Endodontic management of type IIIb dens invaginatus in central incisor: A case report.

We described a type IIIb dens invaginatus, its root canal treatment, and results on 3- and 12-month visits. Despite its significant challenges, proper endodontic therapy in such cases can cause positive prognosis and successful outcome.

Conservative management of dens in dente.

Dens Invaginatus (DI) or dens in dente is an uncommon anomaly which mostly affects permanent lateral incisors, and it is very rare in molars. This article presents the conservative endodontic management of four different cases of DI and a discussion of the endodontic literature for this malformation. Three upper lateral incisors Type II, IIIa and IIIb, and an upper first molar Type II are shown. The most conservative approach possible was carried out. Three of the cases were obturated using the continuous wave technique. In one of the cases, it was possible to treat only the invagination with MTA and preserve the pulp vitality of the main canal. To make a correct diagnosis and to treat in the most conservative way possible, a DI is necessary to know its classification and use tools such as CBCT and magnification.

Prevalence and morphological analysis of dens invaginatus in anterior teeth using cone beam computed tomography: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the prevalence and morphological characteristics of DI using CBCT. METHODS: A literature search was performed in PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Web of Science. Inclusion criteria were randomized clinical trials, cross-sectional studies, and prospective and retrospective cohort studies evaluating the morphological characteristics of DI in anterior teeth using CBCT. Three reviewer authors independently screened the studies, applied the eligibility criteria, assessed the risk of bias, and extracted until September (2022). The risk of bias was evaluated using the Joanna Briggs Institute criteria. Meta-analyses of proportions were used for estimate the prevalence DI according to factors at participant and tooth levels. RESULTS: Six studies were included in the meta-analysis. Among 7373 individuals, a prevalence of 7.45 % of DI was observed (n = 258; τ2 = 0.0096; CI of 4.51-11.3; p < 0.05), with no significant influence of sex. Regarding laterality, unilateral DI showed higher mean prevalence (4.30 %; CI of 2.03-7.33). Among the 382 anterior teeth with DI (0.72 %), the most affected tooth was the upper lateral incisor (5.12 %; n = 329; CI of 2.35-8.86; p < 0.001), type I was the most prevalent (0.59 %; CI of 0.24-1.08) and the presence of open apex and periradicular pathology ranged from 4.3 % to 22.72 % and 3.5-77.92 %, respectively. CONCLUSIONS: The prevalence of individuals with dens invaginatus was 7.45 %, the most affect tooth was the upper lateral incisor with a prevalence of 5.12 % unilaterally and type I was the most prevalent morphology.

Dental management of a pediatric patient with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis having dental anomalies: a case report and brief review of the literature.

BACKGROUND: Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis is a heterogeneous group of disorders, leading to intrahepatic cholestasis, with the possibility of chronic liver failure and biliary cirrhosis. Oligodontia is either the manifestation of a specific syndrome or is non-syndromic. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report of type 3 progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis and concurrent oligodontia, craniosynostosis, dens in dente, taurodontism, and delayed permanent dentition in the medical and dental literature. CASE PRESENTATION: We present the dental and medical histories and comprehensive dental management of a girl with type 3 progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis and several dental anomalies, who was referred to a dental clinic due to severe dental caries and pain. CONCLUSION: Our findings suggest that PFIC with manifestations as oligodontia, craniosynostosis, dens in dente, taurodontism, and delayed permanent dentition, might indicate an unknown syndrome; otherwise, the craniofacial anomalies are the manifestations of an independent disease coinciding with PFIC. Moreover, our case is a good example of the importance of timely medical and dental care in confining further health-related complications. The patient was able to ingest without any pain or discomfort after receiving proper dental management.

Endodontic management of a double-type IIIB dens invaginatus in a vital maxillary central incisor aided by CBCT: A case report.

Type IIIB dens invaginatus presents with diagnostic and treatment related challenges when in need of endodontic management as a consequence of its complex anatomy, especially when presented in a vital tooth with a periapical lesion. Apical periodontitis associated with two type IIIB invaginations in a central maxillary incisor of a 10-year-old patient was diagnosed. A cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scan provided essential diagnostic information and steered the treatment plan. The two invaginations were separate, with no communication between them and the pulp. The pulp appeared vital and non-inflamed. Endodontic treatment of the invaginations was carried out without intervention in the pulp. A 4-month follow-up periapical radiograph showed significant shrinkage of the lesion and a 2-year follow-up CBCT scan confirmed its complete healing. The pulp remains vital, responding normally to sensitivity tests. This outcome indicates that preserving the pulp's vitality is achievable through timely diagnosis.

