSMs from two-dimensional X-ray images. METHODS A total of 271 fused-rooted MSMs were included in the study. Micro-computed tomography reconstruction images and two-dimensional X-ray projection images were obtained. The ground truth of three-dimensional root canal morphology was determined through micro-computed tomography images, which were classified into merging, symmetrical, and asymmetrical types. To amplify the X-ray image dataset, traditional augmentation techniques from the python package Augmentor and a multiangle projection method were employed. Identification of root canal morphology was conducted using the pretrained VGG19, ResNet18, ResNet50, and EfficientNet-b5 on X-ray images. The classification results from convolutional neural networks (CNNs) were then compared with those performed by endodontic residents. RESULTS The multiangle projection augmentation method outperformed the traditional approach in all CNNs except for EfficientNet-b5. ResNet18 combined with the multiangle projection method outperformed all other combinations, with an overall accuracy of 79.25%. In specific classifications, accuracies of 81.13%, 86.79%, and 90.57% were achieved for merging, symmetrical, and asymmetrical types, respectively. Notably, CNNs surpassed endodontic residents in classification performance; the average accuracy for endodontic residents was only 60.38% (P < .05). CONCLUSIONS CNNs were more effective than endodontic residents in identifying the three-dimensional root canal morphology of MSMs. The result indicates that CNNs possess the capacity to employ two-dimensional images effectively in aiding three-dimensional diagnoses.
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- Weiwei Wu
- Department of Stomatology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China; School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China; School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China; School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China; School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China; School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.
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- Department of Stomatology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China; School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.
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Karkle A, Slaidina A, Zolovs M, Vaskevica A, Meistere D, Bokvalde Z, Neimane L. Comparative Analysis of Examination Methods for Periapical Lesion Diagnostics: Assessing Cone-Beam Computer Tomography, Ultrasound, and Periapical Radiography. Diagnostics (Basel) 2024; 14:766. [PMID: 38611679 PMCID: PMC11011571 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14070766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Revised: 03/27/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Periapical lesions of teeth are typically evaluated using periapical X-rays (PA) or cone-beam computer tomography (CBCT); however, ultrasound imaging (US) can also be used to detect bone defects. A comparative analysis is necessary to establish the diagnostic accuracy of US for the detection of periapical lesions in comparison with PA and CBCT. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to evaluate and compare the measurement precision of US against PA and CBCT in detecting periapical lesions. METHODS This study included 43 maxillary and mandibular teeth with periapical lesions. All teeth were examined clinically, radiographically, and ultrasonographically. Observers evaluated and measured the periapical lesions on CBCT, PA, and US images. RESULTS The comparison of lesion size showed that it differs significantly between the different methods of examination. A statistically significant difference was found between CBCT and US (mean difference = 0.99 mm, 95% CI [0.43-1.55]), as well as between CBCT and PA (mean difference = 0.61 mm, 95% CI [0.17-1.05]). No difference was found between the US and PA methods (p = 0.193). CONCLUSION US cannot replace PA radiography in detecting pathologies but it can accurately measure and characterize periapical lesions with minimal radiation exposure. CBCT is the most precise and radiation-intensive method so it should only be used for complex cases.
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- Aleksandra Karkle
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Oral Health, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia; (A.V.); (Z.B.)
- RSU Institute of Stomatology, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia;
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- RSU Institute of Stomatology, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia;
- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia
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- Statistics Unit, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia;
- Institute of Life Sciences and Technology, Daugavpils University, LV-5401 Daugavpils, Latvia
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Oral Health, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia; (A.V.); (Z.B.)
- RSU Institute of Stomatology, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia;
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Oral Health, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia; (A.V.); (Z.B.)
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Oral Health, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia; (A.V.); (Z.B.)
- RSU Institute of Stomatology, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia;
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Oral Health, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia; (A.V.); (Z.B.)
- RSU Institute of Stomatology, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia;
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Syed GA, Pullishery F, Alhazmi KA, Nazer MI, Alkhamis A, Meer FMS, Halteet FA, Sendiyoni AMI, Taher AOH. CBCT Evaluation of Root Canal Morphology of Maxillary First Premolar in Saudi Subpopulation. JOURNAL OF PHARMACY AND BIOALLIED SCIENCES 2024; 16:S1619-S1622. [PMID: 38882762 PMCID: PMC11174182 DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1048_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2023] [Revised: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2024] Open
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Background and Objective Clinicians must possess a comprehensive understanding of variations in canal morphology and configuration during endodontic procedures to enhance treatment success. This study aims to assess and analyze the canal configurations of maxillary first premolars using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography within the sub-population of Western Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods In this cross-sectional study, following the acquisition of ethical clearance from Batterjee Medical College in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, a retrospective examination of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) scans of maxillary first premolars in adult patients was conducted. The study focused on quantifying the number of canals and characterizing their configurations, with classification based on Vertucci's categorization. Results The study examined 399 CBCT images of maxillary first premolars, revealing that type IV canal configurations were the predominant morphology (56.9%), followed by type V (24.6%). Significant gender-related disparities were observed, with females displaying a higher incidence of types I and V canals. At the same time, males exhibited a greater prevalence of types IV and VI canals. Notably, no substantial associations were discerned between canal types and age groups. Conclusion Within the context of maxillary first premolars, type IV canal configuration emerged as the most prevalent. Gender-based distinctions were evident, with females predominantly presenting types I and V canal configurations, whereas males displayed a higher occurrence of types IV and VI canal configurations.
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- Gufaran A Syed
- Endodontic Division, Faculty of Dentistry, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Community Dental Practice, Faculty of Dentistry, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental Intern, Dentistry Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental Intern, Dentistry Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental Intern, Dentistry Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental Intern, Dentistry Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental Intern, Dentistry Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental Intern, Dentistry Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Sarıyılmaz Ö, Sessiz R, Kocaman OS. The Impact of Coronal Flaring Files on Pericervical Dentin Thickness in Mandibular Molars. J Endod 2024; 50:514-519. [PMID: 38272441 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2024.01.008] [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: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 01/11/2024] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to assess the influence of different coronal flaring files on dentin removal in mandibular teeth using cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) images. METHODS CBCT images of 48 mandibular molar teeth were acquired and randomly divided into 2 main groups, with each main group further divided into 3 subgroups. In the first main group, root canal preparation was performed using TruNatomy (Dentsply Sirona, Ballaigues, Switzerland), ProTaper Gold (Dentsply Sirona), and One Curve (Micro-Mega, Besancon, France) files without the use of coronal flaring files. In the second main group, root canal preparation was performed using the same files with the use of coronal flaring files. After the completion of root canal preparation, a second set of CBCT images was obtained. Subsequently, the dentin removal and remaining critical dentin were assessed by measuring at 4 distinct points below the furcation level. Data were compared between groups using the Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis tests with alpha set at 5%. RESULTS The ProTaper Gold files demonstrated higher dentin removal compared with the TruNatomy files. In the no-flaring groups, the One Curve files exhibited greater dentin removal than the TruNatomy files at specific levels. The use of coronal flaring files generally did not significantly impact dentin removal, except for certain cases in the TruNatomy and ProTaper Gold groups. CONCLUSIONS The TruNatomy instrument group was more effective in preserving pericervical dentin compared with the other instrument groups. Coronal flaring files can be confidently used to preserve critical dentin during root canal treatment.
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- Öznur Sarıyılmaz
- Faculty of Dentistry, Departments of Endodontics, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Çanakkale.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dentomaxillofacial Radiology, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Çanakkale
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- Ilgın Dr Vefa Tanir State Hospital, Turkish Republic Ministry of Health, Konya
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Ríos-Osorio N, Quijano-Guauque S, Briñez-Rodríguez S, Velasco-Flechas G, Muñoz-Solís A, Chávez C, Fernandez-Grisales R. Cone-beam computed tomography in endodontics: from the specific technical considerations of acquisition parameters and interpretation to advanced clinical applications. Restor Dent Endod 2024; 49:e1. [PMID: 38449497 PMCID: PMC10912545 DOI: 10.5395/rde.2024.49.e1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2024] Open
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The implementation of imaging methods that enable sensitive and specific observation of anatomical structures has been a constant in the evolution of endodontic therapy. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) enables 3-dimensional (3D) spatial anatomical navigation in the 3 volumetric planes (sagittal, coronal and axial) which translates into great accuracy for the identification of endodontic pathologies/conditions. CBCT interpretation consists of 2 main components: (i) the generation of specific tasks of the image and (ii) the subsequent interpretation report. A systematic and reproducible method to review CBCT scans can improve the accuracy of the interpretation process, translating into greater precision in terms of diagnosis and planning of endodontic clinical procedures. MEDLINE (PubMed), Web of Science, Google Scholar, Embase and Scopus were searched from inception to March 2023. This narrative review addresses the theoretical concepts, elements of interpretation and applications of the CBCT scan in endodontics. In addition, the contents and rationale for reporting 3D endodontic imaging are discussed.
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- Néstor Ríos-Osorio
- Research Department COC-CICO, Institución Universitaria Colegios de Colombia UNICOC, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Research Department COC-CICO, Institución Universitaria Colegios de Colombia UNICOC, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Research Department COC-CICO, Institución Universitaria Colegios de Colombia UNICOC, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Research Department COC-CICO, Institución Universitaria Colegios de Colombia UNICOC, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Postgraduate Endodontics Department, IMED, Guadalajara, México
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Li X, Zhao D, Xie J, Wen H, Liu C, Li Y, Li W, Wang S. Deep learning for classifying the stages of periodontitis on dental images: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:1017. [PMID: 38114946 PMCID: PMC10729340 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03751-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The development of deep learning (DL) algorithms for use in dentistry is an emerging trend. Periodontitis is one of the most prevalent oral diseases, which has a notable impact on the life quality of patients. Therefore, it is crucial to classify periodontitis accurately and efficiently. This systematic review aimed to identify the application of DL for the classification of periodontitis and assess the accuracy of this approach. METHODS A literature search up to November 2023 was implemented through EMBASE, PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were used to screen eligible studies, and the quality of the studies was evaluated by the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) methodology with the QUADAS-2 (Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies) tool. Random-effects inverse-variance model was used to perform the meta-analysis of a diagnostic test, with which pooled sensitivity, specificity, positive likelihood ratio (LR), negative LR, and diagnostic odds ratio (DOR) were calculated, and a summary receiver operating characteristic (SROC) plot was constructed. RESULTS Thirteen studies were included in the meta-analysis. After excluding an outlier, the pooled sensitivity, specificity, positive LR, negative LR and DOR were 0.88 (95%CI 0.82-0.92), 0.82 (95%CI 0.72-0.89), 4.9 (95%CI 3.2-7.5), 0.15 (95%CI 0.10-0.22) and 33 (95%CI 19-59), respectively. The area under the SROC was 0.92 (95%CI 0.89-0.94). CONCLUSIONS The accuracy of DL-based classification of periodontitis is high, and this approach could be employed in the future to reduce the workload of dental professionals and enhance the consistency of classification.
