Influence of fiber-reinforced composites on the resistance to fracture of vertically fractured and reattached fragments

Introduction

The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the fracture type and test the effects of 2 different fibers on fracture strength of roots with reattached fragments. The null hypothesis was that adding suitable fibers to the content of dual-cure adhesive resin cement increases the fracture resistance of reattached fragments under vertical forces.

Methods

Root canals of 45 teeth were prepared, and the teeth were intentionally fractured into 2 separate fragments. Control groups (n = 7 each) consisted of unfractured teeth with instrumented and obturated or only instrumented root canals. The fractured teeth were divided into 3 groups (n = 15 each), and separated fragments were reattached by using (1) dual-cured resin cement (Clearfil SA), (2) dual-cured resin cement + polyethylene fiber (Construct), or (3) dual-cured resin cement + glass fiber (Stick-Net). Force was applied at a constant speed of 0.5 mm/min to the root until fracture. Mean load was recorded and analyzed statistically by using Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn tests (P = .05). Fracture types were analyzed by using χ² analysis with Yates correction.

Results

Stick-Net demonstrated the lowest fracture resistance (P < .05), whereas Construct and Clearfil SA had similar fracture strengths (P > .05). The roots in the control group showed the highest fracture resistance. However, there was no statistically significant difference between the Construct, Clearfil SA, and control groups (P > .05).

Conclusions

Separated fragments of vertically fractured teeth can be reattached by using a dual-cured resin or by adding polyethylene fiber (Construct).     

Three-dimensional, non-destructive visualization of vertical root fractures using flat panel volume detector computer tomography: an ex vivo in vitro case report

AIM: To detect and to visualize radiographically vertical root fractures in extracted teeth with a prototype of a novel, high resolution, three-dimensional flat panel volume detector computer tomograph (FD-VCT) system. SUMMARY: Five teeth with root fillings and clinical symptoms such as fistulas and isolated periodontal pockets of 8 mm or more were extracted after dental radiography indicating lateral or periapical lesions. Vertical root fractures or cracks were suspected because of the symptoms and clinical findings were evident after extraction in all cases but fracture lines were not visible on routine dental radiographs acquired before extraction. The extracted teeth were explored with a prototype of a FD-VCT. Using the FD-VCT, in all cases vertical root fractures or crack lines could be detected clearly in different views, depiction-modes and cross-sections at a spatial resolution of 140 microm. The evaluation of the fracture lines and teeth could be performed in three-dimensional views. The FD-VCT findings were confirmed by detailed inspection of the extracted teeth. KEY LEARNING POINTS: The FD-VCT is an innovative diagnostic tool for non-destructive, three-dimensional evaluation of extracted teeth in pre-clinical and experimental studies. The FD-VCT allows precise visualization and evaluation of vertical root fractures or cracks in extracted teeth. Clinical application of the system may be possible if technical modifications reduce the exposure dose: the high resolution detector systems of the FD-VCT should be combined with radiation systems that focus the radiation to the area of interest.     

上颌第一磨牙根管弯曲度的实验研究

目的:分析上颌第一磨牙根管弯曲位置、方向及弯曲度。方法:收集80个上颌第一磨牙,在根管中分别插入15#-20#扩大针,拍摄近远中向和颊舌向X线片,用Photoshop6.0软件测量根管弯曲位置、方向和弯曲度。结果:上颌第一磨牙腭侧根管通畅、较直。远中颊侧根管80%在近远中方向、45%在颊舌方向有>5°的明显弯曲,弯曲位置多位于根中1/3,且近远中向弯曲度明显大于颊舌向(P<0.05)。近中颊根颊侧根管在近远中方向、颊舌方向分别有82.5%、77.5%出现>5°的明显弯曲。两个方向上的弯曲度无明显差异(P>0.05)。35%的标本探通了近颊根舌侧根管,其在近远中向、颊舌向出现明显弯曲的比例达91%和83%。结论:上颌第一磨牙四个根管在近远中向、颊舌方向均有不同程度的弯曲,其第二弯曲出现的情况也各不相同。     

