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Endodontics versus implants — treatment-planning decisions

Dr. Gregori M. Kurtzman discusses treatment planning for long-term success Endodontic therapy provides preservation of the natural dentition, which is a primary goal of dentistry. Yet endodontic success is closely linked to the restorability of the coronal aspect of the tooth. Being able to identify, instrument, and obturate the canals is important, but if the […]

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Role of antibiotics in the healing of periapical lesions — two case reports

Drs. Amil Sharma, Stephen Cohen, Greeshma Gupta, Gregori M. Kurtzman, and Vivek Kumar Pathak discuss the applications of triple antibiotic paste (TAP) to endodontics Abstract This study investigated the latest findings and notions regarding triple antibiotic paste (TAP) and its applications in dentistry, particularly endodontics. TAP is a combination of three antibiotics — ciprofloxacin, metronidazole,

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Internal root resorption: morphological aspects and clinical management

Drs. Fernando Goldberg, Denise Alfie, Juan Pablo Miraglia, Carlos Cantarini, and Gonzalo Garcia discuss treatment for an inflammatory condition Introduction According to the American Association of Endodontists,1 internal root resorption (IRR) is a unique entity, unlike external root resorption, which can take different shapes. For IRR to occur, a damage or loss of the predentin

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Use of bioceramics in conventional endodontic treatment associated with endodontic surgery of teeth with extensive periapical lesions

Stefanya Dias de Oliveira, Artur Henrique Cabral, Danielly Davi Correia Lima, Alexia da Mata Galvão, Dr. Gabriella Lopes de Rezende Barbosa, Larissa Rodrigues Santiago, and Dr. Maria Antonieta Veloso Carvalho de Oliveira show how bioceramics help the healing process Abstract This study reports the clinical case of a 56-year-old male patient with extensive periapical lesions

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Minimally invasive endodontics with a novel shaping file

Dr. Reid V. Pullen uses a safe, effective, and efficient shaping system to paint a “beautiful endodontic canvas” Endodontic treatment often starts with two questions: (1) Can we shape the canal system safely, effectively, and efficiently? (2) Can we do this in a minimally invasive manner, preserving precious tooth structure while eliminating necrotic tissue and

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The reciprocal effect of electronic apex locators and implantable cardiac defibrillator

Drs. Roy Gadassi, David Keinan, Ritz Shlomi, and Iris Slutzky-Goldberg study the impact of electronic dental devices on the function of pacemakers and ICD Abstract Introduction: The purpose of this ex vivo study was to evaluate the potential electromagnetic interference from an electronic apex locator (EAL) on the function of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD).

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