The effectiveness of EDTA 17% as a cleaning solution for the fiber post space after filling with cements

Aim: To evaluate the resistance of the union between a glass fiber post and radicular dentine after cleaning the root with 17% EDTA and filling with different endodontic cements. Methods: Forty uniradicular bovine incisors were removed to obtain root lengths of 18 mm. Endodontic treatment was performed on all roots using different filling cements (zinc oxide and eugenol-based, OZE; cement based on epoxy resin, AH) and cleaning solutions (saline, SA or EDTA), which made it possible to obtain four groups: OZESA, OZEEDTA, AHSA and AHEDTA. Subsequently, 12 mm of filling material was removed from the roots, and they were prepared to receive fiber posts luted with resin cement. To execute the mechanical cycles (2x106 cycles, 90 N, 4 Hz), coronal reconstruction was performed with a silicon matrix. The roots were then sliced (2-mm thick) to perform the push-out test. The results were analyzed using analysis of variance (one factor and two factors) and Tukey's test (α=0,05). Results: Bond strength (Mpa) was significantly higher for OZEEDTA (9,18) and AHEDTA (8,70) than for OZESA (6,06) AHSA (8,7). OZEEDTA also presented the highest values in the cervical region (15,18) but was significantly lower in the apical region (2,99). However, AHEDTA had a homogeneous bond strength in all thirds. Conclusion: Regardless of the endodontic cement used, EDTA was used as an irrigating solution, culminating in a higher bond strength between the glass fiber post and dentin

Pinos de fibra de vidro ­ aspectos gerais, propriedades e considerações biomecânicas ­ uma revisão de literatura / Fiberglass posts ­ general aspects, properties, and biomechanical considerations ­ a literature review

Introdução: A dentística a cada dia demonstra grandes avanços nas técnicas e materiais, sendo eles aplicados de forma a preservar a estrutura dentária. Neste sentido, os pinos de fibra de vidro (PFVs) se destacam como uma alternativa de pinos intrarradiculares para a reabilitação de dentes endodonticamente tratados com perdas estruturais superiores a 50%. Objetivo: Realizar uma revisão de literatura sobre os pinos de fibra de vidro enfatizando seus aspectos gerais, propriedades e considerações biomecânicas. Materiais e métodos: Realizou-se uma revisão bibliográfica de estudos publicados nos últimos 21 anos (2000-2021), por meio de busca nas bases de dados: PubMED/MEDLINE, SciELO (Scientific Eletronic Library) e Google Acadêmico. Para a pesquisa, foram utilizados os seguintes descritores: Dente não Vital (Tooth, Nonvital), Pinos Dentários (Dental Pins) e Técnica para Retentor Intrarradicular (Post and Core Technique). Após criteriosa filtragem, foram selecionados 30 trabalhos para inclusão no estudo, além de 10 livros considerados relevan-tes para esta revisão. Resultado:Os PFVs demonstram excelentes propriedades estéticas, facilidade de execução da técnica e baixo custo, biocompatibilidade com tecidos dentais e perirradiculares, além de características biomecânicas vantajosas, o que resulta na trans-missão de menos tensão para a estrutura dentária, diminuindo a probabilidade de fratu-ras. Conclusão: As inúmeras vantagens e o excelente comportamento biomecânico desses pinos explicam seu destaque frente aos demais retentores intrarradiculares, sendo esses, quando bem indicados, a primeira opção para a reabilitação de dentes tratados endodonti-camente com extensas perdas coronárias.