Rare variant of dens invaginatus with accessory root and labial talon cusp in maxillary lateral incisor-Case report.

Dens invaginatus (DI) often causes dysmorphic changes in both the crown and root. This case report presents a complicated type 3a DI in a maxillary lateral incisor with labial talon cusp and root bifurcation. Although lingual talon cusp is common in maxillary lateral incisor, labial talon cusp is rare. An auxiliary palatal root in maxillary lateral incisor is also unusual. No such case involving all three variations has been described in the literature. The DI was classified as type B4 according to Schulze and Brand, as it involved division of pulp and root. DI was managed by orthograde MTA, radisectomy and periodontal regeneration was done for the palatal root. Labial talon associated with DI and can lead to early periodontal/pulpal involvement. Type 3 DI can affect the root with marked dilatation and division. Additional palatal root should be carefully detected in type 3a DI and managed with the aid of CBCT.

Dilated odontoma in the mandibular third molar region: a case report / Odontoma dilatado na região de terceiro molar mandibular: um relato de caso

ABSTRACT Dilated odontoma is a rare dental developmental anomaly that belongs to a class od dens in dente, being rarely described in the posterior region of the mandible. To be describe a dilated odontoma in the lower third molar region. this study had a qualitative, transversal, descriptive and documentar approach, of the case report type. Developed in the Integrated Health Clinics of a University in the Extreme South of Santa Catarina, in the Dentistry Service. This article presets a case of dilated odontoma in a 32-year-old male patient. The patient had pain and swelling in the left posterior region of the mandible. The Crown of this element was clinically within the normal range, however the radiographic examination showed barrel-shaped root alteration in element 38 and expansion of the buccal and lingual cortical bone. An incisional biopsy of the anomaly whas performed and sent to anatomopathological examination. According to the clinical, radiographic and anatomopathological characteristics, the diagnosis of dilated odontoma was reached. Due to the aberrant root anatomy, complete removal was chosen. The diagnosis of this abnormality depeds on the clinical, radiographic and anatomoathological characteristics and its therapy varies according to the invagination. In cases of deep invagination, extraction is indicated.

RESUMO O Odontoma Dilatado é uma rara anomalia de desenvolvimento dentário que pertence a uma classe de dens in dente, sendo raramente descrito na região posterior da mandíbula. O objetivo desse artigo foi descrever um Odontoma Dilatado na região de terceiro molar inferior. Materiais e métodos: este estudo teve abordagem qualitativa, transversal, descritiva e documental, do tipo relato de caso. Desenvolvido na Universidade do Extremo Sul Catarinense, no Serviço de Odontologia. Este artigo apresenta um caso de Odontoma Dilatado em um paciente do sexo masculino de 32 anos. O paciente apresentou dor e inchaço na região posterior esquerda da mandíbula. A coroa deste elemento encontrava-se, clinicamente, dentro dos padrões de normalidade, entretanto no exame radiográfico foi demonstrada a alteração radicular em forma de barril no elemento 38 e expansão de cortical óssea vestibular e lingual. Foi realizada a biópsia incisional da anomalia e enviado ao anatomopatológico. De acordo com as características clínicas, radiográficas e anatomopatológicas, chegou-se no diagnóstico de Odontoma Dilatado. Devido a anatomia aberrante optou-se pela remoção completa. O diagnóstico desta anormalidade é dependente das características clínicas, radiográficas e anatomopatológicas e sua terapêutica varia de acordo com a invaginação. Em casos de invaginação profunda a exodontia está indicada.

Regenerative endodontic treatment of dens in dente in maxillary lateral incisor with immature root: a case report.

