Ultrasonic agitation reduces the time of calcium hydroxide antimicrobial effect and enhances its penetrability.

OBJECTIVES: The objective of the present work was to evaluate the ultrasonic agitation, time and vehicle (propylene glycol or distilled water) on the antimicrobial potential and penetrability of calcium hydroxide pastes on infected dentin by means of Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy (CLSM) and microbiological culture (MC). MATERIALS AND METHODS: Dentin specimens were infected with Enterococcus faecalis using a new contamination protocol of 5 days. The specimens were divided into eight groups and dressed with the pastes for 7 or 15 days: G1) calcium hydroxide (CH) + propylene glycol (prop)/7 days (d), G2) CH + prop/7d + ultrasonic agitation (U), G3) CH + distilled water (dw)/7d, G4) CH + dw/7d + U, G5) CH + prop/15d, G6) CH + prop/15d + U, G7) CH + dw/15d, G8) CH + dw/15d + U. The ultrasonic activation was made for 1 min in both directions with a plain point insert. After medications removal, the images obtained by CLSM showed the viable (green) and dead (red) bacteria with Live and Dead dye. By the MC, the dentinal wall debris obtained by burs were collected for colony counts. For the penetration test, the Rodamine B dye was added to the CH pastes and analyzed by CLSM. RESULTS: The 7 and 15-days CH + prop+U pastes performed better antimicrobial efficacy, followed by the CH + dw+U/15d paste. CONCLUSIONS: All pastes demonstrated better penetration and antimicrobial activity against E. faecalis when agitated with ultrasound, even in periods of up to seven days. The propylene glycol vehicle showed better results. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Agitation of the dressing that remains for less time inside the root canal can optimize the decontamination of endodontic treatment.

Impact of transparent tray-based application of bioactive glasses desensitizer on the permeability of enamel and dentin to hydrogen peroxide: an in vitro study.

BACKGROUND: To investigate the effect of transparent tray-based application of bioactive glasses (BGs) desensitizer on the permeability of enamel and dentin to hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). METHODS: Freshly extracted human first premolars were divided into 6 groups (n = 8). Group A and B: without pretreatments; Group C and E: treated with BGs desensitizer only; Group D and F: treated with BGs desensitizer dispensed with a transparent tray. After roots and pulp tissues of the treated tooth specimens were thoroughly removed, acetate buffer was added into pulp chambers and the treated specimens were immersed in distilled water (Groups A, E, and F) or 30% H2O2 (Groups B, C, and D) for 30 min at 37 °C. The amount of H2O2 in the pulp chamber of each group was measured using ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometry. RESULTS: In control groups (Group A, E, and F), H2O2 was not detected. The amount of pulpal H2O2 in Group B, C, and D were 21.149 ± 0.489 µg, 9.813 ± 0.426 µg, and 4.065 ± 0.268 µg respectively. One-way ANOVA analysis indicated that significant differences existed in these groups (F = 459.748, p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: The effect of BGs desensitizer in reducing the permeability of enamel and dentin to H2O2 could be enhanced when dispensed with a transparent tray.

Evaluation of Microleakage by Gas Permeability and Marginal Adaptation of MTA and BiodentineTM Apical Plugs: In Vitro Study / Evaluación de la microfiltración por permeabilidad de gas y adaptación marginal de tapones apicales de MTA y BiodentineTM: Estudio in vitro

Abstract The endodontic treatment of teeth with incomplete development is always a complex task. Nowadays, biomaterials such as bioceramics offers promising clinical evidence that supports its use. However, the standardization of its use for apexification purpose still needs a deeper understanding of the materials' behavior. The aim of this investigation was to evaluate the marginal adaptability and microleakage by gas permeability of MTA and Biodentine™ apical plugs in an in vitro model. Materials and methods: Twenty- four single rooted human teeth were selected according to previously stablished inclusion criteria. All samples were prepared obtaining standard cylindrical internal canals with a diameter of 1.3 mm. Root canals were gently rinsed using 5.25% sodium hypochlorite and EDTA 17%. The apical 3mm and remaining coronal dental structure were sectioned to obtain 10mm roots. Roots were randomly assigned to 3 different groups as follows: GROUP A: MTA (n=10), GROUP B: Biodentine™ (n=10) and Group C: Control (positive n=1, negative n=3). MTA and Biodentine™ were prepared according to manufacturer's indications, and apical plugs of 4mm were passively placed in the correspondent teeth. All samples were stored in saline solution for 7 days at 37°C before evaluation. Samples were mounted in cylindrical sample-holders using epoxy resin. Microleakage was evaluated with an automatic permeability detector that calculates nitrogen diffusion between the material-root interphase. After microleakage evaluation, the samples were recovered and analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Microleakage results were analyzed using Chi-square and adaptation was evaluated with a descriptive analysis. Results: None of the evaluated materials completely avoided the nitrogen microleakage (positive leakage of 10% and 20% of samples for MTA and Biodentine™ respectively); with no statistical significant difference between groups (p=0.527). All apical plugs showed good adaptation under SEM, at 30x, 200x, 1000x and 2500x; with microscopical structures similar to previous reports. Conclusions: Both bioceramics behave similar when used as apical barriers to avoid permeability, with acceptable marginal adaptation. Further in vivo studies are needed to validate these results.