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- Xin Li
- School of Public Health, National Institute for Data Science in Health and Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Implant Dentistry, Beijing Stomatological Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- School of Public Health, National Institute for Data Science in Health and Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- School of Public Health, National Institute for Data Science in Health and Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Salivary Gland Disease Center and Beijing Key Laboratory of Tooth Regeneration and Function Reconstruction, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health and Beijing Stomatological Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100050, China.
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Farajollahi M, Safarian MS, Hatami M, Esmaeil Nejad A, Peters OA. Applying artificial intelligence to detect and analyse oral and maxillofacial bone loss-A scoping review. AUST ENDOD J 2023; 49:720-734. [PMID: 37439465 DOI: 10.1111/aej.12775] [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: 02/19/2023] [Revised: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 07/04/2023] [Indexed: 07/14/2023]
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Radiographic evaluation of bone changes is one of the main tools in the diagnosis of many oral and maxillofacial diseases. However, this approach to assessment has limitations in accuracy, inconsistency and comparatively low diagnostic efficiency. Recently, artificial intelligence (AI)-based algorithms like deep learning networks have been introduced as a solution to overcome these challenges. Based on recent studies, AI can improve the detection accuracy of an expert clinician for periapical pathology, periodontal diseases and their prognostication, as well as peri-implant bone loss. Also, AI has been successfully used to detect and diagnose oral and maxillofacial lesions with a high predictive value. This study aims to review the current evidence on artificial intelligence applications in the detection and analysis of bone loss in the oral and maxillofacial regions.
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- Mehran Farajollahi
- 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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- 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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- 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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- 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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- School of Dentistry, The University of Queensland, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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Mazinis E, Thomaidis V. A Cone-beam Computed Tomography Evaluation of External Invasive Resorption of Unerupted Teeth. Report of Three Cases. J Endod 2023; 49:1747-1753. [PMID: 37758063 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2023.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Revised: 09/16/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023]
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Tooth resorption can occur either physiologically or pathologically and can be classified as internal or external. The term "external invasive resorption" (EIR) has been used to describe lesions originating from any surface defect exposing dentin. The absence of bacterial contamination, an intact pulp space, and a lesion consisting mainly of fibrovascular tissue characterize EIR. This study presents three cases of invasive resorption in unerupted teeth, emphasizing the importance of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). In two cases, the primary defect localized on the enamel surface, while in the third case, the focal point of the defect was not clear. CBCT provided detailed visualization of the resorption lesion's size and its relationship with surrounding structures, enhancing the diagnosis of EIR. Histological analysis of the third case confirmed the initial diagnosis. Invasive resorption can occur due to any surface defect in the case of unerupted teeth. Further research and correlation between radiographic and histological analysis are essential for the detection and classification systems in unerupted teeth.
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- Emmanuel Mazinis
- Department of Endodontology, Dental School, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece.
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- Department of Anatomy, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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Hilmi A, Patel S, Mirza K, Galicia JC. Efficacy of imaging techniques for the diagnosis of apical periodontitis: A systematic review. Int Endod J 2023; 56 Suppl 3:326-339. [PMID: 37067066 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Revised: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 04/13/2023] [Indexed: 04/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Apical periodontitis (AP) is a chronic inflammatory response of microbial aetiology. Pathological changes associated with AP may not be visible on radiographic images and may linger without causing any symptoms. Clinicians rely mostly on clinical examination and imaging techniques to establish a diagnosis. OBJECTIVES The aim of this review was to answer the following question using the PICO format: In the adult human permanent dentition (P), what is the efficacy of diagnostic imaging of the periapical tissues (I) using histopathology as a reference standard (C) in the diagnosis of apical periodontitis, in terms of diagnostic accuracy (O). METHODS MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus and Cochrane Library were searched for English articles published through October 2021. At least two independent reviewers evaluated the study design, imaging modality used, histopathological assessment, outcome measures, results and conclusions for each article. The risk of bias was assessed using the Quality Assessment Tool for Diagnostic Accuracy Studies-2. RESULTS The initial search strategy identified 544 articles. Seven articles were included for analysis in the final review, all of which involved tissue samples obtained from cadavers. No clinical studies were identified that met the eligibility criteria. A consistently low sensitivity score and negative predictive value were reported for periapical radiography, especially in comparison to CBCT, which scored highly. Both modalities achieved high scores for specificity and positive predictive value. Diagnostic accuracy of CBCT was lower for root-filled teeth in comparison to non-root-filled teeth. DISCUSSION Assessment of the periapical tissues using periapical radiographs was shown to have a low to moderate agreement with the histopathological assessment. CBCT was reported to be more accurate than PR and demonstrated a good agreement with histopathology, especially for non-root-filled teeth. CONCLUSIONS This review identified a need for greater standardization in methodology and reporting, and as the findings are based on cadaver studies, their clinical relevance must be interpreted with caution. REGISTRATION PROSPERO (CRD42021272147).
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- Ali Hilmi
- Department of Endodontology, King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK
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- Department of Endodontology, King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK
- Specialist Practice, London, UK
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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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- Department of Endodontics, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, San Francisco, California, USA
- Department of Endodontics, Eastman Dental Institute, University College of London, London, UK
- College of Dentistry, Manila Central University, Caloocan City, Philippines
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Shekarian M, Majlesi M, Zare Jahromi M. Prevalence of C-shaped canals and three-rooted mandibular molars in the Iranian population by using cone-beam computed tomography. Clin Exp Dent Res 2023; 9:906-912. [PMID: 37786348 PMCID: PMC10582229 DOI: 10.1002/cre2.787] [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: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 08/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/04/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of C-shaped canals and three-rooted mandibular molars in the Iranian population using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). MATERIALS AND METHODS This study evaluated mandibular teeth on 292 CBCT scans of patients referred to the Department of Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran. All CBCT scans were obtained with the same three-dimensional CBCT scanner, and sections were reconstructed in all three planes (sagittal, axial, and coronal) with 1 mm slice thickness. A total of 291,402, and 200 first, second, and third molars, respectively, were evaluated. Data were analyzed using SPSS software (version 26.0). RESULTS Of 291 mandibular first molars, 0.7% were single-rooted, 96.6% were two-rooted, and 2.7% were three-rooted. The prevalence of C-shaped canals was 1.7% in mandibular first molars. Of 402 mandibular second molars, 8.5% were single-rooted, 90.5% were two-rooted, and 1% were three-rooted. The prevalence of C-shaped canals was 2% in mandibular second molars. Of 200 mandibular third molars, 21.5% were single-rooted, 77.5% were two-rooted, and 1% were three-rooted. The prevalence of C-shaped canals was 2% in mandibular third molars. CONCLUSION In the present study, the majority of mandibular molars were two-rooted, and three-rooted mandibular molars were less common. The third and second mandibular molars both had an increased prevalence of C-shaped canals. Mandibular first molars had the highest prevalence of three-rooted molars.
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- Mina Shekarian
- School of Dentistry, Dental Research Center, Dental Research InstituteIsfahan University of Medical SciencesIsfahanIran
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- School of Dentistry, Isfahan (Khorasgan) BranchIslamic Azad UniversityIsfahanIran
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Isfahan (Khorasgan) BranchIslamic Azad UniversityIsfahanIran
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Rokni HA, Alimohammadi M, Hoshyari N, Charati JY, Ghaffari A. Evaluation of the Frequency and Anatomy of Radix Entomolaris and Paramolaris in Lower Molars by Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) in Northern Iran, 2020-2021: A Retrospective Study. Cureus 2023; 15:e46854. [PMID: 37954728 PMCID: PMC10637391 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE The presence of an additional root, known as a radix, in the lower molars is of significant importance in the context of root canal therapy since it has the potential to contribute to treatment failure. Furthermore, it is imperative to take this circumstance into consideration when doing tooth extraction using a radix. The present study investigated the anatomical characteristics and prevalence rates of radix entomolaris and paramolaris in mandibular molars using cone beam computed tomography. MATERIALS AND METHODS Cone beam computed tomography scans of the lower molars of 376 patients were processed through Newtom's NNT viewer software. Radix type, radix root canal length, radix root curvature, Vertucci's classification of the canal, and gender of patients were recorded. The results of the research were analyzed with chi-squared. RESULTS The prevalence of radix was found to be 0.74%, with entomolaris and paramolaris present in 54.54% and 45.46% of cases, respectively. There was no statistically significant difference between the two variables of radix type and gender, as indicated by a p-value of 0.08. The mean curvature and length of the radix root were measured to be 56.63° and 15.09 mm, respectively. The average root curvature in individuals diagnosed with radix entomolaris and paramolaris was found to be 62.33° and 49.80°, respectively. The study found that the root curvature of entomolaris exhibited a statistically significant difference compared to paramolaris (P=0.031). The mean length of the radix entomolaris and paramolaris roots was found to be 15.50 and 14.60 mm, respectively. There was no statistically significant difference observed in the mean root lengths of the various radix types (P=0.37). According to Vertucci's classification, all radixes were classified as type 1. CONCLUSION The investigated population had a low incidence of radix. The curvature of radix entomolaris exhibited a statistically significant increase compared to radix paramolaris. There was no observed correlation between gender and the length of radix roots in relation to the type of radix root.