Dens invaginatus (DI) is a developmental anomaly as a result of a deepening or invagination of the enamel organ into the dental papilla during tooth development. In addition, DI is a malformation with varying anatomical features, which poses numerous challenges to treatment. Endodontic treatment of dens in dente is one of the most complica-ted cases of DI. Herein, an immature lateral incisor that employed regenerative endodontic treatment was presented. The mentioned tooth was diagnosed with DI, pulp necrosis, and chronic apical periodontitis. Hence, a favorable prognosis has been shown by a 2-year review with cone beam computed tomography. The tooth was functional with normal periodontal parameters and exhibited a normal response to the electric pulp sensibility test. Thus, regenerative endodontic treatment can also be recommended to endodontists for teeth with DI.

Radicular variant of dens in dente (RDinD) in a patient undergoing radioisotope therapy.

Dense in dente is a developmental anomaly frequently encountered in permanent maxillary incisors, with a prevalence rate of 0.25-10%. Our review of the scientific literature on a radicular variant of dens in dente (RDinD) in permanent molar teeth identified only two reported cases with a confirmed diagnosis. Here, we report the third case of RDinD, in a 37-year-old woman presenting with nocturnal pain in the left maxillary second molar for 1 week. The patient had a medical history of surgery for papillary thyroid carcinoma followed by radioactive iodine therapy. We established a diagnosis of RDinD with an osteolytic lesion and transverse fracture line along the palatal root of the tooth by using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). Extraction and periapical curettage of the lesion were performed, and the patient was followed up. In summary, we observed a rare clinical presentation of RDinD in the left maxillary second molar of a 37-year-old female patient.

Nonsurgical management of type II dens invaginatus with cone beam computed tomography: A rare case.

Dens invaginatus is a progressive abnormality resulting from invagination of the crown or root before calcification. This case report presents nonsurgical endodontic treatment and nine-year follow-up results of a right maxillary canine tooth with type II dens invaginatus. A 40-year-old female patient was referred to the clinic for treatment of her maxillary right canine tooth. The invagination was managed on a two-visit appointment. On the first visit, the invagination area, which was disconnected, was completely removed from the root canal. The invagination area was instrumented, and the root canal was dressed with calcium hydroxide. At the second appointment, apexification was done using mineral trioxide aggregate compacted to the apical 3mm. Finally, the invaginated area and the root canal were obturated with a warm vertical compaction technique. At a nine-year follow-up, the invaginated tooth was asymptomatic, and the periradicular lesion showed satisfactory healing radiographically.

Reabsorção cervical invasiva em dente com dens in dente: relato de caso / Invasive cervical resorption in tooth with dens invaginatus: case report

A reabsorção cervical invasiva (RCI) é um tipo de reabsorção externa de caráter progressivo e invasivo, podendo afetar as estruturas dentárias e periodontais como o ligamento, cemento e dentina. Esta alteração foi abordada neste trabalho, associado ao dens invaginatus, uma anomalia de desenvolvimento dentário, na qual ocorre uma invaginação do tecido do esmalte na papila dentária. Tais alterações foram detectadas na paciente do caso mediante avaliação tomográfica, localização da lesão, histórico de trauma da paciente, dentre outros fatores que serão apresentados na revisão deste trabalho. O caso foi viabilizado em três sessões, tendo sido empregado o ultrassom e insertos para acesso e limpeza da região afetada, auxílio da magnificação/microscópio operatório para visualização do tecido inflamatório de granulação, bem como duas trocas de medicação intracanal à base de hidróxido de cálcio, a realização da obturação convencional até o limite da lesão e, finalizando o tratamento com o vedamento da comunicação pela reabsorção com MTA HP Repair (Angelus), preenchendo o mesmo até região cervical. Tendo em vista a dificuldade de diagnóstico no dia a dia dos cirurgiões-dentistas e, muitas vezes, da resolução de certos casos de reabsorção cervical invasiva, fora os prognósticos muitas vezes questionáveis dos mesmos, considerou-se pertinente o relato de caso apresentado neste trabalho, descrevendo-se as etapas do tratamento realizado e, apresentando na literatura, uma revisão a respeito do tema. A paciente em questão foi encaminhada e atendida na clínica da Especialização em Endodontia da Faculdade de Odontologia da UFMG ao se verificar a presença de uma lesão reabsortiva em terço médio do elemento 12, associado, também, à presença de um dens-in-dente, observado em exame de tomografia computadorizada feita no serviço de radiologia da instituição.