Resumen El tratamiento endodóntico de dientes con desarrollo incompleto es siempre una tarea compleja. Hoy en día, biomateriales como las biocerámicas ofrecen una evidencia clínica prometedora que apoya su uso. Sin embargo, la estandarización de su uso para fines de apexificación todavía necesita una comprensión más profunda del comportamiento de los materiales. El objetivo de esta investigación fue evaluar la adaptabilidad marginal y microfiltración por permeabilidad de gas de los tapones apicales de MTA y Biodentine™ en un modelo in vitro. Materiales y métodos: Veiticuatro dientes humanos uniradiculares fueron seleccionados meticulosamente según criterios de inclusión previamente establecidos. Todas las muestras fueron preparadas con canales cilíndricos internos estandarizados de 1,3 mm de diámetro. Los conductos radiculares fueron gentilmente lavados con hipoclorito de sodio al 5,25% y EDTA al 17%. La estructura dental apical de 3 mm y la coronal restante se seccionó para obtener raíces de 10 mm de longitud. Las raíces se asignaron aleatoriamente a 3 grupos diferentes de la siguiente manera: GRUPO A: MTA (n = 10), GRUPO B: Biodentine™ (n = 10) y Grupo C: Control (n = 1 positivo, n = 3 negativos). El MTA y Biodentine™ se prepararon de acuerdo con las indicaciones de los fabricantes, y se colocaron pasivamente los tapones apicales de 4 mm en los dientes correspondientes. Todas las muestras se almacenaron en solución salina durante 7 días a 37ºC antes de la evaluación. Las muestras se montaron en porta-muestras cilíndricos utilizando resina epóxica. La microfiltración se evaluó con un detector de permeabilidad automática que calcula la difusión de nitrógeno entre la interfase material-raíz. Después de la evaluación de microfiltración, las muestras fueron recuperadas y analizadas por microscopía electrónica de barrido (SEM). Los resultados de microfiltración se analizaron utilizando una prueba estadística de Chi-cuadrado y la adaptación se evaluó con un análisis descriptivo. Resultados: Ninguno de los materiales evaluados evitó completamente la microfiltración de nitrógeno (fuga positiva de 10% y 20% de muestras para MTA y Biodentine™, respectivamente); sin diferencias estadísticamente significativas entre los grupos (p = 0,527). Todos los tapones apicales mostraron una buena adaptación bajo SEM, a 30x, 200x, 1000x y 2500x; con morfologías similares a las previamente reportadas. Conclusiones: ambas biocerámicas se comportan de forma similar cuando se usan como barreras apicales para evitar la permeabilidad de gas, con adaptación marginal aceptable. Se necesitan más estudios in vivo para validar estos resultados.

Avaliação in vitro da penetração de corante em dentes submetidos ao clareamento dental com peróxido de hidrogênio 35% / Evaluation of in vitro tooth stain after dental bleaching using 35% hydrogen peroxide

Dentes brancos são requisitos importantes para um belo sorriso e uma das formas para conseguir isso é através do clareamento dental. No entanto, a técnica de clareamento pode aumentar a permeabilidade do esmalte. Este estudo teve como objetivo verificar a penetração do corante nos dentes através de um processo de branqueamento com peróxido de hidrogênio a 35%, Total Blank Office® (DFL). foram utilizados 41 dentes humanos e divididos em 03 grupos experimentais. O G1 foi o grupo controle, no qual foi submetido apenas ao corante azul de metileno a 0,5%. O grupo G2 foi clareado com peróxido de hidrogênio 35% e, em seguida, foi imerso em solução de azul de metileno a 0,5%. O grupo G3 foi clareado com peróxido de hidrogênio 35% e foi imerso em saliva artificial antes de ser mergulhado na solução de azul de metileno a 0,5%. Todos os dentes foram cortados longitudinalmente e avaliados com lupa estereoscópica. A penetração do corante em cada dente foi verificada usando uma escala numérica que representava a profundidade de penetração do corante no dente. Os resultados mostraram que a saliva desempenha um papel positivo para reduzir a permeabilidade do esmalte durante o branqueamento e os dentes que não foram expostos à saliva artificial mostrou uma penetração maior do corante. foi concluído que o clareamento dental com peróxido de hidrogênio 35% aumentou a penetração do corante no esmalte dentário e a saliva mostrou um efeito positivo para minimizar essa penetração.

White teeth is a requisite for beautiful smile and dental bleaching is one best manners to achieve it. But, this technique may increase enamel permeability. To verify stain penetration in bleached teeth it was used 35% hydrogen peroxide, Total Blank Office® (DFL). human teeth were divided into 03 experimental groups. Group G1 was the control group, subjected only to 0.5% methylene blue solution. Group G2 was bleached with 35% hydrogen peroxide, following immersion in a 0.5% methylene blue solution. Group G3 was also bleached with 35% hydrogen peroxide, but was immersed in artificial saliva before been immersed in a 0.5% methylene blue solution. All the teeth were cut along their longitudinal length and taken to a 45x stereoscopic magnifying glass. Stain penetration in each tooth was verified using a score system, which represented the depth of stain penetration within the tooth. The results showed that saliva has a positive role to reduce enamel permeability during dental bleaching, and the teeth not exposed to saliva showed a greater stain penetration. It was concluded that dental bleaching with 35% hydrogen peroxide increases stain penetration, and saliva had a positive effect to minimize stain penetration.

Graded changes in enamel component volumes resulted from a short tooth bleaching procedure.

AIM: To test the hypothesis that changes in enamel component volumes (mineral, organic, and water volumes, and permeability) are graded from outer to inner enamel after a short bleaching procedure. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Extracted unerupted human third molars had half of their crowns bleached (single bleaching session, 3 × 15 min), and tooth shade changes in bleached parts were analyzed with a spectrophotometer. Ground sections were prepared, component volumes and permeability were quantified at histological points located at varying distances from the enamel surface (n=10 points/location), representing conditions before and after bleaching. RESULTS: Tooth shade changes were significant (p<0.001; 95% CI=-1/-8; power=99%), and most of the enamel layer was unaffected after bleaching, except at the outer layers. Multiple analysis of covariances revealed that most of the variance of the change in enamel composition after bleaching was explained by the combination of the set of types of component volume (in decreasing order of relevance: mineral loss, organic gain, water gain, and decrease in permeability) with the set of distances from the enamel surface (graded from the enamel surface inward) (canonical R(2)=0.97; p<0.0001; power>99%). CONCLUSIONS: Changes in enamel composition after a short bleaching procedure followed a gradient within component volumes (mineral loss>organic gain>water gain>decrease in permeability) and decreased from the enamel surface inward.

Resistência de união de adesivos all-in-one em diferentes substratos / Bond strength of all-in-one adhesives in different substrates