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- Hadiseh A Rokni
- Department of Endodontics, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, IRN
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, IRN
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, IRN
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- Department of Biostatistics, Faculty of Health, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, IRN
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Dentistry, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, IRN
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Rodriguez Betancourt A, Samal A, Chan HL, Kripfgans OD. Overview of Ultrasound in Dentistry for Advancing Research Methodology and Patient Care Quality with Emphasis on Periodontal/Peri-implant Applications. Z Med Phys 2023; 33:336-386. [PMID: 36922293 PMCID: PMC10517409 DOI: 10.1016/j.zemedi.2023.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 12/20/2022] [Accepted: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ultrasound is a non-invasive, cross-sectional imaging technique emerging in dentistry. It is an adjunct tool for diagnosing pathologies in the oral cavity that overcomes some limitations of current methodologies, including direct clinical examination, 2D radiographs, and cone beam computerized tomography. Increasing demand for soft tissue imaging has led to continuous improvements on transducer miniaturization and spatial resolution. The aims of this study are (1) to create a comprehensive overview of the current literature of ultrasonic imaging relating to dentistry, and (2) to provide a view onto investigations with immediate, intermediate, and long-term impact in periodontology and implantology. METHODS A rapid literature review was performed using two broad searches conducted in the PubMed database, yielding 576 and 757 citations, respectively. A rating was established within a citation software (EndNote) using a 5-star classification. The broad search with 757 citations allowed for high sensitivity whereas the subsequent rating added specificity. RESULTS A critical review of the clinical applications of ultrasound in dentistry was provided with a focus on applications in periodontology and implantology. The role of ultrasound as a developing dental diagnostic tool was reviewed. Specific uses such as soft and hard tissue imaging, longitudinal monitoring, as well as anatomic and physiological evaluation were discussed. CONCLUSIONS Future efforts should be directed towards the transition of ultrasonography from a research tool to a clinical tool. Moreover, a dedicated effort is needed to introduce ultrasonic imaging to dental education and the dental community to ultimately improve the quality of patient care.
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- Department of Radiology, Medical School, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Periodontology and Oral Medicine, Dental School, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Medical School, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Gliga A, Imre M, Grandini S, Marruganti C, Gaeta C, Bodnar D, Dimitriu BA, Foschi F. The Limitations of Periapical X-ray Assessment in Endodontic Diagnosis-A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2023; 12:4647. [PMID: 37510762 PMCID: PMC10380197 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12144647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Diagnosis is a key aspect in endodontic treatment, in a decade where invasive interventions are misapprehended as social tendency instead of medical necessity. All diagnostic facets should be considered before intending the operative phase. Intraoral endodontic radiology-based diagnosis has been shown to be limited. Periapical X-ray is the most used endodontic imaging, yet it does not provide high accuracy. Traditionally, dentists have been trained to diagnose a cyst by certain aspects (size, shape and appearance); hence, an assumption that teeth are affected by "periapical cyst" were subjected to unnecessary extraction or apicoectomy. The aim of this systematic review is to critically appraise the publications that relate the histological diagnosis of a periapical lesion (considered the gold standard) to intraoral X-ray investigation. Ovid Medline, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Mendeley and Scopus were searched for English-language studies comparing periapical diagnosis obtained by using two techniques (histopathology and X-ray). Sixteen articles were included for the final analysis (qualitative and quantitative evaluation) out of which only two supported the statement that periapical diagnosis can be coherently assessed through periapical imaging. Although there is not enough evidence to deliver a definitive conclusion, there are many publications that refute the diagnosis of a cyst via periapical X-ray.
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- Alexandru Gliga
- Department of Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Unit of Endodontics, Department of Medical Biotechnologies, Periodontology, Restorative and Paediatric Dentistry, University of Siena, 53100 Siena, Italy
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- Department of Complete Denture, Faculty of Dental Medicine, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Unit of Endodontics, Department of Medical Biotechnologies, Periodontology, Restorative and Paediatric Dentistry, University of Siena, 53100 Siena, Italy
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- Unit of Endodontics, Department of Medical Biotechnologies, Periodontology, Restorative and Paediatric Dentistry, University of Siena, 53100 Siena, Italy
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- Unit of Endodontics, Department of Medical Biotechnologies, Periodontology, Restorative and Paediatric Dentistry, University of Siena, 53100 Siena, Italy
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Endodontology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, King's College London, London SE19RT, UK
- Peninsula Dental School, University of Plymouth, Plymouth PL6 8BT, UK
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Issa J, Jaber M, Rifai I, Mozdziak P, Kempisty B, Dyszkiewicz-Konwińska M. Diagnostic Test Accuracy of Artificial Intelligence in Detecting Periapical Periodontitis on Two-Dimensional Radiographs: A Retrospective Study and Literature Review. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:medicina59040768. [PMID: 37109726 PMCID: PMC10142688 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59040768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 04/12/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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This study aims to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of artificial intelligence in detecting apical pathosis on periapical radiographs. A total of twenty anonymized periapical radiographs were retrieved from the database of Poznan University of Medical Sciences. These radiographs displayed a sequence of 60 visible teeth. The evaluation of the radiographs was conducted using two methods (manual and automatic), and the results obtained from each technique were afterward compared. For the ground-truth method, one oral and maxillofacial radiology expert with more than ten years of experience and one trainee in oral and maxillofacial radiology evaluated the radiographs by classifying teeth as healthy and unhealthy. A tooth was considered unhealthy when periapical periodontitis related to this tooth had been detected on the radiograph. At the same time, a tooth was classified as healthy when no periapical radiolucency was detected on the periapical radiographs. Then, the same radiographs were evaluated by artificial intelligence, Diagnocat (Diagnocat Ltd., San Francisco, CA, USA). Diagnocat (Diagnocat Ltd., San Francisco, CA, USA) correctly identified periapical lesions on periapical radiographs with a sensitivity of 92.30% and identified healthy teeth with a specificity of 97.87%. The recorded accuracy and F1 score were 96.66% and 0.92, respectively. The artificial intelligence algorithm misdiagnosed one unhealthy tooth (false negative) and over-diagnosed one healthy tooth (false positive) compared to the ground-truth results. Diagnocat (Diagnocat Ltd., San Francisco, CA, USA) showed an optimum accuracy for detecting periapical periodontitis on periapical radiographs. However, more research is needed to assess the diagnostic accuracy of artificial intelligence-based algorithms in dentistry.
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- Julien Issa
- Department of Diagnostics, University of Medical Sciences, Bukowska 70, 60-812 Poznan, Poland
- Doctoral School, Poznań University of Medical Sciences, Bukowska 70, 60-812 Poznan, Poland
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, 60-812 Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, Josep Trueta, s/n, 08195 Sant Cugat del Vallès, Spain
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- Prestage Department of Poultry Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, USA
- Physiology Graduate Faculty, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, USA
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- Physiology Graduate Faculty, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, USA
- Division of Anatomy, Department of Human Morphology and Embryology, Wroclaw Medical University, Chalubinskiego 6a, 50-368 Wroclaw, Poland
- Department of Veterinary Surgery, Institute of Veterinary Medicine, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Gagarina 7, 87-100 Torun, Poland
- Center of Assisted Reproduction, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Hospital and Masaryk University, Jihlavska 20, 62500 Brno, Czech Republic
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Effects of Low-Level Laser Therapy on Orthodontic Tooth Movement: Evaluation of Bony Changes via 3DCBCT. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 10:children10020384. [PMID: 36832513 PMCID: PMC9955814 DOI: 10.3390/children10020384] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2022] [Revised: 02/11/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The prime objective of this research was to study the effect of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) with an evaluation of bony changes via pre- and post-treatment 3DCBCT in orthodontic malocclusion cases treated with fixed orthodontic appliances. MATERIALS AND METHODS Subjects who attended the Orthodontic Clinic, were diagnosed with orthodontic malocclusion, treated with fixed orthodontic appliances, and had pre- and post-management CBCT were included in the study. Patients aged 14 to 25 years who met the inclusion criteria were assigned to two groups, group A (LLLT) and group B (non-LLLT). Group A participants were treated with LLLT therapy as per standard protocol after explaining the nature of the treatment. Group B (non-LLLT) participants were not treated with LLLT therapy and therefore served as the control. LLLT was used in the experimental group after placing each archwire. Interradicular bony changes at depth levels of 1 to 4 (2, 5, 8, and 11 mm) using 3DCBCT were measured as outcome parameters. RESULTS The information collected was analyzed using SPSS computer software. Mostly insignificant differences were noted among groups for the different parameters (p < 0.05). Student's t-tests and paired t-tests were used to investigate the differences. Experimental Hypothesis: There will be significant differences in the interradicular width (IRW) measurements between the LLLT and non-LLLT groups. CONCLUSIONS The hypothesis was rejected. Upon investigation of prospective changes, most of the measured parameters showed insignificant differences.
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Mackiewicz E, Bonsmann T, Kaczor-Wiankowska K, Nowicka A. Volumetric Assessment of Apical Periodontitis Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography-A Systematic Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:2940. [PMID: 36833634 PMCID: PMC9966796 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20042940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Revised: 01/28/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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This systematic review aimed to investigate the scientific literature on volumetric studies concerning the diagnosis and treatment of apical periodontitis using CBCT. A systematic review protocol was written following the preferred reporting items for the systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) checklist. Four electronic databases were searched for relevant publications in English, which were published up to 21 January 2023. The inclusion criteria and corresponding search keys were applied. The risk of bias was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute Meta-Analysis of Statistic Assessment and Review Instrument. The search strategy identified 202 studies, with 123 studies excluded during the title and abstract screening and 47 studies left for full text screening. A total of 17 studies met the inclusion criteria. The lesion volume was measured and classified according to different indices which compared the effectiveness of their diagnostics. Moreover, the volume of AP lesions increased with the thickness of the maxillary sinus mucosa in primary and secondary infections and decreased due to endodontic treatment. Volumetric measurements using CBCT are useful in the correct definition of periapical tissue pathosis using a CBCT periapical volume index and assessment of the dynamics of the treatment of apical lesions.