An invasive cervical resorption is a type of external resorption with progressive and invasive characteristics, which can affect dental and periodontal structures such as the ligament, cement and dentin. This alteration was addressed in this work along with the dens invaginatus, a dental development anomaly that involves the invagination of the enamel tissue within dental papila. These alterations were detected on the patient of the case report through a tomography evaluation, lesion localization, trauma history of the patient, and other factors that will be presented in the review of this work. The treatment was finished in three sessions, where an ultrassound equipment and inserts were used for access and cleaning of the affected region, the operating microscope helped on the visualization of the inflammatory granulation tissue, as well as two changes of calcium hydroxide paste root canal dressings. The obturation was done the conventional way respecting the lesion's limits, where the resorption communication was sealed with MTA HP Repair (Angelus) up until the cervical third of the canal. Considering the difficulty of diagnosis in the daily routine of dentists and the resolution of certain cases of invasive cervical resorption, and also the questionable prognosis of these, it was considered relevant to report a case, in this monography, describing the steps of the treatment performed on a patient, as well as a literature review on the topic. The patient attended was referred to the specialization of endodontics course of the dental school/UFMG due to the presence of a resorption pathology on the middle third of the superior right lateral incisor, associated with a dens invaginatus, observed in a CBCT scan obtained at the radiology service of the institution.

Surgical Treatment of a Dens Invagination Type (І) in a Maxillary Lateral Incisor with 6-Year Follow-Up.

Dens invagination is a developmental anomaly that requires specific treatment approaches. The invagination is enamel-lined in the crown of the tooth truly negligible, and usually there is no extension on the level of the external amelocemental junction. A well ending surgical root canal treatment of an invaginated tooth with a retrograde filling is presented in this case report. Periapical radiographic examination, after 3 months and 6 years of follow-up, showed periapical healing with osseous formation .

Dens invaginatus u odontoma dilatado, controversia de una definición / Dens invaginatus or dilated odontoma, a definition controversy

El diente invaginado (DI) es una alteración en el desarrollo del órgano dentario, el cual se produce a consecuencia de una invaginación del epitelio interno del órgano del esmalte, también conocido con otros nombres, entre ellos dens in dent. Tiene una serie de características clínicas, histológicas e imagenológicas debidamente descritas a través de la literatura. Su variante más extrema presenta una configuración muy compleja y, debido a la magnitud de la invaginación que presenta, se le denomina también odontoma dilatado, término que para algunos profesionales genera confusión.Este término ha sido mencionado como sinónimo tanto de DI como, en algún momento, de una nueva variante de odontomas, si bien existe una diferencia entre ambos tipos: uno es una anomalía del desarrollo y el otro, un crecimiento de aspecto hamartomatoso. Sin embargo, la literatura sigue utilizando ambos términos para definir al DI, por lo que es importante conocer el origen y tener claro que la controversia está basada en referencias históricas y de costumbre. (AU)

The invaginate tooth (IT) is an alteration in the development of the dental organ, which occurs as a consequence of invagination of the internal epithelium of the enamel organ. IT is also known as "dens in dente", among other denominations, and presents a series of clinical, histological and imaging characteristics. The most extreme variant of IT has a very complex configuration, and the magnitude of the intussusception has led to it also being called dilated odontoma, being a term that generates confusion in some professionals.While the term odontoma has been reported as a synonym for both IT as well as a new variant of odontomas, there is a difference betweene the two types: one is a developmental anomaly and the other is a growth with a hamartomatous appearance. However, the literature continues to use both terms to define IT, and thus, it is important to know the origin and be aware that the controversy is based on historical and customary references. (AU)

Endodontic Management of a Maxillary Lateral Incisor with Dens Invagination and Periapical Lesion: A Case Report and Mini Review of the Literature.

Dens invagination (DI) is a dental anomaly that can cause pulpal and periapical pathoses of the affected tooth. We describe the treatment of a healthy 18-year-old female with a chief complaint of recurrent facial swelling pertaining to a peg-shaped maxillary lateral incisor with DI. Examinations showed necrosis of the involved tooth with symptomatic apical periodontitis. Cone-beam computed tomography corresponded to Oehlers type II DI. Orthograde endodontic treatment was performed. To completely debride the canal and resolve the persistent purulent discharge, various methods and medicaments were used in separate sessions including passive ultrasonic activation of 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution, calcium hydroxide mixed with 2% chlorhexidine, and double antibiotic paste as intracanal medicament. After resolution of the symptoms, the root canal and the invaginated space were filled by a mineral trioxide aggregate plug and backfilled with thermoplasticized gutta-percha. At the one-year follow-up, complete bone healing was noted in the affected periradicular area.