Introdução: A odontologia adesiva teve seu início no condicionamento ácido do esmalte. Com o rápido desenvolvimento dos novos produtos, os ensaios in vitro tornaram-se valiosos para comparar a RU dos adesivos ao esmalte, dentina e outros substratos - em análises imediatas ou de longo prazo para avaliar a durabilidade da união. Objetivo: avaliar a resistência de união (RU) de adesivos all-in-one em diferentes substratos após uma semana de armazenamento em água destilada. Metodologia: foram utilizados 75 incisivos bovinos e obtidas 25 amostras de esmalte hígido/EH, 25 de esmalte desgastado/ED, 25 de dentina/DE; mais 25 amostras do compósito Filtek Z350 XT/XT. Cinco adesivos foram aplicados nos substratos, e os grupos divididos (n=5): [1]ácido fosfórico 37%+adesivo controle Adper Single Bond 2; adesivos all-in-one [2]BeautiBond/BB; [3] Bond Force/BF; [4]SE One/SE; [5]Single Bond Universal/UN. Quatro matrizes Tygon foram posicionadas sobre os substratos e preenchidas com o Filtek Z350 XT Flow. Após fotopolimerização (20s), as matrizes foram removidas para expor 4 corpos de prova, perfazendo o total de 20 cilindros por grupo. Decorrido uma semana em água 37°C, os corpos de prova foram testados em uma máquina de ensaios. O microcisalhamento foi executado na base dos cilindros (0,5 mm/min). Os resultados foram expressos em MPa, e analisados pela Anova (p<0,001) e teste de Tukey (p<0,05). Resultados: comparando cada substrato, não houve diferença para o ED e para o EH. Para dentina, os adesivos SE e o UN resultaram em maior RU, além do controle. Para o compósito, a maior RU foi observada no UN. Comparando os substratos, a RU foi menor para alguns adesivos no EH e DE. Conclusão: os adesivos all-in-one são substrato-dependentes. A maior RU foi obtida no UN com o compósito XT, e a menor no BF com dentina. A RU nos substratos ED e XT foi mais estável, quando comparada aos demais substratos.

Introduction: the adhesive dentistry had its beginning in the enamel etching. With the rapid development of new products, in vitro tests have become valuable to compare the UK adhesives to enamel, dentin and other substrates - in immediate or long-term analyzes to evaluate the bond durability. Objective: to evaluate the shear bond strength (SBS) of all-in-one adhesives on different substrates after a week storage in distilled water. Methodology: seventy five bovine incisors were used and obtained 25 samples of uncut enamel/UE; 25 of cut enamel/CE; 25 of dentin/DE; more 25 of Filtek Z350XT/XT. Five adhesives were applied, and divided into 5 groups (n=5): [1]37% phosphoric acid + Single Bond 2/SB adhesive control; [2]BeautiBond/BB; [3]Bond Force/BF; [4]One SE/SE; [5]Single Bond Universal/UN. Four Tygon tubings were positioned on the substrates and filled in with Filtek Z350 XT Flow. After 20s VLC, the tubes were removed to expose 4 specimens for each sample (20 cylinders per group). After a week in distilled water 37°C, the specimens were tested in an universal testing machine. The tensile load resulting in shear was performed on the basis of the cylinder at a speed of 0.5 mm/min. The results were expressed in MPa and analyzed by Anova (p<0,001) and Tukey test (p<0.05). Results: comparing each substrate, there was no difference for the UE and the CE. To dentin, the SE and the UN resulted in higher SBS. For the composite substrate, the higher SBS was observed in UN. Comparing the substrates, the SBS was lower to some adhesives in UE and DE. Conclusion: the all-in-one adhesives are substrate-dependents. The highest SBS was obtained for the UN in the composite substrate, and lowest SBS mean to BF in dentin substrate. The SBS in CE and XT was more stable, when compared to other substrates.

Methods for assessment of dental erosion.

Various assessment techniques have been applied to evaluate the loss of dental hard tissue and the surface-softened zone in enamel induced by erosive challenges. In this chapter, the most frequently adopted techniques for analyzing the erosively altered dental hard tissues are reviewed, such as profilometry, measuring microscope techniques, microradiography, scanning electron microscopy, atom force microscopy, nano- and microhardness tests and iodide permeability test. Moreover, methods for chemical analysis of minerals dissolved from dental hard tissue are discussed. It becomes evident that the complex nature of erosive mineral loss and dissolution might not be comprehended by a single technique, but needs application of different approaches for full understanding.

Effect of dentin desensitizing procedures on methyl methacrylate diffusion through dentin.

BACKGROUND: Acrylic and bisacryl resins are widely used both during the temporization phase as well as for provisional restorations and the effect of external agents on dentin sensitivity can be reduced by the obliteration of the tubules. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate diffusion of methyl methacrylate monomer through dentin by high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) after three different desensitizing procedures during the fabrication of two different provisional crown materials. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Forty extracted restoration and caries free human premolar teeth were used in this study. Thermoplastic vacuum formed material was used as a matrix to fabricate provisional restorations for each tooth before crown preparation. Teeth were prepared for a metal supported ceramic crown with 1 mm shoulder margins and then crown parts were separated from cementoenamel junction with a carborundum disk perpendicular to the long axis of the teeth. To the cementoenamel junction of each tooth a polypropylene chamber was attached that contains 1.5 cm 3 of deionized distilled water. Prepared teeth were divided into four groups ( n = 10) including control, desensitizing agent (DA) application, neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet (Nd: YAG) laser irradiation (LI), and LI after DA application groups. After application of DA (except control) each group were divided into two subgroups for fabrication of provisional restorations ( n = 5). Two autopolymerizing provisional materials (Imident (Imicryl) and Systemp C and B (Ivoclar, vivadent)) were used to fabricate provisional restorations using the strips. Water elutes were analyzed by HPLC at 10 min and 24 h. RESULTS: The monomer diffusion values varied statistically according to desensitizing procedures, provisional resin systems, and the time periods. Monomer diffusion through dentin surfaces desensitized with Nd: YAG LI after DA application was the lowest. CONCLUSIONS: Nd: YAG LI in association with DA application is an effective combination to eliminate monomer diffusion through dentin to pulpal chamber.

Modelo de conductancia hidráulica de la dentina humana ex vivo / Hydraulic conductance model of ex vivo human dentin

El objetivo principal de este trabajo fue montar y probar un modelo experimental para medir la conductancia hidráulica de la dentina ex vivo. Diecisiete terceros molares sanos, con indicación de exodoncia, de donantes sanos de edades entre 15 y 30 años fueron obtenidos mediante consentimiento informado. Luego de limpiarlos, desinfectarlos, incluirlos en resina epóxica y cortarlos se obtuvieron 17 muestras de dentina, correspondiente a un disco de resina con un corte coronal de diente que presenta dentina expuesta en ambas caras de éste. Tres equipos para medir la conductancia hidráulica de la dentina fueron armados siguiendo la descripción del modelo de Pashley. Las muestras fueron instaladas en una cámara de difusión, conectada mediante tubos de silicona a una pipeta graduada y una columna de agua de 20cm. Mediante el desplazamiento de una burbuja de agua al interior de la pipeta, se midió la conductancia hidráulica de cada muestra, 3 veces los días 14, 21, 28 y 35 postextracción. Los datos fueron tabulados y analizados estadísticamente. No existe diferencia en la tasa de flujo de una muestra medida en los tres equipos (p=0.5937). No existe diferencia en las mediciones de la conductancia hidráulica de 13 muestras de dentina humana medida en los días 14, 21, 28 y 35 postextracción (p=0.0704). Es posible montar un modelo experimental para estudiar la conductancia hidráulica de la dentina ex vivo, basado en el modelo de Pashley y col. El modelo pareciera ser confiable, pero es necesaria más investigación para poder validar su confiabilidad.

