The effect of ultrasonic vibration protocols for cast post removal on the incidence of root dentin defects.

PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of two ultrasonic vibration protocols for cast post removal (single or double ultrasound units) on the development of defects in root dentin. METHODS: Sixty bovine incisors were selected. Fifteen roots were left unprepared (control). Forty-five roots were instrumented and filled. A 10-mm post space was prepared using #1-4 Largo drills. Fifteen teeth were prepared for post space and received no further procedure. Thirty roots had cast posts cemented and were submitted to ultrasonic vibration protocols for removal. The time necessary to remove each post was recorded. Roots were sectioned 3, 6, 9, and 12 mm from the coronal portion and viewed through a 25× magnification in a stereomicroscope. The presence of root fractures, partial cracks, and craze lines was registered. Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests were performed to compare the incidence of dentin defects. The Kruskal-Wallis test was performed to explore the difference between the time needed for post removal. The significance level was set at P = 0.05. RESULTS: Root defects were observed in all experimental groups. There were no statistical differences comparing previous root canal treatment and post removal steps, either with 1 or 2 ultrasonic units, in the formation of defects (P = 0.544) or fractures (P = 0.679). CONCLUSION: Ultrasonic vibration protocols for removing cast posts did not increase the number of dentin defects compared to root canal preparation and obturation and post space preparation steps.

Guided Access Cavity Preparation Using a New Simplified Digital Workflow.

INTRODUCTION: This study evaluated the precision of a simplified workflow using only preoperative cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) scans to gain guided access to root canals of extracted mandibular molars. A workflow using CBCT scanning associated with 3-dimensional oral scanning was used as a reference for comparison. The influence of the presence of coronal restoration in the simplified workflow was also evaluated. METHODS: Forty-five mandibular molars were randomized into 3 groups: a control group in which digital planning was performed with CBCT and oral scanning and 2 experimental groups in which digital planning was performed only with CBCT examination. In experimental group 1, teeth had no coronal restorations, whereas in group 2 teeth presented with coronal composite restorations. After digital planning, the teeth were accessed using the guides, and a new CBCT scan was made to overlap the pre- and postoperative examinations. Precision was measured by calculating the deviation between the planned and prepared cavities in millimeters and angle. Data were compared using 1-way analysis of variance (P < .05). RESULTS: All root canals were accessible after access preparation in all tested groups. Deviations of the planned and prepared access cavities were low, with a mean value of 0.55, 0.58, and 0.47 mm and 1.98°, 2.45°, and 1.43° for the control group, group 1, and group 2, respectively. No significant differences in millimeters or angle were observed among the 3 tested groups (P > .05). CONCLUSIONS: The simplified digital workflow using only CBCT examination allowed a high level of precision in obtaining access in extracted molars with and without coronal restoration, presenting similar results compared with the digital workflow using CBCT and 3-dimensional oral scanning.

A Novel Simplified Workflow for Guided Endodontic Surgery in Mandibular Molars With a Thick Buccal Bone Plate: A Case Report.

One of the challenges in apical surgery in mandibular molars is the thick buccal cortical bone plate, which might lead to access errors, damage to neighboring teeth, and injury to healthy tissue. Surgical guide templates with 3-dimensional (3D) impressions have been suggested for use in such cases, allowing greater precision. Usually, this technique involves a cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) examination related to a 3D oral scanning to generate surgical templates printed from 3D imaging data. This study reports a novel workflow possibility in which apical surgery is performed with the aid of a surgical guide planned only with CBCT, excluding the need for 3D oral scanning. A 32-year-old woman presented with asymptomatic apical periodontitis and external root resorption on the mesial root of tooth #19. A surgical template was planned using only the patient's CBCT scan to provide precise access to the lesion and remove a mandibular cortical bone block. The procedure was carried out with apicoectomy, root-end preparation, and retrograde filling, and the bone block was repositioned before suture. No postoperative complications were reported. After 1 year, the patient presented asymptomatic, and a CBCT scan confirmed bone healing. The current 3D-printed guides may be planned and printed through a novel simplified workflow with a CBCT scan only, which allows its application in apical surgery for precise apex and surgical site location.

Digital Planning on Guided Endodontics Technology.