[Dens invaginatus or dilated odontoma, a definition controversy.] / Dens invaginatus u odontoma dilatado, controversia de una definición.

The invaginate tooth (IT) is an alteration in the development of the dental organ, which occurs as a consequence of invagination of the internal epithelium of the enamel organ. IT is also known as "dens in dente", among other denominations, and presents a series of clinical, histological and imaging characteristics. The most extreme variant of IT has a very complex configuration, and the magnitude of the intussusception has led to it also being called dilated odontoma, being a term that generates confusion in some professionals.While the term odontoma has been reported as a synonym for both IT as well as a new variant of odontomas, there is a difference betweene the two types: one is a developmental anomaly and the other is a growth with a hamartomatous appearance. However, the literature continues to use both terms to define IT, and thus, it is important to know the origin and be aware that the controversy is based on historical and customary references.

A Rare Case of Radicular Dens Invaginatus (Dens in Dente) in a Dog.

A rare case of radicular dens invaginatus (dens in dente) was found during dental cleaning of a 5-year-old male Rottweiler dog. Radiographic examination revealed intense radiopacity, which extended from the crown to the apical root region of the affected tooth. Macroscopically, the crown of the left maxillary first molar tooth (209) had irregular and deformed buccal and lingual surfaces. Microscopic examination revealed dentine invagination in the pulp cavity in of the crown and root and pulp necrosis. Based on the gross, radiographic and histological findings, a diagnosis of radicular dens invaginatus was made.

A Variant of the Current Dens Invaginatus Classification.

Endodontic treatment of maxillary incisors may be considered straight forward. However, in some instances, they may exhibit aberrant morphology. One of these rare variations in tooth morphology is dens invaginatus. To improve the endodontic prognosis of such teeth, a detailed evaluation of the tooth under treatment is important, which requires comprehensive clinical and radiographic examinations, including periapical radiography and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), which is highly recommended whenever atypical root canal morphology is suspected on a periapical radiograph. The current case report discusses the diagnosis of type IV dens invaginatus in a maxillary lateral incisor using CBCT.

Avaliação radiográfica de densin dente em indivíduos com fissura labiopalatina / Radiographic evaluation of dens in dente in individuals with cleft lip and palate

A fissura labiopalatina é uma malformação craniofacial que, como o próprio nome induz, envolve lábio, rebordo alveolar e palato. Pode ser acompanhada por algumas anomalias dentárias como o dens in dente, que necessita de avaliação radiográfica para auxílio em seu diagnóstico. Objetivo: Identificar nas radiografias periapicais o dens in dente em indivíduos com fissura labiopalatina, especificamente na região próxima à fissura. Metodologia: Foram avaliados 10 exames de radiografias periapicais de indivíduos com fissura labiopalatina, do arquivo de imagens digitais da Seção de Diagnóstico Bucal do Hospital de Reabilitação de Anomalias Craniofaciais (HRAC-USP, Bauru-SP, Brasil). Em uma primeira etapa, foram identificados os dens in dentes de cada indivíduo e posteriormente classificados de acordo com Oehlers (1957). Após essas etapas, todos os prontuários dos indivíduos foram avaliados quanto ao histórico de tratamento desses dentes. Conclusão: Na amostra radiográfica de indivíduos com fissura labiopalatina, encontrou-se a maior frequência do dens in dente no dente 12. De acordo com a classificação de Oehlers, 70% dos casos foram grau II, 30% grau I e o grau III não foi encontrado. Entre os lados das fissuras avaliadas com a presença de dens in den-te, 40 % estavam do lado direito, 40% bilateralmente e 20% do lado esquerdo. A radiografia periapical é fundamental para complementar o diagnóstico clínico. O tratamento pode variar de acordo com os níveis de comprometimento dessa anomalia dentária e depende da correta avaliação por parte do dentista.