The main objective of this work was to mount and test an experimental model to measure the hydraulic conductance of ex vivo dentin. Seventeen healthy third molars, with indication of extraction of healthy donors aged between 15 and 30 years were obtained by informed consent. After cleaning them, disinfecting them, including them in resin epoxy and cutting them, there were 17 samples of dentin, corresponding to a disk of resin with a coronal section of tooth showing the dentin exposed on both sides of it. Three machines to measure the hydraulic conductance of the dentin were assembled according to the description of the model of Pashley. Samples were installed in a Chamber of diffusion, connected by using silicone tubes to a graduated transfer pipette and a 20cm water column. Through the displacement of a bubble of water in the inside of the pipette, the hydraulic conductance of each sample was measured 3 times on the 14th, 21st, 28th and 35th day post extraction. The data were tabulated and analyzed statistically. There is no SS difference in the rate of flow of a measured sample in the three machines (p=0.5937). There is no SS difference in measurements of the hydraulic conductance of 13 samples of human dentin measured in days 14, 21, 28 and 35 postextraction (p=0.0704). It is possible to mount an experimental model to study the hydraulic conductance of dentin ex vivo, based on the model of Pashley. The model seems to be reliable, but more research is needed in order to validate its reliability.

Hydrogen peroxide penetration into the pulp chamber and dental permeability after bleaching.

This study sought to quantify the concentration of hydrogen peroxide (HP) in the pulp chamber and evaluate changes on dental permeability after bleaching with 3 HP concentrations (10%, 35%, and 50%). This study was divided into 2 experiments and the bleaching treatments consisted of 3 applications of HP for 30 minutes during a single session. The first experiment tested HP penetration into the pulp chamber of 4 experimental groups (n = 10) of bovine crowns, which were divided by HP concentration: an unbleached control group (0% HP), 10% HP, 35% HP, and 50% HP. Acetate buffer solution was placed into the pulp chamber and after each application of HP. This solution was collected to determine spectrophotometrically the concentration of HP that reached the pulp chamber. The second experiment evaluated dental permeability. Bovine crowns were divided into 3 groups (n = 10). The crowns were connected to a permeability device and the initial permeability was measured at 10 psi. Three different concentrations of HP gels (10%, 35% and 50%) were applied to the buccal enamel surfaces and the dental permeability was measured after the first, second, and third applications of HP. The data were analyzed by 2-way ANOVA and Tukey test (P ≤ 0.05). All concentrations of HP reached the pulp chamber, although no significant differences were noted between the 3 concentrations tested (P > 0.05). However, the increase of dental permeability in the group that received 50% HP was significantly higher than the 10% HP group (P < 0.05). The results indicate that the HP bleaching treatments increased dental permeability.

Lima de permeabilidad: capacidad de centrado y deformación. Estudio in vitro / Patency File: Centring ability and deformation. An in vitro study

Objetivo. Evaluar el transporte y la capacidad de centrado del foramen mayor, después de utilizar las limas K#10 de acero inoxidable y las limas C-Pilot como limas de permeabilidad. Material y métodos. Se emplearon veintiocho conductos mesiovestibulares de primeros molares mandibulares y maxilares, que fueron divididos en dos grupos de 14 muestras cada uno. Las limas K#10 de acero inoxidable y C-Pilot#10 se utilizaron como instrumentos de permeabilidad en los grupos A y B respectivamente. El foramen mayor fue fotografiado antes y después de realizar la permeabilización de cada conducto. Las imágenes fueron superpuestas con el programa Photoshop y analizadas con el programa Autocad. Los parámetros que se evaluaron fueron la cantidad de transporte, la capacidad de centrado, el área y el perímetro. La capacidad de centrado y el transporte fueron calculados en dos direcciones: dirección de máxima curvatura (MC) y dirección vertical a máxima curvatura (VC). El análisis estadístico se realizó con el test de Anova. Resultados. No encontramos diferencias significativas entre ambos instrumentos en la capacidad de centrado y la cantidad de deformación en cada una de las direcciones evaluadas (MC y VC) (p > 0,05). Encontramos diferencias significativas en el área entre los grupos A y B (p = 0,03) y en el perímetro entre ambos grupos (p = 0,029). Conclusiones. No encontramos diferencias significativas en la cantidad de deformación y la capacidad de centrado de las limas K#10 de acero inoxidable y las limas C-Pilot cuando fueron utilizadas como instrumentos de permeabilidad (AU)

Objective. The aim of this study was to evaluate root canal transportation and centring ability at the major foramen through the use of stainless steel size 10 K-Flex files and size 10 C-pilot files when used as patency files. Matherials and Methods. Twenty-eight mesiobuccal Canals of maxillary and mandibular first molars were divided into two groups of 14 canals each. Size 10 stainless steel K-Flex files and size 10 C-Pilot files were used as patency instruments in groups A and B respectively. The major foramen was photographed before and after instrumentation. The images were superimposed and then evaluated using Adobe Photoshop and Autocad. The parameters evaluated were canal transportation, centring ability perimeter and area. Transportation and centring ability were calculated in two directions: the direction of maximum curvature (MC) and a direction vertical to the maximum curvature (VC). The statistical analysis was perfomed using Anova test. Results. No significant differences were observed amongst the different instruments with respect to centring ability and transportation in either direction (P >0,05). Significant differences were observed in the area between groups A and B (P = 0.03) and in the perimeter between groups A and B (P = 0.029). Conclusions. No statistical differences were found in transportation and centring ability when size 10 K-file and size 10 C-Pilot file were used as patency file (AU)

Avaliação histoquímica da permeabilidade dentinária após a utilização do edta como auxiliar na irrigação do canal radicular / Histochemical evaluation of dentin permeability after using edta as auxiliar irrigation of the root canal