The aim of this review is to discuss the digital planning and the use of guided technology in Endodontics. The complexity of the root canals anatomy and the challenges in the microorganism's control represent risk factors for failure after the infected root canal's treatment. Scientific improvements associated with technological advances have enabled better predictability of therapeutic procedures results. The development of efficient and modern devices provided safer root canal treatments, with shorter clinical visits and greater patient comfort. Digital endodontics incorporated different tools and developed its own, advancing even further in resolving complex cases. The faithful copy of the internal anatomy provided by the advancement of CBCT devices and software's, associated with the digital resources of 3D planning and printing, enabled the advent of guided endodontics. This technique is used at different stages of endodontic treatment, with specific indications and greater result predictability. Therefore, this study critically reviewed the potential clinical application of this guided access technique, and the operative steps for its safe performance in managing complex endodontic cases. The main indications are accessing calcified root canals, performing endodontic surgeries in difficult access areas, removing fiberglass posts, and accessing teeth with developmental anomalies. In summary, guided endodontics has been a precise strategy, effective, safe, and clinically applicable. This procedure represents incorporating technological resources and digital planning in the Endodontist clinical practice, increasing predictability to complex cases.

Digital Planning on Guided Endodontics Technology

Abstract The aim of this review is to discuss the digital planning and the use of guided technology in Endodontics. The complexity of the root canals anatomy and the challenges in the microorganism's control represent risk factors for failure after the infected root canal's treatment. Scientific improvements associated with technological advances have enabled better predictability of therapeutic procedures results. The development of efficient and modern devices provided safer root canal treatments, with shorter clinical visits and greater patient comfort. Digital endodontics incorporated different tools and developed its own, advancing even further in resolving complex cases. The faithful copy of the internal anatomy provided by the advancement of CBCT devices and software's, associated with the digital resources of 3D planning and printing, enabled the advent of guided endodontics. This technique is used at different stages of endodontic treatment, with specific indications and greater result predictability. Therefore, this study critically reviewed the potential clinical application of this guided access technique, and the operative steps for its safe performance in managing complex endodontic cases. The main indications are accessing calcified root canals, performing endodontic surgeries in difficult access areas, removing fiberglass posts, and accessing teeth with developmental anomalies. In summary, guided endodontics has been a precise strategy, effective, safe, and clinically applicable. This procedure represents incorporating technological resources and digital planning in the Endodontist clinical practice, increasing predictability to complex cases.

Resumo O objetivo desta revisão é discutir o planejamento digital e o uso da tecnologia guiada em Endodontia. A complexidade e variabilidade da anatomia dos canais radiculares, em conjunto com o desafio no processo de sanificação e controle de micro-organismos representam fatores de risco ao fracasso após o tratamento dos canais radiculares infectados. O aprimoramento técnico-científico e os avanços tecnológicos tem possibilitado uma melhor previsibilidade de resultados nos procedimentos terapêuticos. O desenvolvimento de ferramentas de trabalho eficientes e modernas proporcionou tratamentos endodônticos seguros, com menor tempo clínico operacional e maior conforto ao paciente. A endodontia digital incorporou diferentes ferramentas e desenvolveu suas próprias, avançando ainda mais na resolução de casos complexos. A cópia fiel da anatomia interna proporcionada pelo avanço dos aparelhos e softwares de TCFC, associada aos recursos digitais de planejamento e impressão 3D possibilitaram o surgimento da endodontia guiada. Esta técnica é utilizada em diferentes etapas do tratamento endodôntico, com indicações específicas e maior previsibilidade de resultados. Este estudo revisou criticamente o potencial de aplicação clínica da técnica de acesso guiado, e os passos operatórios para sua realização de forma segura no manejo de casos endodônticos complexos. As principais indicações da Endodontia Guiada incluem o acesso a canais radiculares calcificados; as cirurgias parendodônticas em áreas de difícil acesso; a remoção de pinos de fibra de vidro; e o acesso a dentes com anomalias de desenvolvimento. Em síntese, a endodontia guiada é uma técnica precisa, eficaz e de fácil aplicação clínica. Esta técnica representa a incorporação dos recursos tecnológicos e planejamentos digitais do Endodontista, dando maior previsibilidade aos casos em que é aplicada na prática clínica.

Guided endodontics: The impact of new technologies on complex case solution.

