Thermafil热熔牙胶、Vitapex临床常用根管充填材料微渗漏比较研究

目的 :对比根充糊剂 牙胶尖、Vitapex 牙胶尖、Thermafil热熔牙胶三种根管充填材料对离体人牙根管的密封性能。方法 :将 5 0个新鲜拔除的人单根管牙 ,在釉牙骨质界处切除牙冠。将所有牙根随机分为 5组 ,每组 10个。 3个实验组分别用上述三种材料充填根管 ;剩余 2组 ,一组根管预备后不进行充填 ,另一组不进行根管预备 ,也不进行根管充填。用印度墨水染色法对比三种根管充填材料对离体人牙根管的密封性能 ,体视显微镜下测量染色线长度并进行统计学分析。结果 :根充糊剂 牙胶尖组、Vitapex 牙胶尖组和Thermafil热熔牙胶组的平均染色线长度分别为 3 .3 6± 0 .42mm、2 .0 9± 0 .19mm、1.0 5± 0 .3 7mm。Vitapex糊剂 牙胶尖或Thermafil热熔牙胶进行根管充填 ,产生的根管封闭性明显优于用根充糊剂 牙胶尖组根管充填 (P <0 .0 5 ) ;而Vitapex糊剂 牙胶尖和Thermafil热熔牙胶比较时 ,统计学无显著性差异 (P >0 .0 5 )。结论 :Thermafil热熔牙胶的密封性能最强 ,Vitapex糊剂 牙胶尖次之 ,根充糊剂 牙胶尖最弱。     

The effect of apical foramen patency on condensation stresses

Abstract Mathematical models and computer-based engineering tools were used to evaluate the effect of a patent or closed apical foramen on stresses that are produced within gutta-percha during condensation. We examined a mathematical model of a tapered canal with a definite constriction and compared the results when the apical foramen was closed or open. When the canal was closed an almost constant stress was seen throughout the gutta-percha. When the foramen was open a sharp increase in lateral stress was observed in the apical portions of the canal. The constriction near the foramen caused the gutta-percha to be squeezed together and the stress was increased. This increases the likelihood that the gutta-percha is well adapted to the apical constriction. However, the stresses are also transferred to the surrounding dentin, resulting in a stress concentration near the apical foramen where the bulk of dentin is minimal.     

Retrieval of Extensive Gutta-percha Extruded into the Maxillary Sinus: Use of 3-dimensional Cone-Beam Computed Tomography

Introduction

Close proximity of the maxillary sinus to the roots of maxillary teeth can predispose to the inadvertent deposition of endodontic products into the maxillary sinus. One such material is thermoplasticized injectable gutta-percha, which has gained popularity of late. As a consequence of overfilling, some patients warrant surgical retrieval.

Methods

A case report of extreme overextension of gutta-percha within the maxillary sinus after endodontic retreatment on tooth #14 was provided. The distobuccal and palatal canals had been obturated with gutta-percha master cones and backfilled with thermoplasticized injectable warm gutta-percha. The mesiobuccal canal had only been filled with thermoplasticized injectable warm gutta-percha, the origin of the extrusion. Imagery with 3-dimensional cone-beam computed tomography was performed for localization of the gutta-percha.

Results

The patient underwent a Caldwell-Luc approach for removal of the extruded material. The gutta-percha was successfully removed intact, and the patient had an unremarkable postoperative course. However, the patient continues to have mild tenderness in the sinus region.

Conclusions

The featured case exemplified the consequence of overinstrumentation and ensuing inadequate apical stop. In these situations, the obturation of a maxillary tooth with thermoplasticized injectable gutta-percha, without master cones, can potentially result in overfilling and deposition into the antrum. Use of 3-dimensional cone-beam computed tomography could enhance endodontic diagnosis, serve as an aid for visualization of foreign materials within the sinus and contiguous soft tissue structures, and improve clinical outcome.     

Efficacy of Peracetic Acid in Rapid Disinfection of Resilon and Gutta-percha Cones Compared with Sodium Hypochlorite,Chlorhexidine, and Povidone-iodine

Background

The aim of this investigation was to compare the effectiveness of 3% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), 2% chlorhexidine, 1% peracetic acid, and 10% povidone-iodine in the rapid disinfection of Resilon (Pentron Clinical Technologies, LLC, Wallingford, CT) and gutta-percha cones contaminated with Enterococcus faecalis and Bacillus subtilis.