O presente estudo avaliou a permeabilidade dentinária em toda a extensão do canal radicular após o uso do EDTA associado a diferentes concentrações de NaOCl. Foram utilizados cinquenta incisivos bovinos divididos em cinco grupos experimentais (n=10) de acordo com as soluções irrigantes empregadas: G1- NaOCl 1%; G2- NaOCl 5,25%; G3- NaOCl 1% + EDTA; G4- NaOCl 5,25% + EDTA; G5- Água destilada (grupo controle). Após o preparo biomecânico, as raízes foram submetidas ao método de coloração histoquímico com sulfato de cobre a 10% e ácido rubeânico a 1% para identificação da permeabilidade dentinária. Para a análise morfométrica as amostras foram seccionadas transversalmente, obtidas três secções de cada terço, desidratadas e clarificadas. Analisadas em microscopia óptica para quantificar a penetração dos íons cobre na dentina radicular. Após a análise estatística dos dados, os resultados indicaram que, houve diferença significativa entre os terços analisados seguindo uma ordem de efetividade do terço cervical maior que o médio e este maior que o apical. Entretanto, nenhuma diferença significante em relação à permeabilidade foi encontrada quando se comparou as diferentes soluções estudadas. Concluiu-se que o uso do EDTA associado com diferentes concentrações de hipoclorito de sódio, como irrigante final, não promoveu alteração na permeabilidade dentinária no canal radicular em relação as soluções usadas isoladamente.

This study evaluated the dentine permeability on the length of the root canal after the use of EDTA associated with different concentrations of NaOCl. Fifty bovine incisors were used divided into five experimental groups (n = 10) according to the irrigating solutions used: G1- 1% NaOCl; G2- 5.25% NaOCl; G3- 1% NaOCl + EDTA; G4- 5.25% NaOCl + EDTA; G5- distilled water (control group). After biomechanical preparation, the roots were subjected to histochemical staining method with 10% copper sulfate and then in 1% rubeanic acid alcohol solution for identification of dentin permeability. For the morphometric analysis the samples were cross sectioned, obtained three sections of each third, dehydrated and clarified. Analyzed with light microscopy to quantify the penetration of copper ions in the root dentin. After statistical analysis, the results indicated that there were significant differences among thirds analyzed by an order of effectiveness of the cervical third larger than the middle and this larger than the apical. However, no significant difference in relation to the permeability was found when comparing the different solutions studied. In conclusion, the use of EDTA associated with different concentrations of sodium hypochlorite, as final rinse, did not cause changes in dentin permeability in relation solutions used alone.

Análise da permeação de H2O2 amelodentinária através de métodos eletroquímicos / Analysis of enameldentin permeation of H2O2 by electrochemical methods

Existem muitas metodologias utilizadas para tentar analisar a permeação de peróxido de hidrogênio através das estruturas dentárias, porém não conseguem determinar o momento exato em que o peróxido começa a alcançar concentrações detectáveis dentro da câmara pulpar. OBJETIVO: Investigar a viabilidade de um modelo experimental de análise eletroquímica para detecção e mensuração da concentração de peróxido de hidrogênio proveniente de produtos utilizados em tratamento clareador e avaliar a cinética da difusão destes peróxidos através dos tecidos duros dentários. MATERIAIS E MÉTODOS: Foram utilizados 45 dentes incisivos bovinos permanentes mandibulares, cujo preparo envolveu a remoção da face lingual coronária, mantendo-se o esmalte e a dentina vestibulares intactos. Todos os dentes foram fixados em resina acrílica com auxílio de matriz elastomérica quadrangular e organizados segundo os testes: 1: análise eletroquímica e 2: análise espectrofotométrica. Para os testes foram utilizados clareadores à base de peróxido de hidrogênio (HP) e de peróxido de carbamida (CP) e seus respectivos placebos (PHP e PCP). Foram realizados três cronoamperogramas e três voltamogramas para cada uma das amostras. Utilizou-se a mesma cela no experimento eletroquímico e no teste espectrofotométrico, permitindo assim a comparação das metodologias. RESULTADOS: A análise eletroquímica mostrou na 1ª permeação de HP média de 1688,50 segundos quando comparada a 857,70s e a 457,70s da 2ª e da 3ª permeações, respectivamente. Desta forma observa-se que a 1ª permeação representa aproximadamente o dobro e o quadruplo dos valores sequenciais da 2ª e da 3ª permeações. Não foi detectado início de permeação para CP, PHP e PCP

Para o grupo HP há uma relação crescente nas concentrações de moléculas de peróxido de hidrogênio detectadas nas três permeações respectivamente. Entretanto, o crescimento entre a 1ª e 2ª permeação é discreto, quando comparado à 3ª permeação, onde foi detectada maior concentração de moléculas do peróxido de hidrogênio. No grupo CP observam-se médias de 2,96E-02 A na 1ª permeação, 3,11E-05 A na 2ª permeação e 1,37E-04 A na 3ª permeação, havendo diferença entre a 1ª e 3ª permeação (p = 0,00472). Todavia, não ocorreram diferenças entre os demais grupos (p > 0,05). Quando comparado o método eletroquímico e o método espectrofotométrico, o peróxido de hidrogênio (HP) não demonstrou diferença significativa entre as análises (p =0,0826); todavia o peróxido de carbamida mostrou diferenças entre as duas análises (p=0,0093). CONCLUSÕES: A metodologia eletroquímica é tão eficaz quanto à metodologia consolidada na literatura para a detecção da presença de peróxido de hidrogênio na câmara pulpar, nos testes com peróxido de hidrogênio 35%. O tempo necessário para que o peróxido de hidrogênio chegasse à câmara pulpar diminuiu a cada aplicação e a penetração do peróxido de hidrogênio aumentou a permeabilidade dos tecidos duros dentais.

There are many methods used to analyze the permeation of hydrogen peroxide through the tooth structure, but they cannot determine the exact moment when the peroxide begins to reach detectable concentrations within the pulp chamber. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the feasibility of an experimental model of electrochemical analysis for detection and measurement of the concentration of hydrogen peroxide from products used in bleaching and evaluate the kinetics of diffusion of these peroxides through dental hard tissues. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We used 45 bovine permanent mandibular incisors, whose preparation involved removing the lingual coronary hard tissues keeping intact the vestibular enamel and dentin. All teeth were fixed in acrylic resin with the aid of elastomeric matrix square and organized according to the tests: 1: electrochemical analysis and 2: spectrophotometric analysis. For tests were used based bleaching hydrogen peroxide (HP) and carbamide peroxide (CP) and their respective placebos (PHP and PCP). Three cronoamperograms and three voltammograms were performed for each sample. We used the same cell to the spectrophotometric test, thus allowing comparison of methodologies. RESULTS: The analysis showed the 1st electrochemical permeation HP average of 1688.50 seconds when compared to 857.70s and 457.70s of the 2nd and 3rd permeations respectively.