Discuss the impact of new diagnostic and planning technologies on the resolution of a clinical case of an upper central incisor with lateral perforation, root canal calcification and apical periodontitis. A 44-year-old woman sought treatment because of a colour change in an anterior tooth. The tooth had already been endodontically accessed, and she reported that two different clinicians had failed to locate the root canal. A Cone Beam Computed Tomography scan showed excessive wear and root perforation in the middle third, as well as pulp canal obliteration in the apical third. The perforation was treated using a biomaterial, and the root canal was located using guided endodontics. This treatment protocol was used to access, prepare, medicate with calcium hydroxide for 21 days and fill the root canal. Treatment results were satisfactory at 6-month follow-up.

Potential of a New Cone-Beam CT Software for Blooming Artifact Reduction.

This study evaluated the dimensions of intraradicular posts using a new cone beam CT (CBCT) software, and verified the potential of blooming artifact reduction. Sixty-three single-rooted human teeth were shaped, obturated, prepared for intracanal post placement and distributed into three groups: G1: anatomically customized prefabricated glass fiber posts; G2: low-fusion alloy posts; G3: gold alloy posts. After post fabrication and luting with RelyX U200®, specimens were sectioned axially at 9 mm from the root apex, and markings were made on the root surfaces (X-, Y- and Z-axes). The dimensions of the original posts (control group) were measured using a digital micrometer. CBCT scans of the teeth were obtained using a PreXion 3D Elite® scanner. Posts were measured on CBCT scans using DICOM files and the e-Vol DX software. A specific filter, Blooming Artefact Reduction (BAR), was developed to analyze intracanal posts. Statistical data were evaluated using the Van de Waerden nonparametric analysis of variance and, after that, normalized data were analyzed using the Tukey test. The level of significance was set at α = 5%. The measures of the anatomical prefabricated, low-fusion alloy and gold alloy intracanal posts obtained using the e-Vol DX CBCT software and a micrometer were not significantly different (p>0.05). The use of the BAR filter of the e-Vol DX software application did not induce any dimensional differences on CBCT scans of intracanal posts when compared with measurements made with a micrometer on original posts. The use of the BAR filter eliminated blooming artifacts.

Potential of a new cone-beam ct software for blooming artifact reduction

Abstract This study evaluated the dimensions of intraradicular posts using a new cone beam CT (CBCT) software, and verified the potential of blooming artifact reduction. Sixty-three single-rooted human teeth were shaped, obturated, prepared for intracanal post placement and distributed into three groups: G1: anatomically customized prefabricated glass fiber posts; G2: low-fusion alloy posts; G3: gold alloy posts. After post fabrication and luting with RelyX U200®, specimens were sectioned axially at 9 mm from the root apex, and markings were made on the root surfaces (X-, Y- and Z-axes). The dimensions of the original posts (control group) were measured using a digital micrometer. CBCT scans of the teeth were obtained using a PreXion 3D Elite® scanner. Posts were measured on CBCT scans using DICOM files and the e-Vol DX software. A specific filter, Blooming Artefact Reduction (BAR), was developed to analyze intracanal posts. Statistical data were evaluated using the Van de Waerden nonparametric analysis of variance and, after that, normalized data were analyzed using the Tukey test. The level of significance was set at α = 5%. The measures of the anatomical prefabricated, low-fusion alloy and gold alloy intracanal posts obtained using the e-Vol DX CBCT software and a micrometer were not significantly different (p>0.05). The use of the BAR filter of the e-Vol DX software application did not induce any dimensional differences on CBCT scans of intracanal posts when compared with measurements made with a micrometer on original posts. The use of the BAR filter eliminated blooming artifacts.