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- Ewa Mackiewicz
- Student Scientific Circle at the Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, Powstancow Wielkopolskich 72, 70-111 Szczecin, Poland
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- Student Scientific Circle at the Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, Powstancow Wielkopolskich 72, 70-111 Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, Powstancow Wielkopolskich 72, 70-111 Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, Powstancow Wielkopolskich 72, 70-111 Szczecin, Poland
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Evaluation of the Diagnostic and Prognostic Accuracy of Artificial Intelligence in Endodontic Dentistry: A Comprehensive Review of Literature. COMPUTATIONAL AND MATHEMATICAL METHODS IN MEDICINE 2023; 2023:7049360. [PMID: 36761829 PMCID: PMC9904932 DOI: 10.1155/2023/7049360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Revised: 10/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Aim This comprehensive review is aimed at evaluating the diagnostic and prognostic accuracy of artificial intelligence in endodontic dentistry. Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) is a relatively new technology that has widespread use in dentistry. The AI technologies have primarily been used in dentistry to diagnose dental diseases, plan treatment, make clinical decisions, and predict the prognosis. AI models like convolutional neural networks (CNN) and artificial neural networks (ANN) have been used in endodontics to study root canal system anatomy, determine working length measurements, detect periapical lesions and root fractures, predict the success of retreatment procedures, and predict the viability of dental pulp stem cells. Methodology. The literature was searched in electronic databases such as Google Scholar, Medline, PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Scopus, published over the last four decades (January 1980 to September 15, 2021) by using keywords such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, application, endodontics, and dentistry. Results The preliminary search yielded 2560 articles relevant enough to the paper's purpose. A total of 88 articles met the eligibility criteria. The majority of research on AI application in endodontics has concentrated on tracing apical foramen, verifying the working length, projection of periapical pathologies, root morphologies, and retreatment predictions and discovering the vertical root fractures. Conclusion In endodontics, AI displayed accuracy in terms of diagnostic and prognostic evaluations. The use of AI can help enhance the treatment plan, which in turn can lead to an increase in the success rate of endodontic treatment outcomes. The AI is used extensively in endodontics and could help in clinical applications, such as detecting root fractures, periapical pathologies, determining working length, tracing apical foramen, the morphology of root, and disease prediction.
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The Assessment of Quality of the Root Canal Filling and the Number of Visits Needed for Completing Primary Root Canal Treatment by Operators with Different Experience. Bioengineering (Basel) 2022; 9:bioengineering9090468. [PMID: 36135014 PMCID: PMC9495316 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering9090468] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2022] [Revised: 08/12/2022] [Accepted: 09/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The main goal of root canal treatment (RCT) is to eradicate or essentially diminish the microbial population within the root canal system and to prevent reinfection by a proper chemo-mechanical preparation and hermetic final obturation of the root canal space. The aim of this study was to assess the quality of the root canal filling and the number of visits needed for completing RCT by operators with different experience, including dentistry students (4th and 5th year), general dental practitioners (GDPs), and endodontists. Data from medical records of 798 patients were analyzed, obtaining 900 teeth and 1773 obturated canals according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. A similar number of teeth was assessed in each group in terms of density and length of root canal filling and number of visits. The larger number of visits and the lower quality of treatment was observed for 4th year students than for other groups (p < 0.05); in contrast, the endodontists needed the lowest number of visits to complete RCT and more often overfilled teeth than other operator groups (p < 0.05). Interestingly, no statistical difference in quality of root canal filling was noted between 5th year students, GPDs and endodontists. The treatment of lower teeth demanded statistically more visits than that of upper teeth (p < 0.05). The results of the study emphasize that most of the root canal filling performed by operators was considered adequate, regardless of tooth type, files used and number of visits.
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Cotti E, Schirru E. Present status and future directions: Imaging techniques for the detection of periapical lesions. Int Endod J 2022; 55 Suppl 4:1085-1099. [PMID: 36059089 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13828] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2022] [Revised: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Diagnosing and treating apical periodontitis (AP) in an attempt to preserve the natural dentition, and to prevent the direct and indirect systemic effects of this condition, is the major goal in endodontics. Considering that AP is frequently asymptomatic, and is most often associated with a lesion in the periapex of the affected tooth, within the maxillary bones, imaging becomes of paramount importance for the diagnosis of the disease. The aim of this narrative review was to investigate the most relevant classic and current literature to describe which are, to date, the diagnostic imaging systems most reliable and advanced to achieve the early and predictable detection of AP, the best measures of the lesions and the disclosure of the different features of the disease. Dental panoramic tomography (DPT) is a classic exam, considered still useful to provide the basic diagnosis of AP in certain districts of the maxillary bones. Periapical radiographs (PRs) represent a valid routine examination, with few, known limitations. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) is the only system that ensures the early and predictable detection of all periapical lesions in the jaws, with the minor risk of false positives. These techniques can be successfully implemented, with ultrasounds (USI) or magnetic resonance (MRI) imaging, exams that do not use ionising radiations. MRI and USI provide information on specific features of the lesions, like the presence and amount of vascular supply, their content and their relationship with the surrounding soft tissues, leading to differential diagnoses. Further, all the three-dimensional systems (CBCT, USI and MRI) allow the volumetric assessment of AP. Pioneering research on artificial intelligence is slowly progressing in the detection of periapical radiolucencies on DPTs, PRs and CBCTs, however, with promising results. Finally, it is established that all imaging techniques have to be associated with a thorough clinical examination and a good degree of calibration of the operator.
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- Elisabetta Cotti
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, King's College London, London, UK
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Detectability of simulated apical lesions on mandibular premolars and molars between radiographic intraoral and cone-beam computed tomography images: an ex vivo study. Sci Rep 2022; 12:14032. [PMID: 35982122 PMCID: PMC9388656 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-18289-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Adequate endodontic diagnostic is essential when making a therapy decision. Radiographic imagining acquisition methods (IAMs) are fundamental apical lesions of endodontic (ALE) origin diagnose tool. Thus, the aim of this research was to compare the simulated apical lesions (SALs) diagnose potential of digital intraoral radiography (DIR) and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), if there is a relationship between the IAMs, SALs-depth and their correct diagnose likelihood in human mandibular specimens’ datasets. 1024 SALs were prepared in cancellous and cortical bone with different penetration depths. The SALs-stages were radiographed with CBCT and DIR. The IAMs were randomly evaluated by 16 observers in two trials. Possible SAL findings were analyzed according to a five-point scale. The null hypothesis established that SALs detection accuracy does not differ between CBCT and DIR. Significantly differences (first 0.935 and second trial 0.960) were found for the CBCT area under the curve when compared with the DIR (first 0.859 and second trial 0.862) findings. SALs of smaller size were earlier detected by CBCT. In SALs without cortical involvement the probability of detection increased from 90 to 100%. The SALs-depth had the highest detectability influence on cancellous bone lesions and CBCT SALs detectability was 84.9% higher than with DIR images. The CBCT diagnose reproducibility was higher than the one of DIR (Kappa CBCT 75.7–81.4%; DIR 53.4–57.1%). Our results showed that CBCT has a higher SALs IAM diagnosing accuracy and that SALs detection accuracy incremented as the SALs-size increased.
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Agrawal P, Nikhade P. Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry: Past, Present, and Future. Cureus 2022; 14:e27405. [PMID: 36046326 PMCID: PMC9418762 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.27405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Artificial intelligence (AI) has remarkably increased its presence and significance in a wide range of sectors, including dentistry. It can mimic the intelligence of humans to undertake complex predictions and decision-making in the healthcare sector, particularly in endodontics. The models of AI, such as convolutional neural networks and/or artificial neural networks, have shown a variety of applications in endodontics, including studying the anatomy of the root canal system, forecasting the viability of stem cells of the dental pulp, measuring working lengths, pinpointing root fractures and periapical lesions and forecasting the success of retreatment procedures. Future applications of this technology were considered in relation to scheduling, patient care, drug-drug interactions, prognostic diagnosis, and robotic endodontic surgery. In endodontics, in terms of disease detection, evaluation, and prediction, AI has demonstrated accuracy and precision. AI can aid in the advancement of endodontic diagnosis and therapy, which can enhance endodontic treatment results. However, before incorporating AI models into routine clinical operations, it is still important to further certify the cost-effectiveness, dependability, and applicability of these models.
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Afzal N, Sinha A, Kaur N, Yadav M, Pal Aggarwal V, Sharma A. A Three-Dimensional Analysis of Morphological Variations in Maxillary Second Molar in a North Indian Population Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography. Cureus 2022; 14:e27086. [PMID: 36000110 PMCID: PMC9391761 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.27086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Background: Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) has evolved in the field of endodontics and has helped to diagnose and treat the case very easily and accurately. The researchers set out to pinpoint the exact placement of the roots and canals in the maxillary second molars of North Indians by analyzing CBCT pictures. Methods: In this study, in vivo CBCT was used to examine the maxillary second molars (n = 70) in detail. Both the number and configuration of root canals may be determined using Vertucci's categorization. Results: Most people had three roots in their second molars (85.7%). Most maxillary second molars that had three roots looked like they had three separate roots (81.7%). In the roots of 85.7% of maxillary second molars, one canal was found in the mesiobuccal roots, and 14.2% had an MB2 canal. All of the canals in the palatal, distobuccal root, and MB1 root were Type I. The Type II canal configuration was found in 11.7% of MB2 canals. Type IV canals were found in 5% of the MB2 canals. The number of maxillary second molars with MB2 was found to be the same for both men and women (P =0.11). The number of MB2 cases did not depend on where the teeth were or how old the person was (P=0.08 and 0.06, respectively). The fact that both second molars appeared at the same time was important (P<0.001). Conclusions: We report the occurrence of unusual morphologic abnormalities that affect only one root and have only been described in case reports. CBCT scans can help doctors better understand root canal anatomy and potentially enhancing endodontic management outcomes.
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Sharma M, Gupta S, Bhayya DP, Upadhyay K, Pandya D, Srivastava A, Gupta S. CBCT Analysis of Maxillary First Molar in Indian Population. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2022; 15:258-262. [PMID: 35991782 PMCID: PMC9357535 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10005-2375] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Aim This study aimed to assess the variations in root canal morphology of permanent maxillary first molar with the use of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). Materials and methods One hundred extracted teeth were cleaned and arranged in U shape template mimicking natural arch in set of five teeth. These arches were scanned in CBCT and were analyzed by expert radiologist for number of roots, number of canals per root, and Vertucci classification. Result A maximum number of permanent maxillary first molars had three roots, and only 2% had two roots. All the palatal roots and 99% of distobuccal roots had one canal, but one of the distobuccal roots had two canals. Incidence of two canals in MB root is more frequent (60%) than incidence of one canal. The most common type of Vertucci's classification for MB root is a type I, followed by type IV, type II, type VI, type V, type VII. How to cite this article Sharma M, Gupta S, Bhayya DP, et al. CBCT Analysis of Maxillary First Molar in Indian Population. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2022;15(3):258-262.