Thus we observe that the 1st permeation is approximately double and quadruple sequential values of the 2nd and the 3rd permeations. Not detected early permeation for CP, PHP and PCP. For Group HP there is a ratio of molecules increasing concentrations of hydrogen peroxide detected in three permeations respectively. However, the growth between the 1st and 2nd permeation is understated when compared to 3rd permeation, where there has been a greater concentration of molecules of hydrogen peroxide. In the CP group were observed averages of 2.96 E-02A in the 1st permeation, 3.11 E-05 A in the 2nd permeation and 1.37 E-04 A in 3rd permeation, no difference between 1st and 3rd permeation (p = 0.00472) . However, there were no differences between the other groups (p> 0.05). When compared the electrochemical and spectrophotometric methods, hydrogen peroxide (HP) showed no significant difference between the analysis (p = 0.0826), yet the carbamide peroxide showed differences between the two analyzes (p = 0.0093). CONCLUSIONS: The electrochemical method is as effective as the consolidated methodology in the literature to detect the presence of hydrogen peroxide in the pulp chamber, in the tests with hydrogen peroxide 35%. The time required for the hydrogen peroxide to reach the pulp chamber decreased to each application and the penetration of hydrogen peroxide increased the permeability of dental hard tissues.

In situ effect of dentifrices associated to CO2 laser in the permeability of eroded root dentin.

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate, through a crossover 2×2 in situ trial, the effect of a desensitizing dentifrice associated with CO2 laser irradiation to control the permeability of eroded root dentin. BACKGROUND DATA: Facing the increased prevalence of erosive lesion and the need for preventive means to control painful symptoms related to them. METHODS: Eighty slabs of bovine root dentin were subjected to initial erosive challenge (citric acid 0.3%, 2 h), followed by a remineralizing period in artificial saliva (24 h). Specimens were then divided according to dentin treatment: desensitizing dentifrice, desensitizing dentifrice+CO2 laser, fluoride anticavity dentifrice. and fluoride anticavity dentifrice+CO2 laser. After a 2-day lead-in period, 10 volunteers wore an intraoral palatal appliance containing four root dentin slabs, in two phases of 5 days each. During the intraoral phase, one side of the appliance was immersed in 0.3% citric acid, and the opposite side was immersed in deionized water, four times a day. One hour after the immersions, all specimens were brushed with dentifrice slurry provided by the researcher. After a 7-day washout period, volunteers were crossed over on the different dentifrice group. Each phase having been completed, the specimens were evaluated for permeability through an optical microscope. RESULTS: Data were analyzed using ANOVA and no significant difference (p=0.272) was found between the surface treatments performed on bovine root dentin. CONCLUSIONS: It can be concluded that fluoride anticavity or desensitizing dentifrice, regardless of the association with the CO2 laser irradiation, was able to control the permeability of eroded root dentin.

Variabilidad morfológica clínica del sistema de conductos de la raíz mesial de los primeros molares mandibulares: análisis de 150 casos / Morphological-clinical variability of the duct system of the mesial root of the mandibular first molars. Analysis of 150 cases

Introducción: El conocimiento de la complejidad del espacio radicular es esencial para el éxito del tratamiento endodóncico. La raíz mesial del primer molar inferior presenta como variante anatómica la existencia de un istmo entre los conductos mesiovestibular y mesiolingual que puede pasar desapercibido o que puede ser trabajado como un conducto suplementario. Objetivo. Clasificar y mostrar el aspecto in vivo de las diferentes morfologías que puede presentar la raíz mesial del primer molar mandibular desde el punto de vista clínico y radiográfico, teniendo presente la permeabilidad del istmo. Material y método. Muestra de 150 primeros molares mandibulares fueron catalogados según los siguientes parámetros: exploración visual de la cámara y aspectos radiográficos durante el tratamiento endodóncico. Resultados. El 82% de los casos evidenció la presencia de dos conductos sin istmo canalizable, aunque visible(istmo rudimentario) en el 40% de los caos. El resto de la muestra (18%) presentó un istmo canalizable (tener conducto) siendo clasificados según el punto de su permeabilización en: lingual (6,7%), vestibular (6%), intermedio (4%) y más de un punto de permeabilidad (1,3%). Conclusiones. La identificación visual de un surco que relaciona los conductos mesiovestibular y mesiolingula obliga al clínico a buscar un espacio por el que permeabilizar, limpiar y obturar el istmo como si de un tercer conducto se tratara. La canalización del istmo se comprueba en la radiografía de conductometría y no en la radiografía final, ya que la superposición del material de obturación hace que no se evidencie frecuentemente la presencia de los tres conductos (AU)

Introduction. The knowledge about the complex anatomy of the radicular space is essential for the success of the endodontic treatment. The mesial root of the permanent mandibular first molar shows isthmus between the mesiobuccal and mesiolingual canals, with different morphologies, that can go unnoticed. Objective. Sort and show in vivo the clinical appearance of different morphologies that may have mesial root of the permanent mandibular first molar in radiographic images and photographs taken during the root canal treatment, taking into account the permeability of the isthmus. Material and methods. 150 mandibular first molar were classified according to visual exploration of the chamber and radiographic images during endodontic treatment. Results. The 82% of total showed the presence of two canals without isthmus channeling, but visible (rudimentary isthmus) in 40% of cases. The rest of the sample (18%) had as isthmus ducted (third canal) being classified according to the permeabilization point: lingual (6,7%), buccal (6%), intermediate (4%) and permeability of more than one point (1,3%). Conclusions. Visual identification of a path that links the mesiobuccal and mesiolingual canals obliges the practitioner to look for a space in order to get patency, cleaning, shaping and filing the isthmus as if it were at third canal. Cahnneling the isthmus is usually found in the working length radiograph and not on the final radiograph as the superposition of the filling material does not often show evidence of the presence of three canals (AU)

Análise química do precipitado formado na reação entre hipoclorito de sódio e digluconato de clorexidina / Chemical analysis of the precipitate formed by mixing sodium hypochlorite and chlorhexidine digluconate