Resumo Este estudo avaliou as dimensões de pinos intrarradiculares usando um novo software de tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico (TCFC) e um micrômetro digital, e verificou o potencial da redução do artefato de contraste do branco. Sessenta e três dentes humanos unirradiculares foram modelados, obturados, preparados para colocação de pinos e distribuídos em três grupos: G1: pino de fibra de vidro pré-fabricado anatômico; G2: pino metálico de liga de baixa fusão; G3: pino metálico de liga de ouro. Após a confecção e cimentação dos pinos com RelyX U200®, os espécimes foram cortados no sentido axial a 9 mm do ápice radicular, sendo efetuadas marcações em suas superfícies radiculares (eixos X, Y e Z) para orientação das medidas e sincronizações das imagens. Foi utilizado um micrômetro digital para a mensuração das dimensões dos pinos originais (grupo controle) associado ao microscópio operatório. Posteriormente, as imagens em TCFC foram obtidas usando o PreXion 3D Elite®. Para a mensuração dos pinos nas imagens de TCFC utilizou-se o arquivo DICOM e a ferramenta de medida do software e-Vol DX, configurada para medidas milesimais, com o filtro BAR (Blooming Artifact Reduction). Os dados estatísticos foram avaliados com a análise de variância não-paramétrica de Van der Waerden, seguida pelo Teste de Tukey aplicado aos dados normalizados. O nível de significância foi de α = 5%. Os resultados mostraram que as medidas dos diâmetros dos pinos intrarradiculares (fibra de vidro anatômico, metálico liga de baixa fusão, e em liga de ouro) usando o software e-Vol DX e o micrômetro não mostram diferenças significativas entre si. O uso do filtro BAR do software e-Vol DX não induziu diferenças dimensionais nas imagens de TCFC dos pinos quando comparadas às medidas realizadas com o micrômetro sobre os pinos originais. O uso do filtro BAR eliminou artefatos de contraste do branco.

Guided Endodontics: Volume of Dental Tissue Removed by Guided Access Cavity Preparation-An Ex Vivo Study.

INTRODUCTION: Guided endodontics emerged as an alternative method capable of providing greater precision and accuracy to endodontic treatments. The aim of the present study was to compare the volume of dental tissue removed after guided endodontic access (GEA) and conventional endodontic access (CEA) to mandibular incisors and upper molars. METHODS: Twenty extracted human mandibular incisors and upper molars were selected and submitted to cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) examination. They were divided into 2 groups, G1 (mandibular incisors) and G2 (maxillary molars), and subdivided into G1a (CEA), G1b (GEA), G2a (CEA), and G2b (GEA). The Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine files obtained by examining the CBCT scans were transferred to InVesalius software (Renato Archer Information Technology Center, Campinas, SP, Brazil) to calculate the initial volume of each tooth. G1b and G2b teeth were scanned with a device to plan and print the guides. After gaining endodontic access, new CBCT examinations were performed to calculate the final volume of each sample unit. The Student t test for independent samples compared the volumes among the groups. RESULTS: G1 group had an average volume reduction of 31.667 mm3 (10.62%) using CEA and 26.523 mm3 (10.65%) using GEA with no significant difference among the groups (P = .960). There was an average volume reduction of 62.526 mm3 (5.86%) in the G2 group using CEA and 45.677 mm3 (4.11%) using GEA with a significant difference among the groups (P = .004). CONCLUSIONS: GEA preserved a greater volume of dental tissue in extracted upper human molars than CEA; however, there was no significant difference between CEA and GEA in the volume of dental tissue removed from mandibular incisors.

Effect of different intraradicular posts in the dimensions of root canal computed tomography images.

OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the effect of different intraradicular posts on the dimensions of computed tomography (CT) images in cone-beam and fan-beam equipment. MATERIALS AND METHODS: : A total of 15 root canals of bovine teeth were instrumented up to a file #50 and root-filled by the active lateral condensation technique. The teeth were randomly divided into three groups, according to the type of intraradicular post: 1) tight fiberglass post; 2) anatomical fiberglass post; and 3) metal post. The root canals were desobturated in 10 mm and tomographic images were acquired in two devices, a cone-beam and fan-beam equipment. Then, the intraradicular posts were cemented using an automix self-conditioning and self-adhesive resin cement, and the final acquisitions of the CT images were performed for analysis. The diameter of the canal was compared before and after cementation of the intraradicular posts. The t-test was used between the initial and final measurements of each tomograph and also between the cone-beam and fan-beam tomographs (α = 0.05). RESULTS: The anatomical fiberglass post presented the smallest dimensional change among the initial and final measurements, followed by the tight fiberglass post, with the metal post being the material that showed the most considerable dimensional difference in the cone-beam. CONCLUSION: All of the intraradicular posts used promoted a change in the size of the CT image. The fan-beam scanner promoted greater dimensional change in the images.

Difficulty levels of extracted human teeth used for pre-clinical training in endodontics in an Australian dental school.