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- Mohit Sharma
- Department of Dentistry, Shrimant Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Medical College and Hospital, Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hitkarini Dental College and Hospital, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hitkarini Dental College and Hospital, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hitkarini Dental College and Hospital, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Kanchi Upadhyay, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hitkarini Dental College and Hospital, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India, Phone: 91+ 9630172599, e-mail:
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Kusum Devi Sundarlal Duggar Jain Dental College and Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, AIIMS, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- The Dental Studio and Implant Center, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Mirza MB. Evaluation of root and canal morphologies of permanent canines in a Saudi Arabian sub population using cone-beam computed tomography. J Dent Sci 2022; 17:1626-1633. [PMID: 36299301 PMCID: PMC9588781 DOI: 10.1016/j.jds.2022.03.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2022] [Revised: 03/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background/purpose Failure to identify and treat the root canal system in its entirety has been known to be one of the leading causes of unsuccessful root canal treatment (RCT). This study aims to retrospectively assess the permanent canines in a Saudi Arabian sub population for the number of roots, root canal morphologies and the presence of symmetry among them using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). Materials and methods CBCT scans belonging to 945 patients were screened. A total of 1880 permanent canines, 928 pertaining to maxilla and 952 pertaining to mandible were analyzed for the number of roots, root canal morphologies and the presence of symmetry among them. Comparative evaluation between genders was done using Fisher's exact test, since majority of the groups had expected count of less than 5. A calculated P-value of less than 0.05 was considered significant. Chi square test was used for statistical analysis of the data. Intra operator variability was observed using Cohen's Kappa test. Results Single root was observed in 100% and 98.7% of the maxillary and mandibular canines respectively. Two roots were identified in 1.3% of the MnC's. Type I (97.48%), Type II (0.21%), Type III (1.05%) and Type V (1.26%) Vertucci canal configurations (VC) were observed in MnC's. Statistical significant difference was observed concerning the number of roots and canal morphology according to Vertucci in the mandibular canines. No difference was observed according to Ahmed et al. classification system. Moreover, there was no gender based difference seen among them. Conclusion More variable root and canal morphologies are observed in MnC's, although single root with Type I VC is the most common.
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Mizuhashi F, Watarai Y, Ogura I. Diagnosis of Vertical Root Fractures in Endodontically Treated Teeth by Cone-Beam Computed Tomography. J Imaging 2022; 8:jimaging8030051. [PMID: 35324606 PMCID: PMC8949458 DOI: 10.3390/jimaging8030051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2022] [Revised: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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The purpose of this study was to investigate the characteristics and the detection ability of vertical root fractures in endodontically treated teeth by intraoral radiography and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). CBCT images of 50 patients with root fractures in endodontically treated teeth were reviewed, and 36 vertical root fractures were taken in this study. The cause of fracture, core construction, kind of teeth, and fracture direction (bucco-lingual and mesio-distal fractures) were investigated. Detection ability of vertical root fractures by intraoral radiography and CBCT was also examined. Statistical analyses concerning the characteristics were performed by χ2 test, and the detection ability was analyzed by cross-tabulation. All of the fractured teeth were nontraumatized teeth. The vertical root fracture occurrence was not differed by core construction. The vertical root fracture number was largest at the premolar teeth (p = 0.005), and the number of the bucco-lingual fracture was larger than the mesio-distal fracture (p = 0.046). Vertical root fractures were detectable using CBCT, while undetectable by intraoral radiography (p < 0.001). Vertical root fractures occurred easily in premolar teeth with bucco-lingual direction, and CBCT is an adequate radiographic method to diagnose vertical root fracture.
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- Fumi Mizuhashi
- Department of Removable Prosthodontics, The Nippon Dental University School of Life Dentistry at Niigata, Niigata 951-8580, Japan;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +81-25-267-1500
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- Department of Removable Prosthodontics, The Nippon Dental University School of Life Dentistry at Niigata, Niigata 951-8580, Japan;
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, The Nippon Dental University School of Life Dentistry at Niigata, Niigata 951-8580, Japan;
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AlAnazi YS, AlQahtani MAS, Al Zahrani SAK, AlMusallam MA, AlDosari RA, AlShahrani MO, Al Qarni TA, Al Mutairi MS, AlQahtani SA. Impact of Endodontic Treatment and Coronal Restoration on Endodontically Treated Teeth’s Periapical State; A Systematic Review. PHARMACOPHORE 2022. [DOI: 10.51847/vwrgtjjyyo] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Buchanan GD, Gamieldien MY, Fabris-Rotelli I, van Schoor A, Uys A. Root and canal morphology of the permanent anterior dentition in a Black South African population using cone-beam computed tomography and two classification systems. J Oral Sci 2022; 64:218-223. [DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.22-0027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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- Glynn D. Buchanan
- Department of Odontology, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria
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- Department of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria
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- Department of Statistics, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, University of Pretoria
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria
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Ríos-Osorio N, Muñoz-Alvear HD, Jiménez-Castellanos FA, Quijano-Guauque S, Jiménez-Peña O, García-Perdomo HA, Caviedes-Bucheli J. Association between cigarette smoking and the prevalence of post-endodontic periapical pathology: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Restor Dent Endod 2022; 47:e27. [PMID: 36090507 PMCID: PMC9436652 DOI: 10.5395/rde.2022.47.e27] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2021] [Revised: 11/07/2021] [Accepted: 11/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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- Néstor Ríos-Osorio
- Research Department COC-CICO, Institución Universitaria Colegios de Colombia UNICOC, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Research Department COC-CICO, Institución Universitaria Colegios de Colombia UNICOC, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Research Department COC-CICO, Institución Universitaria Colegios de Colombia UNICOC, Bogotá, Colombia
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N KK, Merwade S, Prabakaran P, C H LP, B S A, C N G. Magnetic resonance imaging versus cone beam computed tomography in diagnosis of periapical pathosis – A systematic review. Saudi Dent J 2021; 33:784-794. [PMID: 34938018 PMCID: PMC8665196 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2021.09.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2020] [Revised: 07/17/2021] [Accepted: 09/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Objective The diagnosis of any dental pathology can vary from being simple to challenging. While the use of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is well established, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) remains a proof of concept. This systematic review aims to compare the diagnostic ability of MRI with CBCT in diagnosing periapical pathosis. Materials and Methods This systematic search was performed using the electronic databases of MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, Google Scholar, and Science Direct to identify relevant articles from 2010 to 2020. The search terms used were magnetic resonance imaging, cone beam computed tomography, diagnosis, and periapical diseases. Result In total, 3218 potentially relevant abstracts and titles were identified. After removing duplicates, 1288 articles were reviewed for titles and abstracts, and 29 articles were selected for full-text reading. From those, 19 articles were finally selected that included original research studies, case reports, and case series and were included for systematic review. Most of the studies included in this review suggested that the combined use of CBCT and MRI is needed for a better and more precise diagnosis of complex periapical pathoses. The main advantage of MRI is its ability to image soft tissues usingnonionizing radiation, and the main disadvantage in the case of CBCT is overdiagnosis of the lesion. Conclusion MRI has various advantages over CBCT with similar diagnostic utility. When diagnosing periapical pathogens, both MRI and CBCT are needed for an accurate diagnosis.
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Pociask E, Nurzynska K, Obuchowicz R, Bałon P, Uryga D, Strzelecki M, Izworski A, Piórkowski A. Differential Diagnosis of Cysts and Granulomas Supported by Texture Analysis of Intraoral Radiographs. SENSORS 2021; 21:s21227481. [PMID: 34833558 PMCID: PMC8618739 DOI: 10.3390/s21227481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate whether textural analysis could differentiate between the two common types of lytic lesions imaged with use of radiography. Sixty-two patients were enrolled in the study with intraoral radiograph images and a histological reference study. Full textural analysis was performed using MaZda software. For over 10,000 features, logistic regression models were applied. Fragments containing lesion edges were characterized by significant correlation of structural information. Although the input images were stored using lossy compression and their scale was not preserved, the obtained results confirmed the possibility of distinguishing between cysts and granulomas with use of textural analysis of intraoral radiographs. It was shown that the important information distinguishing the aforementioned types of lesions is located at the edges and not within the lesion.
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- Elżbieta Pociask
- Department of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, AGH University of Science and Technology, 30-059 Krakow, Poland; (P.B.); (A.I.)
- Correspondence: (E.P.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Algorithmics and Software, Silesian University of Technology, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland;
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- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, 31-501 Krakow, Poland;
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- Department of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, AGH University of Science and Technology, 30-059 Krakow, Poland; (P.B.); (A.I.)
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- Department of Oral Surgery, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, 31-155 Krakow, Poland;
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- Institute of Electronics, Lodz University of Technology, 93-590 Lodz, Poland;
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- Department of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, AGH University of Science and Technology, 30-059 Krakow, Poland; (P.B.); (A.I.)
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- Department of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, AGH University of Science and Technology, 30-059 Krakow, Poland; (P.B.); (A.I.)
- Correspondence: (E.P.); (A.P.)