新型纳米羟基磷灰石(n-HA)糊剂封闭根尖性能及其对病原菌抗菌活性的体外实验

目的：研究新型纳米羟基磷灰石根管充填糊剂（n-HA）、AH-Plus根管封闭剂的根尖封闭性能以及二者对感染根管优势菌牙龈卟啉单胞菌（Porphyromonas gingivalis,Pg）、具核梭杆菌（Fusobacteria nu-cleatum,Fn）、中间普氏菌（Prevotalla intermedius,Pi）生长的影响。方法：实验一34个离体单根管牙随机分为4组,用镍钛旋转器械Protaper预备根管,阳性对照（2个）、阴性对照（2个）、2个实验组（各15个）,分别用新型n-HA、AH-plus根充糊剂加牙胶尖以冷侧压法根充恰填,染料渗入法检查根尖微渗漏。实验二选用Pg、Fn、Pi作为实验菌株,常规打孔法测定新型纳米羟基磷灰石根管充填料、AH-Plus根管封闭剂的抑菌效果。结果：所有根充糊剂充填后根尖部位均有微渗漏,AH-plus组的微渗漏值低于n-HA组,2组结果间无统计学意义（P〉0.05）。n-HA与AH-Plus糊剂对Pg、Fn、Pi均有一定的抑菌作用,但n-HA的抑菌作用明显强于AH-Plus。结论：2种根充糊剂充填后都不能完全封闭根尖孔,AH-plus根充糊剂的根尖封闭性优于n-HA组。n-HA根充糊剂具有较理想的抑菌效果。     

Clinical and patient-centered outcomes after minimally invasive non-surgical or surgical approaches for the treatment of intrabony defects: a randomized clinical trial

Background: The present study aims to compare the performance of minimally invasive non‐surgical and surgical approaches for the therapy of intrabony defects. Methods: Twenty‐nine patients who presented with intrabony defects were randomly assigned to: 1) a minimally invasive non‐surgical technique (MINST) group, or 2) minimally invasive surgical technique (MIST) group. The chair time of each therapeutic procedure was calculated. The probing depth (PD), position of the gingival margin (PGM) and relative clinical attachment level (RCAL) were evaluated at 3 and 6 months after treatments. The patient perception of discomfort/pain experienced during and after therapy and patient satisfaction regarding treatments were also evaluated. Results: Significant PD reductions, RCAL gains, and no changes in the PGM were obtained at 3 and 6 months in MINST and MIST groups (P <0.05). No differences were observed between groups at any time points (P >0.05). Patient‐oriented outcomes did not demonstrate differences between therapeutic approaches (P >0.05). Significant higher chair times were required in the MIST group than in the MINST group (P <0.05). Conclusions: Minimally invasive non‐surgical and surgical approaches were successfully used for the treatment of intrabony defects and achieved periodontal health in association with negligible morbidity and suitable patient satisfaction. However, non‐surgical therapeutic modality presented an advantage in terms of a reduction of treatment chair time.     

The Impact of Different Diagnostic Imaging Modalities on the Evaluation of Root Canal Anatomy and Endodontic Residents' Stress Levels: A Clinical Study

Introduction

The purpose of this study was firstly to compare the impact of radiographs, cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) imaging, and 3D Endo software (Dentsply Sirona, Ballaigues, Switzerland) on the assessment of root canal anatomy and radiographic quality of endodontic treatment and secondly to assess stress levels in the same cohort of residents performing endodontic treatment.

Characterization of Leachates from 6 Root Canal Sealers

Introduction

The aim of this study was to evaluate 6 different endodontic sealers by characterizing their leachates and comparing their solubility in water over a 4-week period.

Subantimicrobial dose doxycycline as adjunctive treatment for periodontitis. A review

BACKGROUND: Subantimicrobial dose doxycycline (SDD--20 mg doxycycline twice daily) is indicated as an adjunctive treatment for periodontitis. Doxycycline downregulates the activity of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), key destructive enzymes in periodontal disease. Current understanding of periodontal pathogenesis suggests that MMPs play a major role in the destruction of periodontal tissues, leading to the clinical signs of periodontitis. Research supports that downregulation of MMPs by SDD confers benefit to patients with periodontitis. METHOD: We review the clinical, microbiological and safety data relating to the use of SDD in patients with periodontitis, and consider the historical events that led to the development of adjunctive SDD as a treatment for periodontitis. RESULTS: Studies have shown that SDD, when prescribed as an adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP), results in statistically and clinically significant gains in clinical attachment levels and reductions in probing depths over and above those that are achieved by SRP alone. SRP must be thorough and performed to the highest standard to maximise the benefits of adjunctive SDD. SDD does not result in antibacterial effects, or lead to the development of resistant strains or the acquisition of multiantibiotic resistance. The frequency of adverse events is low, and does not differ significantly from placebo. CONCLUSIONS: Adjunctive SDD confers clinical benefit to patients with periodontitis. A comprehensive treatment strategy is suggested, involving patient education and motivation, reduction of the bacterial burden by SRP, host response modulation with SDD, and periodontal risk factor modification.