This study aimed to determine the difficulty level of extracted teeth treated by undergraduate students for pre-clinical endodontic training. Two independent observers assessed a consecutive sample of 1000 periapical radiographs of extracted teeth used in endodontic pre-clinical training. Chi-square test was used to evaluate the adjustment of the distribution, and inter- and intra-examiner agreement were calculated. Minimal, moderate and high difficulty teeth represented 23.1%, 52.1% and 24.8%, respectively. The presence of curvature was the most common grading factor, with 'moderate curvature' reported in 28.7%, and 'extreme curvature' reported in 15.6% of the sample. A difference in the distribution of frequencies was found, favouring the moderate category (P < 0.001). The inter- and intra-examiner strength of agreement were 0.78 and 0.86, respectively. More than 50% of the teeth were categorised as moderate complexity. Almost one-quarter of the total sample, in particular molars, was classified as high complexity, thus unsuitable for undergraduate pre-clinical training.

Dynamic torque analysis of rotary and reciprocating instruments during root canal instrumentation in simulated canals by an endodontist or a general dentist.

BACKGROUND: Excessive torque is associated with engine-driven file fracture. AIMS: The aim of this study to evaluate the real-time torque of rotary and reciprocating instruments, working time, and the occurrence of procedural errors during root canal preparation of simulated canals by an endodontist and a general dentist. METHODS: Thirty-six commercially available simulated "J-shaped" root canals in resin blocks were used. Instrumentation was performed using WaveOne, WaveOne Gold, ProTaper Next, Reciproc, Reciproc Blue, and Mtwo. The real-time torque analysis and the number of times the maximum torque applied to the instrument were evaluated. Images were obtained to assess the occurrence of procedural errors, and working time was recorded. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS: The one-way analysis of variance with a Bonferroni post hoc test, Mann Whitney test and the t-test was used for statistical analysis (P < 0.05). RESULTS: Reciprocating instruments showed lower values in the number of times that reached maximum torque and percentage time in the area of critical torque, with significant differences compared to rotary instruments (P < 0.05). Operators influenced torque values only with rotary motion instruments. There was no significant difference in mean working time between the operators or instruments. No fracture of instruments or canal transportation occurred. CONCLUSIONS: Rotary instruments were associated with higher peaks in real-time torque variation during the preparation of simulated root canals.

Machine-assisted Agitation Reduces Postoperative Pain during Root Canal Treatment: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis from Randomized Clinical Trials.

INTRODUCTION: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess whether machine-assisted agitation resulted in less postoperative pain (PP) compared with syringe irrigation with needle alone in adult patients undergoing root canal treatment. METHODS: A literature search was performed in 3 electronic databases for articles published before August 2018. Randomized clinical trials published in English that compared PP between machine-assisted agitation and syringe irrigation with needles as part of nonsurgical root canal treatment were included. Two authors were independently involved in the article selection process, data extraction, and assessment of the quality of included studies using the revised Cochrane risk of bias tool. The pooled effect estimates of the standardized mean difference (SMD) between machine-assisted agitation and syringe irrigation with needle was calculated by a random effects-modeled meta-analysis. A subgroup meta-analysis was performed. The quality of evidence was evaluated by the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations approach. RESULTS: Six studies were included for systematic review. Meta-analysis was performed using 3 studies and showed that machine-assisted agitation resulted in less PP compared with syringe irrigation with needle at 24 hours (SMD = -0.73; 95% confidence interval, -1.04 to -0.42; I2 = 30.6%) and 48 hours (SMD = -0.60; 95% CI, -0.85 to -0.35; I2 = 0%). The quality of evidence by Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations for the PP outcomes (24 hours and 48 hours) was graded as "moderate" quality. CONCLUSIONS: Machine-assisted agitation reduced PP compared with syringe irrigation with needles in nonsurgical root canal treatment. Future clinical trials are needed to support the result of this review.