O digluconato de clorexidina reage com o hipoclorito de sódio formando um precipitado, que segundo a literatura, é composto por para-cloroanilina (PCA), ou por para-clorofenil uréia (PCU) e para-clorofenilguanidil-1,6-diguanidil-hexano (PCGH). Este estudo visou analisar quimicamente os produtos formados e a presença de PCA no precipitado. Para isso, foi realizada a reação de 50 mL de solução de hipoclorito de sódio a 5% (NaOCl) e de 50 mL de solução de digluconato de clorexidina a 2% (CLX) em proporções iguais (1:1). O precipitado foi separado do sobrenadante e desidratado. A CLX pura, uma amostra do precipitado puro e outra amostra de precipitado com adição de PCA foram diluídas em dimetilsulfóxido deuterado e analisados em ressonância magnética nuclear 1D 1H (RMN) para verificar, por comparação, a presença da PCA no precipitado e para obtenção dos deslocamentos químicos dos produtos presentes no precipitado. Outra amostra do precipitado, de solução de CLX e de PCA foram separadas em cromatografia líquida de alta eficiência e analisadas em espectrômetro de massa (HPLC-ESI-MS) para identificação dos pesos moleculares dos compostos. A comparação do espectro do precipitado puro e do espectro do precipitado com adição de PCA permitiu analisar que o dubleto presente na região dos compostos aromáticos, referente à PCA, não está presente no espectro do precipitado puro demonstrando que não há PCA no precipitado. A análise do espectro de RMN do precipitado puro sugere que há formação de compostos com um e dois anéis aromáticos. Os espectros de massa permitem sugerir que há quebra da molécula de CLX, pelo hipoclorito de sódio, em sítios específicos (grupo biguanidil) que resultam na formação de fragmentos da molécula de clorexidina que se reorganizam formando oligômeros, ou seja, moléculas em que algumas unidades se repetem e, uma vez formadas, são estáveis e insolúveis em água. É possível concluir que no precipitado não há presença de PCA, sugerindo-se que haja PCGH e outros compostos com pesos moleculares maiores que o da clorexidina, denominados, neste estudo, C3, C4, C5, C6 e C7.

The reaction between chlorhexidine digluconate and sodium hypochlorite result in a precipitate, which according to the literature, is composed of para-chloroaniline (PCA), or para-chlorophenylurea (PCU) and para-chlorophenylguanidyl-1,6- diguanidyl-hexane (PCGH). The purpose of this study was to determine the chemical composition, the relative molecular weight of the compounds and whether PCA is formed in the precipitate. A 2% chlorhexidine digluconate solution was mixed in a 1:1 ratio with 5% NaOCl solution producing the precipitate. It was centrifuged, separed from the supernatant and dried. Pure CHX, the precipitate, as well as a mixture of precipitate and pure PCA were dissolved in deuterated dimetilsulfoxide and then analyzed using one-dimensional 1H nuclear magnetic resonance (MNR) to determine whether PCA was formed and to obtain precipitates chemical shifts. Other precipitate, CHX digluconate solution and PCA samples were analized using high performance liquid chromatography - electrospray ionization - mass spectrometry (HPLC-ESI-MS). Comparing the spectrum of the precipitate alone and precipitate with PCA allow to identify that PCA doublet peaks are not present in the spectrum of the precipitate alone, demonstrating that there are no PCA in the precipitate. NMR spectrum of the precipitate alone suggests that there is compounds with one and two aromatic rings. Mass spectra suggests that breaks in chlorhexidine molecule on specific sites (biguanidil groups), by sodium hypochlorite, results in fragments that forms oligomers molecules in wich some units are repeated and, once formed, are stable and insoluble in water. On the basis of this study, there is no PCA in the precipitate and suggesting that there may be other compounds like PCGH and others compounds, all of which are bigger in size than CHX, called, in this study, C3, C4, C5, C6 and C7.

Permeabilidade dos sistemas adesivos simplificados e incompatibilidade com cimentos resinosos / Simplified adhesive systems permeability and incompatibility with resin cements

O objetivo desta revisão de literatura foi estudar a permeabilidade dos sistemas adesivos simplificados e sua incompatibilidade com as resinas de polimerização química ou dual (cimentos resinosos). O estudo discute artigos relacionados às reações químicas adversas entre os monômeros ácidos dos adesivos simplificados, principalmente os convencionais de dois passos e os autocondicionantes de um passo, e as aminas terciárias básicas das resinas de polimerização química ou dual (cimentos resinosos); relaciona outros fatores que contribuem na incompatibilidade entre esses materiais, como: permeabilidade, acidez desses sistemas adesivos e durabilidade da interface dentina/adesivo. O uso de coiniciadores químicos e aplicações de camadas extras de resina hidrofóbica foram sugeridos como alternativas para reduzir a incompatibilidade entre esses materaisi. A maioria dos estudos compartilha com a conclusão de que os adesivos convencionais de dois passos e os autocondicionantes de um passo não devem ser utilizados juntamente com cimentos resinosos de presa química ou dual e, especificamente, os autocondicionantes de um passo ainda devem ser utilizados, devido à alta permeabilidade desses adesivos, que irá prejudicar a durabilidade da interface dentina/adesivo.

The aim of this review was to study the permeability of simplified adhesive systems and their incompatibility with the chemical or dual resin polymerization (resin cements). The study discusses articles related to adverse chemical reactions between the acidic monomers of simplified adhesives, especially the conventional two-step and the self-etching all in one adhesives, and the basic tertiary amine resins for chemical or dual polymerization (resin cements). This study lists other factors that contribute to the incompatibility between these materials: permeability, acidity of these adhesives and durability of the dentin/adhesive interface. The use of chemical co-initiators and applications of extra layers of hydrophobic resin were suggested as alternatives to reduce the incompatibility between these materials. Most studies shares the conclusion that the conventional two-step and self-etching all in one adhesives should not be used with chemical or dual resin cements, and, specifically the all in one adhesives should be used with caution even associated to light cured resins due to the high permeability of these adhesives, which will impair the durability of the dentin/adhesive interface.