Introduction: Every day, dentistry demonstrates great advances in techniques and materials applied to preserve the tooth structure. In this sense, fiberglass posts (FGPs) attract attention as an alternative to intraradicular posts for the rehabilitation of endodontically treated teeth with structural losses greater than 50%. Objective: Review the literature on aesthetic fiberglass posts, emphasizing their general aspects, properties, and biomechanical considerations. Material and Methods: A literature review of studies published in the last 21 years (2000-2021) through a search on the databases: PubMED / Medline, Scielo (Scientific Electronic Library), and Google Academic. The following descriptors were used: Tooth, Nonvital, Dental Pins, and Post and Core Technique. After careful filtering, 30 articles were selected for inclusion in the study, in addition to 10 books considered relevant to this review. Results: The FGPs demonstrate excellent aesthetic properties, eas-iness of execution and low cost, biocompatibility with dental and periradicular tissues, in addition to advantageous biomechanical characteristics, which result in the transmission of less stress to the tooth structure, reducing the probability of fractures. Conclusion: The numerous advantages and excellent biomechanical behavior of these pins explain their prominence concerning other intraradicular retainers, which, when properly indicated, are the first option for the rehabilitation of endodontically treated teeth with extensive coronary loss. Keywords: Tooth, Nonvital. Dental Pins. Post and Core Technique.

Success Rate of Contemporary Regenerative Endodontic Therapy and the Expected Outcomes of the Endodontic Microsurgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

ABSTRACT Objective: To examine the level of the accumulating success of the modern Resin-Based Endodontic Surgery (RES) and comparison with Endodontic Microsurgery (EMS) and finally offer a replacement at the predicted final results of EMS. Material and Methods: MEDLINE, PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, ISI, Google Scholar have been utilized as electronic databases for systematic literature until 2019. Therefore, Endnote X9, which can be provided in the market, has been applied to manage the electronic titles. Searches have been made with keywords "Endodontic Microsurgery OR EMS", "Resin-Based Endodontic Surgery OR RES", "Regenerative Endodontic Therapy", "Root-End Filling", "Root-End Surgery", "Periapical Surgery" and "Endodontics". Thus, this systematic review has been conducted concerningthe basic investigation of the PRISMA Statement-Preferred Reporting Items designed for the Meta-analyses and Systematic Reviews. Results: A total of RES =19 and EMS =31 with potential pertinent abstracts and topics were discovered in manual and electronic searches. Then, three articles for RES and four studies for EMS publications satisfied our inclusion criteria necessary for systematically reviewing the studies. The analysis showed the success rate for EMS as equal to 1.16 times the probability of the success rate for RES. Conclusion: Micro-surgical procedures superiorly achieved the predictable high success rate for the Root-end surgery compared to conventional methods.

Clinical performance of whitening on devitalized teeth: a retrospective observational study / Desempenho clínico do clareamento em dentes desvitalizados: estudo observacional retrospectivo

Objective: This retrospective observational study evaluated the clinical performance of intracoronal whitening and correlated the main factors that interfere with its stability and patient satisfaction. Material and Methods: The paper was designed following the STROBE statement. Patients from the Institute of Science and Technology - ICT/UNESP database who underwent nonvital tooth whitening from August 2010 to July 2015 were selected. Data collection was performed by researching the institution records, patients interview, clinical and radiographic examination. Data were analyzed using MannWhitney test and Spearman's correlation (p < 0.05). Results: The initial search on 1275 records resulted in 43 patients, of whom 18 were selected according to eligibility criteria. There was positive correlation only between the degree of patient's satisfaction and the perception of color difference after whitening treatment (p < 0.05). Color relapse was observed in all conditions, independently of the period of followup (p > 0.05). There was no case of external cervical root resorption. Conclusion: Color changes after whitening influenced patient's satisfaction. There was no correlation among the color relapse and height of gutta-percha, return interval or cause of darkening (AU)