Methods

Two hundred fifty-six samples consisting of 128 gutta-percha cones and 128 Resilon cones were used in this study. The materials were tested for disinfection according to the type of solution (3% NaOCl, 2% chlorhexidine, 1% peracetic acid, or 10% povidone-iodine), the time of exposure to each solution (1 or 5 minutes), and the type of microorganisms (E. faecalis or B. subtilis). Subsequent to the disinfection, samples were placed in test tubes containing 10 mL Mueller-Hinton broth and incubated at 37°C for 7 days. All test tubes were observed at 24-hour intervals and visually checked for turbidity, signifying microbial growth.

Results

In this study, 1% peracetic acid showed the best results for both 1 minute and 5 minutes of disinfection, 2% chlorhexidine showed the second best results although it was statistically at par with peracetic acid, and 3% hypochlorite ranked third in disinfection; this was statistically significant when compared with peracetic acid and chlorhexidine. Disinfection by povidone-iodine was the least within all the groups for both contact times although disinfection for 5 minutes showed better results than disinfection for 1 minute for gutta-percha.

Conclusions

The outcome of this study confirmed the efficacy of 1% peracetic acid and 2% chlorhexidine in the rapid disinfection of both Resilon and gutta-percha.     

热牙胶连续波充填技术的临床应用

目的：总结热牙胶连续波充填技术的充填质量及临床效果。方法：成人牙髓病及根尖周病30例,常规根管预备,使用热牙胶充填根管,并在治疗后3-6个月进行回访,观察临床疗效。结果：30例中,根充恰填率90％,根管充填后未发生疼痛。x线片显示根充严密合适,咬合关系良好,根尖瘘道2～3周愈合。术后3个月和6个月复查,x线片显示根尖周透射区缩小,骨质密度增加。结论：热牙胶连续波充填技术安全、可靠,操作简便,近期观察临床效果好。     

The influence of smear layer in lateral channels filling

This in vitro study evaluated the ability of a warm gutta-percha obturation system Thermafil to fill lateral channels in presence/absence of smear layer. Forty single-rooted extracted human teeth were randomly divided into two groups for which different irrigation regimens were used: group A, 5 ml of 5% NaOCl + 2.5 ml of 3.6% H₂O₂; group B, 5 ml of 5% NaOCl 5% + 2.5 ml of 17% ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid. A conventional crown-down preparation technique was employed. Obturation was performed using epoxy resin-based cement (AH Plus) and a warm gutta-percha plastic carrier system (Thermafil). Specimens were cleared in methyl salicylate and analyzed under a stereomicroscope to evaluate the number, length, and diameter of lateral channels. Lateral channels were identified in both groups at medium and apical thirds. Additional samples were prepared for scanning electron microscopy inspection to confirm the presence of smear layer in group A, and the absence of smear layer in group B. All lateral channels resulted filled in both groups. No statistically significant differences regarding number, length, and diameter were observed between the two groups. Smear layer did not prevent the sealing of lateral channels.     

Sealer Penetration into Dentinal Tubules in the Presence or Absence of Smear Layer: A Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopic Study

Introduction

The aim of this study was to test the dentinal tubule penetration of AH26 (Dentsply DeTrey, Konstanz, Germany) and MTA Fillapex (Angelus, Londrina, PR, Brazil) in instrumented root canals obturated by using cold lateral compaction or warm vertical compaction techniques in either the presence or absence of the smear layer.

Methods

Forty-five extracted single-rooted human mandibular premolar teeth were used. The crowns were removed, and the root canals were instrumented by using the Self-Adjusting File (ReDent-Nova, Ra'anana, Israel) with continuous sodium hypochlorite (2.6%) irrigation. Final irrigation was either with 5% EDTA or with sodium hypochlorite. The canals were dried and obturated by using rhodamine B–labeled AH26 or MTA Fillapex in combination with the cold lateral compaction or the warm vertical compaction technique. After setting, the roots were sectioned horizontally at 4-, 8-, and 12-mm distances from the apical tip. On each section, sealer penetration in the dentinal tubules was measured by using confocal laser scanning microscopy.