Avaliação da permeabilidade dentária de dentes submetidos à reintervenção endodôntica quando obturados com diferentes cimentos / Evaluation of the permeability of dental teeth underwent reintervention when filled with different endodontic cements

O presente estudo avaliou ex vivo a permeabilidade das paredes dentinárias de canais radiculares, após a remoção de três diferentes associações de materiais obturadores. Para tanto, 36 pré-molares uni-radiculares extraídos, com comprimento e aspectos anatômicos semelhantes, tiveram a cirurgia de acesso à câmara pulpar realizada, preparo do canal radicular até instrumentos ProTaper F4 e obturação com uma das seguintes associações de materiais: G1 - guta-percha e cimento Fill Canal (n=10); G2 - guta-percha e cimento AH-Plus (n=10); G3 - Resilon e cimento Epiphany (n=10). Seis espécimes tiveram seus canais preparados mas não foram obturados para fins de controle positivo. Após 24 horas em estufa, os canais foram desobturados, com instrumentos rotatórios NRT para retratamento, limas do tipo K #40 e solvente de óleo de casca de laranja. Terminada a desobturação, os espécimes foram impermeabilizados e submetidos ao teste de impregnação de azul de metileno 1% por 24 horas. Os dentes foram então lavados em água corrente por 24 horas, tiveram sua coroas amputadas e as raízes seccionadas horizontalmente em fatias de 1mm. Uma secção de cada terço radicular foi selecionada e fotografada, e o percentual de dentina corada em cada secção foi calculada por meio de um software de análise gráfica. Os resultados demonstraram diferença significativa entre os grupos experimentais e o grupo controle (p<0,05), contudo, não houve diferença estatística entre os grupos experimentais (p>0,05). Concluiu-se assim que o tipo de material obturador utilizado não influencia na permeabilidade dentinária após sua remoção

The purpose of this study was to evaluate ex vivo the permeability of root canal dentin walls after the removal of three different combinations of filling materials. To this end, 36 extracted human single-rooted premolars, with similar length and anatomy, had surgery access to the pulp chamber, root canal preparation was performed to F4 ProTaper instruments and filling with one of the following associations of filling materials: G1 - gutta-percha and Fill Canal cement (n = 10); G2 - gutta-percha and AH Plus cement (n = 10); G3 - Resilon cones and Epiphany cement (n = 10). Six specimens were prepared but its canals were not filled for positive control. After 24 hours at 37 ° C, the canals were desobturated, making use of NRT rotary instruments , # 40 K-type files and orange oil based solvent. After the removal of the filling material, specimens were sealed and tested for impregnation of dye in 1% methylene blue for 24 hours in the absence of vacuum. The teeth were then washed in running water for 24 hours, had their crowns amputated and the roots sectioned horizontally into 1 mm slices. For each root third , one section was selected and photographed, the images were stored on computer and the percentage of stained dentin in each section was calculated using a graphical analysis software. The results showed a statistically significant difference between experimental groups and control group (p <0.05). However, there was no statistical difference between experimental groups (p> 0.05). Thus, it was concluded that the type of filling material does not influence dentin permeability after its removal

Análise quantitativa e qualitativa da condutividade hidráulica da dentina após tratamento com diferentes agentes dessensibilizantes: estudo in vitro / Quantitative and qualitative analysis of the dentin hydraulic conductance after treatment with different desensitizing agents: in vitro study

O tratamento das lesões cervicais não cariosas hipersensíveis com agentes dessensibilizantes pode ser uma opção prática e eficaz devido, principalmente, à capacidade desses produtos de obliterarem os túbulos dentinários expostos. Portanto, o objetivo deste estudo foi analisar, in vitro, o efeito quantitativo e qualitativo de cinco agentes dessensibilizantes em relação ao seu potencial de obstrução dos túbulos dentinários. Para a análise quantitativa, foram utilizados testes de condutividade hidráulica da dentina em diferentes condições experimentais. Os ensaios foram realizados na seguinte sequência experimental: na presença de smear layer (PMin); após condicionamento com ácido fosfórico a 37%, por 15 segundos (PMax); após a aplicação dos agentes dessensibilizantes e após o desafio com ácido cítrico a 6%, por um minuto. Para isso, foram selecionados 50 terceiros molares humanos hígidos não irrompidos, a partir dos quais foram confeccionados discos de dentina com espessura de 0,80 ± 1,00 mm e divididos em 5 grupos (n=10) de acordo com os diferentes agentes dessensibilizantes: Grupo 1 (Sensiactive); Grupo 2 (Sensitive Pro-Alívio); Grupo 3 (Flúor gel);Grupo 4 (Desensibilize Nano-P); e Grupo 5 (Enamel Pro@ Varnish). As medidas de condutividade hidráulica dentinária (Lp) foram analisadas através do teste ANOVA a dois critérios (p<0,05) para se determinar as diferenças intra e intergrupos. As diferenças individuais foram determinadas pelo teste Tukey, também a um nível de significância de 5%. Já a análise qualitativa foi realizada através da observação de imagens feitas através do microscópio confocal a laser (MCL). Nesse caso, foram selecionados 18 terceiros molares humanos hígidos não irrompidos, sendo que a preparação e armazenamento dos discos para as condições experimentais seguiram os mesmos passos descritos para os experimentos de condutividade hidráulica. Os espécimes foram divididos em 6 grupos, n=3, conforme os materiais experimentais estudados, e os...

The treatment of hypersensitive non carious cervical lesions with desensitizing agents may be a practical and effective alternative, mainly due to the ability of these products to obliterate the exposed dentinal tubules. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate, in vitro, the quantitative and qualitative effect of five desensitizing agents in relation to their ability to obstruct dentinal tubules. The quantitative analysis was based on dentin hydraulic conductance tests achieved under different experimental conditions. The tests were performed in the following experimental sequence: in the presence of smear layer (PMin); after a 15-second acid etching (37% phosphoric acid- PMax); after the application of the desensitizing agents; and after a 1-minute acid challenge (6% citric acid). Fifty sound not erupted extracted human third molars were randomly selected and, from them, 0.08±1.00 mm-thickness dentine discs were obtained for distribution into 5 groups (n=10), according to the different desensitizing agents: Group 1 (Sensiactive); Group 2 (Sensitive Pro-Relief); Group 3 (Fluoride gel); Group 4 (Desensibilize Nano-P) and Group 5 (Enamel Pro@ Varnish). Dentin hydraulic conductance measures (Lp) were analyzed by two-way ANOVA (p<0.05) to determine intra and intergroup differences. Individual differences were determined by Tukey test, also at a significance level of 5%. The qualitative analysis was performed by observing images obtained from specimens via laser scanning confocal microscopy (LSCM). Here, 18 sound not erupted extracted human third molars were randomly selected and specimens preparation and storage for each experimental condition followed the same steps described for the experiments regarding dentin hydraulic conductance tests. Specimens were divided into 6 groups (n=3), according to studied materials, and each dentin disc was dimidiate to allow performing of the two phases of the experiment on the same disk. A group of...