Objetivo: Este estudo observacional retrospectivo avaliou o desempenho clínico do clareamento interno e correlacionou os principais fatores que interferem em sua estabilidade e satisfação do paciente. Material e Métodos: O artigo foi elaborado seguindo o STROBE. Pacientes do banco de dados do Instituto de Ciência e Tecnologia ­ ICT/UNESP que foram submetidos ao clareamento dental em dentes desvitalizados entre agosto de 2010 e julho de 2015 foram selecionados. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de pesquisa em prontuários da instituição, entrevista com os pacientes, exames clínico e radiográfico. Os dados foram analisados usando o teste de Mann-Whitney e correlação de Spearman (p < 0,05). Resultados: A pesquisa inicial em 1275 registros resultou em 43 pacientes, dos quais 18 foram selecionados de acordo com os critérios de elegibilidade. Houve correlação positiva apenas entre o grau de satisfação do paciente e a percepção da diferença de cor após o tratamento clareador (p < 0,05). A recidiva da cor foi observada em todas as condições, independentemente do tempo de acompanhamento (p > 0,05). Não houve nenhum caso de reabsorção cervical externa. Conclusão: As mudanças de cor após o clareamento influenciaram a satisfação do paciente. Não houve correlação entre a recidiva da cor e a altura do guta-percha, o intervalo de retorno ou a causa do escurecimento. (AU)

Effect of Glass Fiber Post Diameter on Fracture Resistance of Endodontically Treated Teeth

Abstract Objective: To determine the fracture resistance of endodontically treated teeth restored with three different diameters of glass fiber posts and metal-ceramic crowns. Material and Methods: Thirty human maxillary canines were selected and subjected to root canal therapy. The teeth were randomly divided into three groups of glass fiber posts with 1.4 mm diameter (Group I), 1.6 mm diameter (Group II), and 2.0 mm diameter (Group III). The teeth were restored with metal-ceramic crowns and subjected to the compressive load applied at 45º angle to the longitudinal axis until fracture. The mode of failure was determined. Data were analyzed using ANOVA, followed by Tukey's post hoc multiple comparisons test (p<0.05). Results: The mean fracture resistance of groups I, II and III was 574 ± 91.2 N, 617 ± 85.21 N and 467 ± 99.43 N, respectively. No significant difference was noted between groups I and II, while the fracture resistance was significantly different between groups I and III (p<0.05) and groups II and III (p<0.05). No case of post fracture alone occurred in any group. Conclusion: The diameter of glass fiber posts can affect the fracture resistance of teeth. Based on the results, increasing the diameter of the post up to 1.6 mm may increase the fracture resistance of root, although excessive diameters are not recommended.

Effect of Different Fiber Reinforcement Strategies on the Fracture Strength of Composite Resin Restored Endodontically Treated Premolars

Objective: To compare the effect of three different fiber reinforcement strategies on the fracture strength of composite resin restored endodontically treated premolars. Material and Methods: Seventy-two sound human premolars extracted for orthodontic reasons were divided into 6 groups (n=12) after endodontic treatment. Group 1: intact teeth (positive control); Group 2: endodontically treated teeth without restoration (negative control); Group 3: composite resin restoration; Group 4: placement of fibers at occlusal position; Group 5: splinting the buccal and palatal walls with horizontal fiber posts; Group 6: placement of fibers at the occlusal position after splinting the buccal and palatal walls with horizontal fiber posts. Then fracture strength was measured at a crosshead speed of 0.5 mm/min in a universal testing machine. Data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA and post hoc Tukey tests at α=0.05. Results: There were significant differences between the negative and positive control groups (p<0.001) and between the negative control group and all the other study groups (p<0.001). However, there were no statistically significant differences between the positive control group and all the experimental groups and between the experimental groups (p>0.05). Conclusion: Fiber insertion had no additional reinforcing effect on the fracture strength following composite resin restoration.

