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Comparative study of the shaping capacity obtained with the Reciproc® and Reciproc® Blue files in simulated double-curved root canals

Drs. Jorge Alberdi and Fernando Goldberg compare canal transportation in simulated double-curved root canals Summary Objective To compare canal transportation in simulated double-curved root canals after instrumentation with the Reciproc® R25 and Reciproc® Blue R25 files. Materials and methods Thirty Endo Training Block-S models were dyed with black India ink and photographed. The resin blocks […]

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Healing of apical periodontitis in a maxillary second molar with fused roots and complex isthmus using the GentleWave® Procedure

Dr. Randy W. Garland discusses a technique to thoroughly debride and disinfect complex anatomy Abstract Thorough debridement and disinfection are essential for long-term endodontic success. Molars are more likely to have complex and uncommon canal configurations, accessory canals, and isthmi, which increase the likelihood of missing anatomy during the root canal treatment. This case report

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Accuracy comparison of three different electronic apex locators in single-rooted teeth — an in vitro study

Drs. Amil Sharma, Gregori M. Kurtzman, Sandeep Gupta, Shivanshu Bhardwaj, and Poorvasha Dhanare discuss accurate determination of the location of the working length Abstract With many new inventions entering the dental field each day, endodontics has risen to a new level. Previously, root canal treatment was directed by “biomechanical preparation” and has shifted toward a

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Influence of calcium hydroxide and the type of endodontic sealer in the adehsion of fiberglass posts on the bovine root dentin

Drs. Tiago André Fontoura de Melo and Daniel Galafassi, along with Bruna Machado dos Passos, Sheila Machado dos Passos Zini, Priscila Souza de Souza, and Cláudia Wagner, analyze the effects of calcium hydroxide as intracanal medication and the type of cement used on the adhesion of fiberglass posts with RelyX™ U200 Abstract This article analyzes

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The foundation of minimally invasive endodontics: research, technology, and technique

Dr. Stephen R. Ottosen discusses new directions that allow endodontists to experience greater success and long-term value for patients Introduction The triad of bacterial-related disease in dentistry consists of coronal decay, perio-dontal infection, and endodontic infection. These have common traits, similarities, and differences. All have at their origin biofilm. With coronal decay, the primary traits

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Identification and resolution of edema of the head/neck in a 7-year-old child

Drs. Denise Ferracioli Oda, Roberto Barreto Osaki, Paulo Henrique Weckwerth, Guilherme Ferreira da Silva, Murilo Priori Alcalde, Marco Antonio Hungaro Duarte, and Rodrigo Ricci Vivan discuss a challenging and dangerous condition Introduction Infections in the head/neck region present a high level of severity because they are capable of easily dissipating through the fascial spaces and

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