The cleft lip and palate is a craniofacial malformation that, as its name induces, involves the lip, alveolar ridge, and palate. It may be accompanied by some dental anomalies such as dens in dente, which needs radiographic evaluation to aid in its diagnosis. Objective: To identify in periapical radiographs the dens in dente in individuals with cleft lip and palate, specifically in the region close to the cleft. Methods: Ten periapical radiographs of individuals with cleft lip and palate from the digital image file of the Oral Diagnosis Section at Hospital for Rehabilitation of Craniofacial Anomalies - University of São Paulo (Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil) were evaluated. In a first step, the dens in dente of individuals were identified. In a second step, they were classified according to the Oehlers (1957). After these phases, all the records of the individuals were evaluated regarding the treatment history of these teeth. Conclusion: In the radiographic sample of individuals with cleft lip and palate, the highest frequency of dens in dente was found in tooth 12. According to the Oehlers classification, 70% of the cases were type 2, 30% type 1, and type 3 was not found. Between the sides of the cleft evaluated for the presence of dens in dente, 40% were on the right side, 40% bilaterally, and 20% on the left side. Periapical radiography is essential to complement the clinical diagnosis. Treatment can vary according to the levels of impairment of this dental anomaly and depends on the correct evaluation by the dentist.

Dens in dente Tipo III A: relato de caso / Dens invaginatus type III A: case report

Introdução: dens in dente é uma anomalia rara de desenvolvimento, caracterizada pela invaginação dos tecidos dentários, podendo variar de um ligeiro aumento da fosseta do cíngulo a um profundo sulco, que pode se estender até o ápice dentário. Objetivo: o objetivo do presente artigo foi relatar um caso clínico e descrever as peculiaridades dos achados clínicos e radiográficos de um dens in dente Tipo III A, com ênfase na descrição de sua morfologia completamente atípica, além das dificuldades que foram encontradas no diagnóstico e durante o tratamento endodôntico. Caso clínico: o paciente compareceu ao ambulatório de uma clínica de Endodontia com queixa de dor e leve edema. Ao exame clínico e radiográfico, observou-se imagem sugestiva de dens in dente no elemento #22, sendo, então, proposto tratamento endodôntico convencional, com estudo tomográfico. Resultados: após 1 ano e 6 meses de acompanhamento, o paciente encontrava-se assintomático. Notou-se reparo satisfatório, com formação óssea, apesar da sobre-extensão do cone. Conclusão: foi possível perceber a importância da tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico como auxiliar no diagnóstico e planejamento da conduta frente a casos de dens in dente, principalmente por aumentar as chances de sucesso, evitando a perda precoce de elementos dentários (AU).

Introduction: Dens invaginatus is a rare dental anomalycharacterized by invagination of dental tissues, which maybe from a slight increase in the pit of the cingulum to a deep groove that may extend to the tooth apex. This report describes clinical and radiographic findings and the morphology of a completely atypical and unique anomaly, and discusses the difficulties in the diagnosis and endodontic treatment of the root canal of teeth with this complex anatomy. Clinical case: Patient seen in the outpatient clinic of the Endodontic Service with a complaint of pain and mild edema. Clinical and radiographic examinations were suggestive of invagination itooth #22, and conservative endodontic treatment and CT scans were indicated. Results: Patient was asymptomatic and had no functional disorders at 18 months of follow-up. Repair and new bone formation were satisfactory, despite cone overextension. Conclusion: Cone-beam CT seems to be an important method of diagnosis and treatment planning in cases of dens invaginatus, especially because it increases the chances of treatment success and prevents the early loss of teeth (AU).

Conservative management of Type II dens invaginatus with guided endodontic approach: A case series.

Dens invaginatus (DI) is one of the rare malformations of teeth which results from an infolding of the dental papilla during the development of teeth. This defect gives rise to a possible communication between the pulp and oral environment, thereby increasing the susceptibility to caries, pulpitis, and pulp necrosis. Thus, early detection and conservative management of this invaginatus is of utmost importance. The present case series describes a conservative endodontic treatment technique for the management of teeth with Type II DI using a guided endodontic approach with three-dimensional printed surgical stents. This technique provides a precise and minimally invasive approach in the conservative management of DI, without compromising the vitality of main pulpal tissue.