Procedimentos de regeneração pulpar: avaliação longitudinal imune / Procedimentos de regeneração pulpar: avaliação imune / Pulpar regeneration procedures: Longitudinal imune assessment

O tratamento endodôntico em dentes com desenvolvimento radicular incompleto está relacionado a algumas dificuldades e limitações. Entretanto, apesar das dificuldades técnicas, a alta susceptibilidade à fratura de dentes com rizogênese incompleta representa o fator chave para a busca de novas modalidades terapêuticas. Adicionalmente, as deficiências estéticas e funcionais apresentadas pelas terapias reabilitadoras após a perda de um elemento dentário permanente em um paciente jovem, também são fatores importantes e estimuladores. Assim, fica evidente a necessidade de pesquisas que disponibilizem novas opções terapêuticas conservadoras, com resultados previsíveis. O estudo objetivou investigar a resposta imunoinflamatória de dentes submetidos a diferentes protocolos descritos na literatura para se executar a terapia endodôntica regeneradora. Para isso, a expressão de moléculas inflamatórias e fatores de crescimento/diferenciação celular expressos nos tecidos pulpares foram analisados em diferentes intervalos de tempo, utilizando-se um modelo murino desenvolvido para a presente pesquisa. 54 Camundongos Balb/C tiveram as câmaras pulpares de seus molares superiores abertas e, subsequentemente submetidas à pulpectomia. Os animais foram então divididos em 3 grupos: grupo Sangramento (Blood) ­ preenchimento do espaço pulpar com coágulo sanguíneo; grupo EDTA + Sangramento (EDTA + Blood) ­ irrigação dos canais com solução de EDTA a 17% por 1 min, seguido do preenchimento do espaço pulpar com coágulo sanguíneo; grupo Vazio (Empty) ­ espaço pulpar deixado vazio. Cada grupo foi composto por 18 animais. De cada grupo, 6 animais foram sacrificados nos intervalos de 7, 14 e 21 dias após os experimentos. Utilizando-se a análise da reação em cadeia da polimerase em tempo real (Real Time PCR) avaliou-se a expressão gênica das citocinas IL-1, TNF-ß, IL-10 e dos fatores de crescimento/diferenciação NGF, IGF e VEGF, comparando-se tais achados inter e extra-grupos, nos diferentes períodos de avaliação. Os resultados demonstraram as maiores expressões dos mediadores pró-inflamatórios no grupo Empty, assim como uma maior expressão de mediadores anti-inflamatórios no grupo experimental preenchido com o coágulo sanguíneo. O grupo EDTA + Blood evidenciou a maior expressão gênica de fatores de crescimento/diferenciação, em todos os períodos analisados, quando comparado aos demais grupos. Pode-se concluir que a irrigação com solução de EDTA a 17%, previamente ao preenchimento dos sistemas de canais radiculares (SCR) com o scaffold (coágulo sanguíneo), estimulou a expressão aumentada de mediadores relacionados ao sucesso da terapia endodôntica regenerativa. Adicionalmente, o modelo animal desenvolvido para a pesquisa mostrou-se eficaz para se analisar longitudinalmente a modulação imune que se processa nos tecidos pulpoperirradiculares após a instituição da terapia.(AU)

Endodontic treatment in teeth with incomplete root development is related to some difficulties and limitations. However, despite the technical difficulties, the high susceptibility to fracture of teeth with incomplete rhizogenesis represents the key factor for the search for new therapeutic modalities. Additionally, the aesthetic and functional deficits presented by rehabilitation therapies after the loss of a permanent dental element in a young patient are also important and stimulating factors. Thus, it is evident the need for research that offers new conservative therapeutic options, with predictable results. Aimed to investigate the immunoinflammatory response of teeth submitted to different protocols described in the literature to perform the regenerative endodontic therapy. For this, the expression of inflammatory molecules and cell growth/differentiation factors expressed in pulpal tissues were analyzed at different time intervals using a murine model developed for the present study. 54 Balb/C mice had the pulp chambers of their upper molars opened and subsequently submitted to pulpectomy (one tooth per animal). The animals were then divided into 3 groups: Bleeding group - filling of the pulp space with blood clot; EDTA + Bleeding group (EDTA + Blood) - irrigation of the channels with 17% EDTA solution for 1 min, followed by filling of the pulp space with blood clot; Empty - pulp space left empty (negative control). Each group consisted of 18 animals. From each group, 6 animals were sacrificed at 7, 14 and 21 day intervals after the experiments. Using real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), the cytokines IL-1, TNF-ß, IL-10 and the growth/differentiation factors NGF, IGF and VEGF, comparing such inter and extra group findings in the different evaluation periods. The results showed the highest expressions of the pro-inflammatory mediators in the Empty group, as well as a greater expression of anti-inflammatory mediators in the Experimental group filled with the blood clot. The EDTA + Blood group evidenced the greater gene expression of growth / differentiation factors, in all periods analyzed, when compared to the other groups. It can be concluded that irrigation with 17% EDTA solution, prior to filling the root canals system with the scaffold (blood clot), stimulated the increased expression of detrimental mediators for the success of regenerative endodontic therapy. Additionally, the animal model developed for the research proved to be effective in longitudinally analyzing the immune modulation that occurs in octopus-periradicular tissues after the institution of therapy.(AU)