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Ramis-Alario A, Tarazona-Álvarez B, Peñarrocha-Diago M, Soto-Peñaloza D, Peñarrocha-Diago M, Peñarrocha-Oltra D. Is periapical surgery follow-up with only two-dimensional radiographs reliable? A retrospective cohort type sensitivity study. Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal 2021; 26:e711-e718. [PMID: 34704982 PMCID: PMC8601649 DOI: 10.4317/medoral.24447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2020] [Accepted: 09/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Background Two-dimensional (2D) radiographic techniques are commonly used for assessing lesion prognosis after endodontic surgery. The present retrospective cohort study analyzes the sensitivity and ability of different radiographic techniques in obtaining area and volume measurements of periapical lesions. Material and Methods Preoperative and follow-up (6-48 months) periapical and panoramic radiographs (index test) and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images (reference standard) were selected from an endodontic microsurgery database. Sensitivity was analyzed independently by two examiners. The areas of the 2D radiographic images and CBCT volumes were studied using Itk-Snap software and Romexis viewer. Results The sample comprised 105 patients and 105 teeth, with a mean follow-up of 21 months (range 6-48). Preoperatively, CBCT detected all the periapical areas, periapical radiography detected 67, and panoramic radiography detected 60. Postoperatively, of the 52 cases in which CBCT detected remains of the periapical area, periapical radiography detected 22, and panoramic radiography detected 17. The measurements of the areas obtained by the 2D methods, and the volumes obtained by CBCT, had to be transformed into linear measures for comparison purposes. The measurements were found to be significantly different in both the preoperative and the follow-up images. Conclusions Periapical radiography showed greater sensitivity than panoramic radiography, both preoperatively and at follow-up. The lesions measured with CBCT were larger, with significant differences than as evidenced by the periapical and panoramic radiographs. Key words:Periapical radiography, panoramic radiography, CBCT, sensitivity, treatment outcome, size of periapical radiolucency, area, volume.
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- A Ramis-Alario
- Department of Stomatology Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia Gascoì Oliag, 1, 46010, Valencia, Spain
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Thanaruengrong P, Kulvitit S, Navachinda M, Charoenlarp P. Prevalence of complex root canal morphology in the mandibular first and second premolars in Thai population: CBCT analysis. BMC Oral Health 2021; 21:449. [PMID: 34530811 PMCID: PMC8444426 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-021-01822-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Accepted: 09/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background Mandibular premolars demonstrate high variability in root canal morphology, especially mandibular first premolars. The purposes of this study were to determine the prevalence of root canal configurations of mandibular premolars according to Vertucci classification in a Thai population. Methods Total of 1159 CBCT images of Thai patients who received radiographic imaging at the Department of Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University in 2017–2018 was evaluated. The data were reported using descriptive statistics and the relationship between the prevalence of the root canal complexities and sex was analyzed using the chi-squared test. Results The most common root canal configuration was Vertucci type I, with a 63.1% and 98% prevalence in the mandibular first and second premolars, respectively. More than 98% of mandibular premolars had a single root. The prevalence of a bifurcation was 28.5% and 1.5% in the mandibular first and second premolars, respectively. The prevalence of a trifurcation was 3.2% in the mandibular first premolar. A C-shaped root canal was observed at 23.7% and 0.7% in the mandibular first and second premolars, respectively. The level of branching was mostly found at the middle 1/3 of the root. Bilateral appearance of the same root canal configuration was identified in 80.3% and 95.9% in the mandibular first and second premolars, respectively. There was no relationship between sex and the prevalence of a bifurcation, trifurcation, or C-shaped root canal. Conclusion Mandibular first premolars have more root canal complexities than mandibular second premolars. Horizontal tube shift x-ray technique, CBCT, dental operating microscope, and knowledge of root canal configurations have an important role in root canal identification in mandibular premolar with suspected complex root canal morphology. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12903-021-01822-7.
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- Paramee Thanaruengrong
- Department of Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, 34 Henri-Dunant Road, Wangmai, Pathumwan, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, 34 Henri-Dunant Road, Wangmai, Pathumwan, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand.
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, 34 Henri-Dunant Road, Wangmai, Pathumwan, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
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Ramis-Alario A, Soto-Peñaloza D, Tarazona-Alvarez B, Peñarrocha-Diago M, Peñarrocha-Oltra D. Comparison of the diagnostic efficacy of 2D radiography and cone beam computed tomography in persistent apical periodontal disease: A PRISMA-DTA systematic review and meta-analysis. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2021; 132:e153-e168. [PMID: 34376356 DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2021.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2021] [Revised: 06/27/2021] [Accepted: 07/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to answer the question: Do conventional radiographs (periapical/panoramic) afford better diagnostic outcomes than cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) as a complement for clinical diagnosis of apical lesions with persistent apical periodontitis or disease after root canal treatment? STUDY DESIGN Five electronic databases were searched and provided information to enable construction of a table to determine primary diagnostic measures and secondary parameters. The evidence was appraised with the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies tool and GRADEpro software. RESULTS Twenty-seven articles (9903 diagnostic images) were included. The pooled sensitivity, specificity, area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUCROC), positive predictive value, negative predictive value, negative likelihood ratio, and accuracy were 0.58, 1, 0.77, 1, 0.68, 0.45, and 0.79, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Moderate certainty evidence suggested that conventional radiographs showed poor sensitivity and excellent specificity but good diagnostic performance in terms of AUCROC and accuracy. Sensitivity, AUCROC, and negative likelihood ratio values could be reduced if the time elapsed to diagnosis after root canal treatment exceeded 5 years. The use of CBCT with a reduced field of view or a 2D radiographic technique should be weighed considering patient-specific and indication-oriented criteria as taking precedence over the therapeutic goal.
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- Amparo Ramis-Alario
- Oral Surgery Unit, Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Master in Oral Surgery and Implantology, Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain.
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- Chairman of Oral Surgery and Director of the Master in Oral Surgery and Implantology, Valencia University Medical and Dental School, Valencia, Spain
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- Full Professor of Oral Surgery, Department of Stomatology, Valencia University Medical and Dental School, Valencia, Spain
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Endodontics requires radiographic imaging for diagnosis, treatment planning, therapy, and follow-up. Dental radiography allows for the identification of pathologic changes in the periradicular tissues that cannot be visualized by clinical inspection. For the precise execution of endodontic therapy, regular radiographic verification of individual treatment steps is necessary. As a review for clinicians, normal and pathologic findings relevant to Endodontics are presented. Key radiographic imaging techniques, such as the paralleling and bisecting techniques, as well as horizontal and vertical eccentric radiographs, are discussed. The increasing utilization and impact of cone-beam computed tomography providing 3-dimensional volume imaging are reviewed.
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- Frank C Setzer
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dental Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, 240 South 40th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA.
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dental Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, 240 South 40th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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Aminoshariae A, Kulild J, Nagendrababu V. Artificial Intelligence in Endodontics: Current Applications and Future Directions. J Endod 2021; 47:1352-1357. [PMID: 34119562 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2021.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2021] [Revised: 06/03/2021] [Accepted: 06/03/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to replicate human intelligence to perform prediction and complex decision making in health care and has significantly increased its presence and relevance in various tasks and applications in dentistry, especially endodontics. The aim of this review was to discuss the current endodontic applications of AI and potential future directions. METHODS Articles that have addressed the applications of AI in endodontics were evaluated for information pertinent to include in this narrative review. RESULTS AI models (eg, convolutional neural networks and/or artificial neural networks) have demonstrated various applications in endodontics such as studying root canal system anatomy, detecting periapical lesions and root fractures, determining working length measurements, predicting the viability of dental pulp stem cells, and predicting the success of retreatment procedures. The future of this technology was discussed in light of helping with scheduling, treating patients, drug-drug interactions, diagnosis with prognostic values, and robotic-assisted endodontic surgery. CONCLUSIONS AI demonstrated accuracy and precision in terms of detection, determination, and disease prediction in endodontics. AI can contribute to the improvement of diagnosis and treatment that can lead to an increase in the success of endodontic treatment outcomes. However, it is still necessary to further verify the reliability, applicability, and cost-effectiveness of AI models before transferring these models into day-to-day clinical practice.
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- Anita Aminoshariae
- Department of Endodontics, Case School of Dental Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio.
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- Department of Endodontics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry, Kansas City, Missouri
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Anatomical Evaluation of Mandibular Molars in a Saudi Population: An In Vivo Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Study. Int J Dent 2021; 2021:5594464. [PMID: 33859691 PMCID: PMC8026304 DOI: 10.1155/2021/5594464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Revised: 03/06/2021] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Objective This study assessed the canal configuration of mandibular molars according to Vertucci's classification of a Saudi population using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). Methods A total of 290 first and 367 second mandibular molars were analyzed. The CBCT images were evaluated in three sections to inspect the number of roots and canals and canal system. The data are presented as frequencies and percentages. The chi-squared test was used to assess differences between both sides. SPSS was used for analysis, with a significance level of α ≤ 0.05. Results Among the first molars, 95.4% of the teeth had two roots, and 64.5% had three canals. Approximately 57.9% showed Vertucci type IV mesial roots. Between the second molars, 89.6% of teeth had two roots and 80.4% had three canals. The frequency of Vertucci type IV (39.4%) was the highest in mesial roots. The first molars showed a high prevalence of 3-rooted teeth (5.5%). Both the right and left sides showed teeth with similar external and internal anatomy (p < 0.05). Conclusion Most of the mandibular first and second molars had two roots and three canals. In the first mandibular molars, similar to the second mandibular molars, the majority of the mesial canals had Vertucci type IV, while the distal canals had Vertucci type I.
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Plascencia H, Díaz M, Ordinola-Zapata R, Vázquez-Sánchez ME, Juárez-Broon N, Ruíz-Gutiérrez A, Gascón G, Cruz A. Intra- and Interobserver Agreement during the Assessment of the Different Stages of Root Development Using 4 Radiographic Classifications. J Endod 2021; 47:906-913. [PMID: 33705830 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2021.02.014] [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: 08/26/2020] [Revised: 02/18/2021] [Accepted: 02/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION This study analyzed intra- and interobserver agreements during radiographic assessment of the different stages of root development using the dichotomous, Moorrees, Demirjian, and Cvek classifications, as well as the effect of the observer's level of experience on the result. METHODS Two hundred eighty-five digital periapical radiographs were examined via visual inspection by 3 experienced and 3 nonexperienced observers (n = 6) under strict technological and viewing conditions. After observer calibration, determination of the presence or absence of an open apex and the assignment of a root development stage according to the different subdivisions of the 4 indexes were performed. This evaluation was carried out by each observer in duplicate in the first round (n = 8) and repeated in the second round (n = 8). The 16 examinations performed by each observer (N = 96) were analyzed to determine the percentage of concordance followed by intraobserver, interobserver, and global observer agreement using the kappa coefficient and a weighted kappa. Additionally, to determine the level of concordance between the visual determination of an open or closed apex and the apical foramen width measured in millimeters, a dichotomized kappa coefficient was applied. RESULTS A good level of global observer agreement was found for the dichotomous, Demirjian, and Cvek classifications. However, a significantly low percentage of total concordance and global observer agreement (6.66% and 0.498, respectively) was obtained using the Moorrees classification, which was more pronounced among nonexperienced observers (0.247). Apical foramen width measurements indicated the presence of 143 roots with an open apex (50.2%) and 142 with a closed apex (49.8%), and the dichotomized kappa coefficient test revealed a good level of agreement during the visual determination of an open or closed apex (range, 0.611-0.636). CONCLUSIONS The classifications of Cvek and Demirjian provided reliable results when determining the different stages of root development. In contrast, the Moorrees classification provided the lowest agreement values, with a significant negative effect among nonexperienced observers. Finally, the visual estimation of the presence (or absence) of an open apex provided a good level of concordance with the radiographic apical foramen width.