Tratamento de pigmentação melânica gengival pela técnica de abrasão epitelial / Treatment of gingival melanin pigmentation by epithelial abrasion technique

A pigmentação gengival é causada por uma deposição excessiva de melanina, principalmente na camada basal do epitélio, prejudicando muitas vezes a estética do sorriso. O objetivo é apresentar um caso clínico de pigmentação melânica gengival tratado pela técnica de gengivoplastia por abrasão epitelial. Paciente de 26 anos, melanoderma, procurou atendimento odontológico com queixa de manchas escurecidas na gengiva. Ao exame clínico pode ser observado pigmentação gengival que abrangia toda a faixa de gengiva ceratinizada na região vestibular do arco superior e inferior. O tratamento indicado foi a técnica de gengivoplastia por abrasão epitelial com instrumentos rotatórios. No acompanhamento pós-operatório de 15 diasfoi possível observar a completa cicatrização e harmonia da coloraçãodo tecido gengival. Após dois anos, pequenas áreas de repigmentação foram identificadas, porém, não interferindo no resultado estético do tratamento. A técnica proposta mostrou-se efetiva na remoção do pigmento melânico, resultando em uma estética satisfatória.

Gingival pigmentation is caused by excessive deposition of melanin, mainly in the epithelial basal layer, often damaging the smile aesthetics. The objective of this study is to present a case of gingival melanin pigmentation treated by gingivoplasty by epithelial abrasion technique. A patient of 26 years old, female, searched for dental care complaint darkened patches on the gums. On clinical examination, gingival pigmentation covering the full range of keratinized gingiva on the buccal region of the upper and lower arch can be seen. The treatment was the gingivoplasty by epithelial abrasion technique with rotary instruments. Postoperative follow-up of 15 days was possible to observe the complete healing and harmony of color of the gingival tissue. After two years, small areas of repigmentation were identified, but not interfering with the aesthetic outcome of treatment. The proposed technique was effective in removing the melanin pigment, resulting in a satisfactory aesthetic.

Infecção endodôntica como fator de risco para doença coronariana / Endodontic infection as risk factor for coronary diseases

Objetivo: Avaliou-se em estudos longitudinais a influência da infecção endodôntica no desenvolvimento das alterações cardiovasculares. Metodologia: Empregou-se fontes de catalogação bibliográfica identificadas eletronicamente por MEDLINE, a partir de 1966 até 02 de dezembro de 2012 e Cochrane Library. Como estratégia de busca utilizou-se os termos - cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, periapical lesion, periapical disease, endodontic infection e root canal infection - diferentes combinações. Os estudos foram selecionados por dois revisores independentes, que também determinaram os critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Resultados: A busca apresentou 191 artigos, sendo que destes, 33 artigos eram de revisão de literatura, 58 artigos relacionavam-se com estudos in vivo (humanos ou animais), 38 estudos eram relatos de casos clínicos e 2 incluíram estudos in vitro. Dos 58 estudos in vivo, 9 estudos satisfizeram os critérios de inclusão, o que possibilitou a análise dos dados. Conclusão: Diante dos resultados obtidos, observou-se ausência de homogeneidade dos protocolos clínicos empregados nos estudos incluídos, o que inviabilizou uma meta-análise. A partir dos estudos incluídos parece oportuno maior número de pesquisas para o estabelecimento com o rigor de evidência das possíveis relações entre estas duas doenças.

Aim: Longitudinal studies about the influence of endodontic infection as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease were studied. Methodology: Bibliographic tabulation sources identified electronically by MEDLINE, since 1966 until December 2nd of 2012 and Cochrane Library, on the same period, were used. As searching strategy the following terms were used in different combinations: cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, periapical lesion, periapical disease, endodontic infection e root canal infection. The studies were selected by two independent reviewers, which also determined the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: The search presented 191 related articles, and from these, 33 articles were literature reviews, 58 articles wer related to in vivo studies (humans or animals), 38 studies were cases reports, and 2 included in vitro and/or ex vivo studies.From the 58 in vivo studies, 9 studies satisfied the inclusion criteria, what enabled the data analysis. Conclusion: Based on these results, it was observed lack of homogeneity of the clinical protocols used in the included studies, which prevented a meta-analysis. From the included studies seems appropriate to further research to establish with the rigor of evidence of possible relationships between these two diseases.