Results

Regardless of the usage of EDTA, MTA Fillapex, compared with AH26, was associated with greater sealer penetration when used with the cold lateral compaction technique, and, conversely, AH26, compared with MTA Fillapex, was associated with greater sealer penetration when used with the warm vertical compaction technique (P < .05). Removal of the smear layer increased the penetration depth of MTA Fillapex used with the cold lateral compaction technique (P < .05); however, it had no significant effect on the penetration depth of AH26.

Conclusions

Greater sealer penetration could be achieved with either the MTA Fillapex–cold lateral compaction combination or with the AH26–warm vertical compaction combination. Smear layer removal was critical for the penetration of MTA Fillapex; however, the same did not hold for AH26.     

不同锥度牙胶尖冷侧压充填根尖封闭性能的比较研究

目的：对比研究0.02锥度和0.06锥度牙胶尖冷侧压充填后根尖封闭效果.方法：收集离体单根管前牙53颗,经根管清理、机用ProTaper预备成型后随机分为2个实验组和1个阳性对照组,实验组每组26个样本,对照组1个样本.实验组分别用0.02锥度牙胶尖和0.06锥度牙胶尖作主尖冷侧方加压进行充填,阳性对照组不进行充填.用透明标本法配合染料渗透技术测量根尖染料的线性渗透长度,评价各组标本的根尖封闭效果.结果：阳性对照组标本染料全部进入根管.0.02锥度组染料渗透长度（0.761 ±0.457） mm,0.06锥度组（0.906±0.490） mm,差异无统计学意义（P＞0.05）.结论：机用ProTaper预备根管后,冷牙胶侧方加压充填时0.06锥度牙胶尖和0.02锥度牙胶尖的根尖封闭效果差异无统计学意义.     

Evaluation of the dimensional stability of different thermoplasticized gutta-percha fillings using simulated glass root canals

Abstract The dimensional stability of different thermoplasticized gutta-percha fillings was analyzed using simulated glass canals. For comparison, gutta-percha fillings obtained with the cold lateral condensation technique was used. The evaluation was done at 0 min, 2 min, 5 min, and 30 min after the tilling was completed. The general analysis showed statistically significant differences between 0 min and 5 min–30 min recordings. No significant differences were found between 0 min and 2 min, and between 2 min, 5 min, and 30 min. Although warm lateral condensation resulted in a poor obturation, it was the only thermoplasticized technique analyzed that did not produce significant volumetric changes between 0 min and 30 min. All the other thermoplasticized filling techniques showed important shrinkage during cooling.     

A laboratory study evaluating the release of hydroxyl ions from various calcium hydroxide products in narrow root canal-like tubes

AIM: The aim of the present study was to describe pH changes in a variety of buffering solutions within a narrow test tube containing either a gutta-percha point with incorporate calcium hydroxide, a commercial calcium hydroxide paste (Calcicur) or a freshly mixed paste of calcium hydroxide in distilled water. METHODOLOGY: The test material was placed centrally in a test tube of 2 mm inner diameter. Saline (1%) was placed at one end, whilst the buffering solutions were introduced at the other. The pH of the buffering solutions was monitored using electrodes placed at each end of the test tube. RESULTS: It was found that the pH 4.01 buffer strongly resisted pH changes at levels below 6.0, whilst saliva and bovine serum was buffered less and more evenly in the whole range up to pH 11.5. The calcium hydroxide containing gutta-percha points caused the pH to increase quickly in the sodium chloride solution to levels above 11.5. However, in bovine serum, in saliva and in the pH 4.01 buffer the pH remained below 8.5, 8.0 and 6.0, respectively, 1 mm from the point. In contrast, the release of hydroxyl ions from the two calcium hydroxide pastes brought pH above pH 11.5 irrespective of the buffering of the solutions 5 mm from the paste. CONCLUSION: It is concluded that Calcicur and the calcium hydroxide-water mixture contained substantially more available calcium hydroxide than did the calcium hydroxide containing gutta-percha points, with the result that the release of hydroxyl ions from the points was limited in comparison to that from the pastes.