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- Hugo Plascencia
- Endodontic Postgraduate Program, University Center of Health Sciences (CUCS), University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico.
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- Endodontic Postgraduate Program, University Center of Health Sciences (CUCS), University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Division of Endodontics, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- Endodontic Postgraduate Program, University Center of Health Sciences (CUCS), University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Endodontic Postgraduate Program, University Center of Health Sciences (CUCS), University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Endodontic Postgraduate Program, University Center of Health Sciences (CUCS), University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Endodontic Postgraduate Program, University Center of Health Sciences (CUCS), University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Research Institute in Biomedical Sciences, University Center of Health Sciences (CUCS), University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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Use of Cone Beam Computed Tomography for Identification of a Distant Causative Tooth: An Unusual Case of an Apical Lesion from a Maxillary Premolar Mimicking That from Maxillary Incisors. Case Rep Dent 2021; 2020:8830524. [PMID: 33489383 PMCID: PMC7790565 DOI: 10.1155/2020/8830524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2020] [Revised: 12/17/2020] [Accepted: 12/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The article describes an unusual case of an apical lesion at the first premolar with spontaneous pain and swelling around the root and tooth mobility at the maxillary right central and lateral incisors. The patient was a 45-year-old man with a chief complaint of discomfort at the maxillary right central and lateral incisors for one year. Oral examination showed spontaneous pain, swelling, and tooth mobility of the maxillary right central and lateral incisors. Intraoral and panoramic radiographs showed clear apical radiolucency at these sites, although there were no carious incisors. Neither tooth had periodontal pockets, and there was no bleeding on probing sites. A cold thermal examination revealed normal responses of the vital dental pulp. Initial panoramic radiography showed an apical lesion of the maxillary right first premolar, which was root filled and without inflammatory symptoms. A cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) revealed that the apical lesion of the premolar had extensively spread to the anterior through the palatal side, circumventing the palatal side of the adjacent canine, and reached the apical areas of the central and lateral incisors. We treated the apical lesion of the first premolar, and the radiolucent regions had almost disappeared after three years with regard to not only the apical lesion in the first premolar and incisors but also the primary symptoms on the incisors without endodontic treatment. This case shows that CBCT is an effective alternative that allows appropriate treatment to be selected more reliably.
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Taveras Parra C, Fiori-Chíncaro GA, Agudelo-Botero AM. [Imaginology in the diagnosis and planning of root duct systems: an updated review]. REVISTA CIENTÍFICA ODONTOLÓGICA 2021; 9:e045. [PMID: 38464410 PMCID: PMC10919806 DOI: 10.21142/2523-2754-0901-2021-045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2020] [Accepted: 11/18/2020] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Root canal systems present a varied morphological conformation for each group of teeth. Several authors have described the anatomical conformation and its variants in different classifications, including the main, collateral, lateral, secondary, accessory, interduct, recurrent, apical delta and interradicular cavus canals. Currently, radiology still does not allow visualization of all these structures. However, proper use of imaging techniques together with the use of new 3D equipment for adjustments of acquisition parameters with adequate software and algorithms allows greater image precision, facilitating diagnosis and the planning of the most adequate approach for endodontic treatments. The objective of this article was to conduct a review of the literature to identify new concepts and useful imaging tools for better diagnoses.
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- Crismely Taveras Parra
- Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE). Santo Domingo, República Dominicana. Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) Santo Domingo República Dominicana
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- División de Radiología Bucal y Maxilofacial, Universidad Científica del Sur. Lima, Perú. Universidad Científica del Sur División de Radiología Bucal y Maxilofacial Universidad Científica del Sur Lima Peru
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- Universidad Autónoma de Manizales. Manizales, Colombia. Universidad Autónoma de Manizales Universidad Autónoma de Manizales Manizales Colombia
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Candeiro GTM, Monteiro Dodt Teixeira IM, Olimpio Barbosa DA, Vivacqua-Gomes N, Alves FRF. Vertucci's Root Canal Configuration of 14,413 Mandibular Anterior Teeth in a Brazilian Population: A Prevalence Study Using Cone-beam Computed Tomography. J Endod 2020; 47:404-408. [PMID: 33326836 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2020.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2020] [Revised: 11/29/2020] [Accepted: 12/06/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION This cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT)-based study evaluated the root canal configurations of mandibular anterior teeth in a large Brazilian population, along with the influence of sex and the frequency of symmetry between the contralateral teeth. METHODS Overall, 2543 CBCT scans, including those of 4773 lower central incisors (LCIs), 4835 lower lateral incisors (LLIs), and 4805 lower canines (LCs), were analyzed. The scans were obtained from a private radiologic clinic using the PreXion 3D device (Yoshida Dental Mfg Co, Ltd, Tokyo, Japan) with a 0.14-mm voxel size; exposure parameters of 90 kV, 4 mA, and 19 seconds; and a field of view of 80 × 80 mm. Root canal anatomy was analyzed according to the Vertucci classification. Sex influence on the canal distribution and symmetry between the contralateral teeth were analyzed. The data were analyzed statistically and were considered significant when P < .05. RESULTS All LCIs and LLIs had 1 root, whereas 2.4% of LCs had 2 roots. Two root canals were observed in approximately 20% of LCIs and LLIs and in approximately 11% of LCs. The most common configuration was type I followed by type III. Bilateral symmetry occurred in a majority of the individuals (ie, 91% in LCIs, 87% in LLIs, and 87% in LCs). No sex influence was noted with LLIs and LCs (P > .05). However, LCIs showed a higher prevalence of 2 canals in men (P < .05). CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of 2 root canals in the mandibular anterior teeth in Brazilians was approximately 20% for central and lateral incisors and 10% for canines.
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- George T M Candeiro
- Post Graduate Program in Dental Sciences, University Center Christus, Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
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- Post Graduate Program in Dentistry, Faculty São Leopoldo Mandic, Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil
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- Department of Endodontics and Dental Research Group, Iguaçu University, Nova Iguaçu, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Post Graduate Program in Dentistry, University of Grande Rio, Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Yang Y, Wu B, Zeng J, Chen M. Classification and morphology of middle mesial canals of mandibular first molars in a southern Chinese subpopulation: a cone-beam computed tomographic study. BMC Oral Health 2020; 20:358. [PMID: 33302951 PMCID: PMC7726862 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-020-01339-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2020] [Accepted: 11/22/2020] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Background Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) was employed to study the morphology and curvature of middle mesial canals (MMCs) of mandibular first molars (MFMs). Methods CBCT scanning was performed on MFMs of 1100 patients. Patients' images that met the inclusion criteria were divided into group A (< 40 years old) and group B (≥ 40 years old) for further study. The images were used to study the incidence of MMCs at different ages, measure the curvature of MMCs in the mesiodistal and buccolingual directions using the Schneider method, and observe the anatomical morphology of the mesial root canal system. All statistical analyses were performed by using SPSS 21.0 software. Quantitative data were presented as mean ± standard deviation. Student’s t-test was used to calculate the statistical significance. P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results In 875 patients, 1750 MFM images met the inclusion criteria. Among these cases, 158 MFMs contained an MMC, yielding an incidence rate of 9.03%. The incidence rate of MMCs was 11.22% in group A and 6.61% in group B, and this difference was statistically significant (P < 0.05). The curvature in the mesiodistal direction was 29.39 ± 8.53° in group A and 26.06 ± 8.50° in group B, and this difference was also significant (P < 0.05). The curved regions in groups A and B were often located in the middle 1/3 of canal. No significant difference in the distance between MMC orifices and mesiobuccal canal orifices or mesiolingual canal orifices was noted (P > 0.05). The most common mesial root canal morphological type was type II (3-2) (53.80%). Conclusion The incidence of MMCs in MFMs declined as age increased. The canal systems of MMCs were varied and complex, mainly exhibiting an obvious mesiodistal curve. CBCT is an outstanding method to help guide root canal therapy. *Yeqing Yang and Buling Wu have contribute equally to this article.
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- Yeqing Yang
- Stomatological Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, Guangdong, China.,School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Shenzhen Stomatology Hospital (Pingshan), Southern Medical University, Shenzhen, China.,School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China.,School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Stomatological Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, Guangdong, China. .,School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China.
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Bunn DL, Corrêa M, Dutra KL, Schimdt TF, Teixeira CDS, Garcia LDFR, Bortoluzzi EA. Accuracy of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography in Measuring the Thickness of Radicular Dentin. Braz Dent J 2020; 31:516-522. [PMID: 33146336 DOI: 10.1590/0103-6440202002938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2019] [Accepted: 04/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) in measuring radicular dentin thickness focused on intraradicular post placement planning treatment. Ten single-rooted human premolars were selected. The teeth were divided into three segments (cervical, middle and apical). The coronal face of the apical and middle sections was selected for the dentin thickness assessment; which was measured from the external root surface to the root canal wall, on the buccal, lingual, mesial, and distal surfaces of each tooth. In situ anatomical measurement was the reference standard, and the corresponding axial CBCT imaging were evaluated by the i-CAT software. The one-way ANOVA test and the Bonferroni post hoc test were applied to compare the groups (p>0.05). CBCT imaging measurements (p=0.003) overestimated the radicular dentin thickness compared to the reference standard. Descriptive analysis showed that the greatest difference between the reference standard and the tomographic measurement means were 0.20 mm. One-way ANOVA test found the statistical significant difference among group's measurements. Bonferroni correction demonstrated statistically significant difference only related lingual surface for the CBCT imaging measurements. CBCT imaging measurements overestimated the radicular dentin thickness. However, the measurement difference was clinically acceptable.