Caracterização da imagem do canal radicular preenchido com hidróxido de cálcio na tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico / Characterization of the image of root canal filled with calcium hydroxide in cone beam computed tomography

Objetivo: Caracterizar a imagem do canal radicular preenchido com hidróxido de cálcio na tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico (TCFC). Metodologia: Vinte e sete canais radiculares foram sanificados e preparados até a lima K-File de no 50, 1 mm aquém do forame apical. A seguir, os dentes foram divididos aleatoriamente em três grupos: grupo 1- canais radiculares preenchidos com pasta de hidróxido de cálcio associado à solução fisiológica (n=9); grupo 2- canais radiculares obturados com Endo-Fill® e cones de guta-percha (n=9); grupo 3- canais radiculares sem preenchimento (n=9). Após o preparo e preenchimento dos canais radiculares, imagens de TCFC foram adquiridas e os espécimes secionados nos planos axial, sagital ou coronal usando brocas Endo Z em alta rotação. As medidas das imagens dos canais nas seções transversais dos espécimes foram obtidas por meio de um paquímetro digital, e nas imagens da TCFC foram obtidas utilizando o programa do fabricante do tomógrafo. As diferenças entre as medidas dos espécimes e das imagens da TCFC foram determinadas em diferentes planos. Resultados: As imagens dos espécimes do grupo contendo pasta de hidróxido de cálcio apresentaram densidades similares às observadas nas dentinas, o que não permitiu a mensuração com vistas a determinar alteração de dimensão. O grupo preenchido com Endo-Fill® e guta-percha apresentou um aumento de 37,40% a 47,40% nas dimensões das imagens radiopacas. Conclusão: Imagens de tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico em canais radiculares preenchidos com pastas de hidróxido de cálcio apresentaram densidades similares às das dentinas, as quais não demonstraram alterações dimensionais.

Aim: To characterize the image of the root canal filled in with calcium hydroxide in cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). Methodology: Twenty-seven root canals were prepared up to K-file #50, 1 mm below the foramen. After, the teeth were randomly divided into three groups: group 1- root canals filled in with calcium hydroxide paste associated with saline (n=9); group 2- root canals filled with Endo-Fill ® and gutta-percha (n=9); group 3- root canals without filling (n=9). After root canals preparation and filling, CBCT images were acquired and the specimens sectioned in axial, sagittal or coronal plans using Endo Z drills at high speed. Root canals measurements from cross sections of specimens were obtained using a digital caliper, and from CBCT images using the manufacturer?s software. The differences between the sizes of specimens and CBCT images were determined at different plans. Results: Specimens images of the group containing calcium hydroxide paste had densities similar to those ones observed in dentin, which did not allow the measurement in order to determine size change. The group filled in with Endo-Fill ® and gutta-percha showed an increase of 37.40% to 47.40% in the dimensions of radiopaque images. Conclusion: Images of cone beam computed tomography in root canals filled in with calcium hydroxide pastes showed densities similar to those of dentin, which did not determine dimensional changes. Care should be taken that these images are not confused with calcified canals.

Ação antimicrobiana de medicações intracanal sobre dentina infectada de dentes decíduos e permanentes

Objetivo: o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a efetividade antimicrobiana de medicações intracanal em dentina infectada de dentes decíduos e permanentes. Métodos:blocos de dentina foram inoculados com Enterococcus faecalis a cada 72 horas durante 60 dias; após, foram irrigados,secos e completamente preenchidos com uma das misturas a seguir: 1) pó de hidróxido de cálcio, própolis e propilenoglicol, 2) pó de hidróxido de cálcio e propilenoglicol,3) pó de hidróxido de cálcio e água destilada,4) própolis e propilenoglicol, 5) própolis e água destilada.Após 30 dias, as amostras foram lavadas com água destilada esterilizada, imersas em Letheen broth e incubadas por 48 horas a 37ºC. Resultados e Conclusão: a hipótese de que a associação do hidróxido de cálcio com própolis poderia ser mais eficaz do que os outros medicamentos não foi confirmada, pois os resultados indicaram que todas as misturas testadas não foram capazes de inibir o biofilme de E. faecalis, tanto nos blocos de dentina de dentes decíduos como permanentes

Avaliação qualitativa do preparo de canais radiculares realizado "in vitro'' com instrumentos rotatórios de níquel-titânio RaCe e K3 / Qualitative evaluation of root canal preparations performed in vitro with rotary nickel-titanium instruments K3 and RaCe