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- Daiana Lopes Bunn
- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Health Sciences Center, UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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Paterson A, Franco V, Patel S, Foschi F. Use of preoperative cone-beam computed tomography to aid in establishment of endodontic working length: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Imaging Sci Dent 2020; 50:183-192. [PMID: 33005575 PMCID: PMC7506090 DOI: 10.5624/isd.2020.50.3.183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2019] [Revised: 04/14/2020] [Accepted: 04/26/2020] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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Purpose This study was performed to assess the accuracy of preoperative cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), when justified for other reasons, in locating the apical foramen and establishing the working length. Materials and Methods Six electronic databases were searched for studies on this subject. All studies, of any type, were included if they compared measurements of working length with preoperative CBCT to measurements using an electronic apex locator (EAL) or histological reference standard. Due to the high levels of heterogeneity, an inverse-variance random-effects model was chosen, and weighted mean differences were obtained with 95% confidence intervals and P values. Results Nine studies were included. Compared to a histological reference standard, CBCT indicated that the apical foramen was on average 0.40 mm coronal of its histological position, with a mean absolute difference of 0.48 mm. Comparisons were also performed to an EAL reference standard, but the conclusions could not be considered robust due to high levels of heterogeneity in the results. Conclusion A low level of evidence is produced suggesting that preoperative CBCT shows the apical foramen to be on average 0.40 mm coronal to its histological position, with a mean absolute difference of 0.48 mm.
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- Department of Endodontics, The Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences at Kings' College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Endodontics, The Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences at Kings' College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Endodontics, The Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences at Kings' College London, London, United Kingdom.,Department of Therapeutic Dentistry, Institute of Dentistry, I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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Background
Endodontic disease can adversely affect the quality of life and therefore early diagnosis and consequent timely treatment is of paramount importance for the Endodontist. Radiology is an essential component in treatment planning, disease monitoring and assessment of treatment outcome. Periapical radiographs and panoramic radiography are frequently utilised but they provide only two-dimensional representation of three-dimensional structures. The advent of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) offers three-dimensional accuracy of the hard tissue images with a reasonable cost and this has revolutionised imaging of the dentomaxillofacial structures. This imaging system has been seen to overcome some limitations of conventional radiography, as brought out in this review. The improvement in the accuracy is, however, accompanied at the cost of increased radiation exposure to the patient. Nevertheless, smaller areas of exposure are normally appropriate for endodontic imaging, and adjustment in the exposure parameters can further moderate the effective dose (Loubele et al. 37(6):309-18, 2008).
Aims and objectives
The aim of this review is to present the pertinent literature on the various applications of cone beam computed tomography in the field of endodontics.
Methods
Literature was electronically searched on the following sources; Medline and Keats Library. Further, a manual search was performed on the following journals: International Endodontic Journal, Journal of Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, Endodontology, Journal of Dental Research, European Journal of Oral Sciences & Odontology and Dentomaxillofacial Radiology. A preliminary search was performed to gain an idea of the available literature using keywords ‘Cone Beam Computed Tomography’ to view the volume of the literature evident and identify questions to be addressed in this review. The initial search showed 243 potential articles. After scrutinising the titles and abstracts of the retrieved articles, 70 relevant studies were reviewed in full text. Furthermore, ‘published guidelines on the use of CBCT’ were also searched so as to include the results as an additional source material. All the articles eligible to be included in the review were in the English language and ranged from the year 1960 to the present. Also all the studies reviewed were based on the various uses of cone beam computed tomography in the field of endodontics. The keywords used to search were ‘Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT)’, ‘Conventional radiography’, ‘Applications of CBCT in endodontics’, ‘CBCT and tooth morphology’, ‘CBCT and apical periodontitis’, ‘CBCT and vertical root fractures’, ‘CBCT and resorption’, ‘CBCT and pre-surgical assessment’, ‘CBCT and dento-alveolar trauma’ and ‘CBCT and endodontic outcome’.
Results
Every case is unique and CBCT should be considered only after studying each case individually. CBCT imaging needs to be adopted or used where information from conventional imaging systems is either inadequate for the management of endodontic problems or inconclusive. Having said that, it is safe to state that CBCT imaging has the potential to become the first choice for endodontic treatment planning and outcome assessment, especially when new scanners with lower radiation doses and enhanced resolution would be available.
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Faraj BM. The frequency of the second mesiobuccal canal in maxillary first molars among a sample of the Kurdistan Region-Iraq population - A retrospective cone-beam computed tomography evaluation. J Dent Sci 2020; 16:91-95. [PMID: 33384783 PMCID: PMC7770281 DOI: 10.1016/j.jds.2020.06.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2020] [Revised: 06/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background/purpose One of the most complexes in root and canal anatomy is the maxillary first permanent molar. This study aimed to analyze the frequency of mesiobuccal (MB2) canal and its apical portals of exit, in patients belonging to different gender-age groups and determine the possible relation with sex and age. Materials and methods A CBCT scan images were accessed from a documented database of 343 patients (178 male, 165 female), who had an oral and maxillofacial examination. The age of the patients ranging from 12 to 63 years. The frequency of the MB2 canal and its portals of exit apically were observed. Age and gender correlation were calculated using the χ2 test. P < 0.05 was considered significant. Results A total of 634 maxillary first molars (335 male, 299 female) were included. The MB2 canal was found in 53.78% of the cases. A significantly higher incidence of the MB2 canal was detected in males than in females. No correlation in the presence and/or absence of the MB2 canal in terms of age. When MB2 canal present, a single apical foramen was observed in 66.28% of the cases, two apical foramina were present in 33.72% of the cases. Conclusion MB2 canals may be present in approximately half of the cases, from which one third of the cases have their own apical portal of exit.
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Musu D, Cadeddu Dessalvi C, Shemesh H, Frenda MG, Mercuro G, Cotti E. Ultrasound examination for the detection of simulated periapical bone lesions in bovine mandibles: an ex vivo study. Int Endod J 2020; 53:1289-1298. [PMID: 32531801 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2020] [Accepted: 06/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM To evaluate the accuracy of ultrasound examination (USE) for the detection of artificial bone defects in bovine mandibles in the absence of complete erosion of the cortical bone plate and to determine the minimum cortical thickness that constitutes a barrier for ultrasound waves. METHODOLOGY Sixty bovine mandibular anatomical blocks were harvested and uniformly distributed amongst six experimental groups. The negative control consisted of blocks with no intra-bony defects, whereas the positive control consisted of blocks with an artificial lesion of 2 mm diameter that perforated the buccal cortical bone plate. Two experimental groups comprised blocks with small (2 mm) and large (5 mm) artificial defects created under a cortical plate thinned to varying thicknesses. Two additional groups had small (2 mm) and large (5 mm) artificial defects that did not involve the cortical plate. After USE, the scans were saved and submitted to three blinded examiners. Sensitivity, specificity, predictive values and receiver-operating characteristics (ROC) were analysed. The significance of the findings (P < 0.05) was appraised using the chi-square statistics with the Yates correction, whilst the intra- and inter-examiner agreements were evaluated through Kappa statistics. RESULTS USE was associated with high sensitivity (97.3%) and negative predictive value (89%), and a perfect score for specificity and positive predictive value. The ROC curve analysis revealed an accuracy of 97.8%. The k-values were 0.86 and 0.89 for the first and second examinations, respectively, demonstrating very high inter-observer agreement. The intra-observer agreement was also high (k-value = 0.92). A significant correlation between the echographic diagnosis and the presence or absence of artificial intraosseous lesions in the anatomical blocks of bovine mandibles was observed (P < 0.0001). CONCLUSIONS USE was highly accurate and reliable for the detection of artificial lesions within bovine mandibles, regardless of the thickness or presence of the cortical plate.
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- D Musu
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Endodontology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Public Health, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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Gudac J, Hellén-Halme K, Venskutonis T, Puisys A, Machiulskiene V. Comparison of Selected Anatomical and Treatment-related Diagnostic Parameters Estimated by Cone-Beam Computed Tomography and Digital Periapical Radiography in Teeth with Apical Periodontitis. EJOURNAL OF ORAL MAXILLOFACIAL RESEARCH 2020; 11:e4. [PMID: 32760477 PMCID: PMC7393929 DOI: 10.5037/jomr.2020.11204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2020] [Accepted: 06/04/2020] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Objectives To compare selected anatomical and treatment-related diagnostic parameters estimated by cone-beam computed tomography and by digital periapical radiography in teeth with apical periodontitis, and to evaluate reliability of different examiners in interpretation of images obtained by both methods. Material and Methods Teeth with apical periodontitis were evaluated independently by 2 endodontists and 1 radiologist based on 128 cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and 162 digital periapical radiography (DPR) images. Anatomical (size, relation with root, location of periapical radiolucency) and treatment-related (canal obturation length, homogeneity, coronal seal) parameters were assessed. Fleiss kappa reflected inter-observer agreement while intra-examiner agreement was estimated by Cohen’s kappa. McNemar and McNemar-Bowker tests served for evaluation of differences between CBCT- and DPR-based estimates. Results Cohen’s kappa ranged from 0.62 to 1 for all examiners. Fleiss kappa values were nearly perfect for majority of parameters. Diagnostic discrepancy between methods was found for size of radiolucency that in 15 - 17% cases was larger, and in 25 - 28% smaller in DPR than in CBCT images. DPR revealed 20% of root canals scored as non-obturated while in CBCT - obturation present. Canal obturation was rated as homogenous by CBCT, while absent or non-homogenous by DPR, in 17 - 23%, and 11 - 14% of cases, respectively. Radiologist detected more root perforations in CBCT than in DPR images. Conclusions Good intra- and inter-examiner agreement for anatomical and treatment-related diagnostic parameters was achieved using cone-beam computed tomography and digital periapical radiography methods and demonstrated similar diagnostic capability, although variation regarding root perforations and canal obturation quality was observed.
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- Jelena Gudac
- Clinic of Dental and Oral Pathology, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, KaunasLithuania
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Odontology, Malmo University, MalmoSweden
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- Clinic of Dental and Oral Pathology, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, KaunasLithuania
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- Clinic of Dental and Oral Pathology, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, KaunasLithuania
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