O objetivo do presente estudo foi analisar a conicidade e regularidade dos canais radiculares preparados com instrumentos rotatórios de níquel-titânio Race® e K3®, utilizando contra ângulo redutor Dentfex®. O experimento envolveu canais me-siais de trinta molares humanos, superiores e inferiores, sendo aleatoriamente distribuídos em dois grupos de quinze, de acordo com os dois tipos de instrumentos rotatórios: RaCe® e K3®. A partir de então, realizou-se a moldagem dos canais radiculares, para em seguida submeter os dentes a desmineralização em ácido clorídrico a 35%, obtendo dessa forma o molde dos mesmos. Esses moldes foram analisados, onde se verifcou a conicidade e regularidade dos canais radiculares preparados. Os dados foram tabulados e submetidos à análise estatística por meio dos testes de Mann-Whitney e Qui-quadrado. Os resultados obtidos indicam a predominância de formas regulares cônicas, em todos os terços (cervical, médio, apical), nos sentidos mésio vestibular e mésio lingual e palatino dos canais preparados com os instrumentos Race® e K3®, mas houve diferença estatisticamente signifcante entre o número de ocorrência da forma irregular cilíndrica nos moldes dos canais mésio-vestibulares inferiores, preparados com os instrumentos RaCe®.

The aim of this study was to analyze the taper and regularity of root canals prepared with rotary nickel-titanium system Race® and K3®, using angle reducer Dentfex®. The experiment involved mesial canals of thirty human molars, upper and lo-wer were randomly assigned to two groups of ffteen, according to the two types of rotary instruments: RaCe® and K3®. Since then, there was casting of root canals, to then subject the teeth to demineralization in 35% hydrochloric acid, thereby obtaining the same mold. These paterns were analyzed, where there was a taper and regularity of root canals prepared. The data were tabulated and analyzed statistically by the Mann-Whitney and Chi-square. The results indicate the predominance of regular conical forms, in all thirds (cervical, middle, apical) in mesial buccal and mesial lingual and palatine canals prepared with Race® and K3®, but statistically signifcant diference between the number of occurrence of irregular cylindrical shape along the lines of mesiobuccal canals below, prepared with RaCe®.

Discrepância entre método convencional de odontometria com referência padrão / Discrepancy between the conventional method of tooth length with standard reference

Este trabalho teve como objetivo comparar a discrepância entre método convencional de odontometria com a referência padrão determinada visualmente. Foram utilizadas 57 raízes de dentes humanos extraídos, sendo 17 anteriores, 20 pré-molares e 20 molares. Os dentes selecionados apresentavam ápices completos, ausência de fraturas apicais, coroas em bom estado de conservação, ausência de tratamento endodôntico e canais acessíveis até o forame apical. Antes de qualquer procedimento, foi realizada uma radiografa inicial. O dente foi medido com paquímetro digital (ponta de cúspide ou borda incisal até vértice apical) e os dados anotados. Após abertura coronária, exploração, esvaziamento dos canais radiculares e preparo do terço cervical foi realizada a odontometria visual do dente, através da visualização da lima tipo K-file pelo forame apical seguido de recuo de 1mm. Após, foi realizada uma radiografia de confirmação da odontometria, com uso de tela milimetrada. Os dados referentes à distância entre o zero apical e a ponta da lima na radiografia foram analisados e tabulados, e finalmente determinada a discrepância entre o limite apical determinado visualmente e radiograficamente. Concluiu-se que apenas 50,5% das raízes apresentam a odontometria visual coincidente com odontometria radiográfica. Os pré-molares foram o grupo de maior discrepância, seguidos pelos molares e anteriores.

This study aimed to compare the discrepancy between the conventional method of tooth length with a reference standard determined visually. We studied 57 extracted human tooth roots, being 17 previous, 20 premolars and 20 molar ones. The selected teeth had presented complete apexes, absence of apicais fractures, crowns in good condition of conservation, absence of endodontic treatment and canals accessible to the forame. Before any procedure, an initial periapical x-ray was performed. We measure the tooth with digital caliper (cusp tip or incisal edge until apical vertex) and we noted the data. After coronary opening, exploration, emptying of the root canals and preparation of third cervical was performed the visual odontometry of the tooth, that is the visualization of the K-file type for the followed apical forame of jib of 1mm. After this as performed a periapical radiography of confirmation of the odontometry, using screen millimeter. The referring data in the distance between the apical zero and the end of the file in the radiography, had been analyzed and tabulated, and finally determined the discrepancy between apical limit determined visually and radiographically. It was concluded that only 50.5% of the dental roots presents visual odontometry coincides with dental radiography odontometry. The premolars were the largest group of discrepancy, followed by molars and earlier.