Advantages and disadvantages of endocrown restorations of endodontically treated teeth with large coronal destruction / 中华口腔医学杂志

The strength of endodontically treated teeth were reduced apparently because of structural damage, therefore further reduction of healthy tissue should be avoided as much as possible in restoration. Endocrown made by chair-side CAD/CAM is some kind of minimal invasive restoration, and the retention of restoration is achieved by reliable bonding and macromechanial retention forces. Without post preparation, the root structure could be resevered. Following the indications and use of biomechanical dentin-like CAD/CAM materials could reduce the adverse effect of tensile stress on cervical part.

In vitro methods to evaluate the mechanical behavior of teeth restored with post and core: a structured review

To critically assess in vitro methods used to evaluate the mechanical behavior of endodontically treated teeth restored with intra-radicular posts and cores. Literature review: a literature search of in vitro studies was conducted in PubMed database using the search terms: ("endodontic*" OR "intracanal post") AND ("fracture" OR "resistance" OR "load" OR "strength"). A filter for publication date was set to return studies from the last five years (from October 2010 to October 2015). The research strategy resulted in 1,556 studies. After the analysis of the eligibility criteria, 92 articles were included in a descriptive analysis. Human upper central incisors were used most frequently. The natural mobility of teeth was simulated using an artificial periodontal ligament in 66.7% of the studies. In 32.2% of the studies, the load to fracture was applied directly to the core. Thermocycling was performed in 27.2% of the studies. Cyclic loading was used in 38% of the studies. Final considerations: periodontal ligament simulation, thermocycling and cyclic loads are some methods that have been employed to approximate laboratory studies to the clinical conditions that teeth restored intra-radicular posts and cores are submitted. Novel test methodologies, such as step-test and staircase approach, have been used to evaluate the fatigue behavior of this systems. However, it is important do highlight that, considering the context in which most of the included studies were performed, the extrapolation of the results to the clinical practice should be made carefully

Fracture Resistance of Endodontically Treated Teeth Restored with Different Types of Intracanal Posts

Objective: To evaluate the fracture resistance of endodontically treated teeth restored with different types of intracanal posts. Material and Methods: Sixty human upper central incisors (n = 60) were divided according to the performance of different protocols for restoration with intracanal posts. Groups without endodontic treatment (NT) and with endodontic treatment (TR) without placement of intracanal posts, served as controls. The experimental groups received endodontic treatment and were restored with: fiberglass post with composite resin filling core (PFV-NP); carbon fiber post with composite resin filling core (PFC-NP); nickel-chromium metal cast and core posts (NiCr); or copper-aluminum metal cast and core posts (CuAl). The specimens were then tested to determine the maximum fracture resistance and the failure types of fracture (infra-crestal and supra-crestal). Data were analyzed by one-way ANOVA and Tukey test (α<0.05). Results: Increased fracture resistance was observed for NT group (p<0.05). Within endodontically treated teeth groups, NiCr showed higher resistance to fracture, differing statistically from groups FV+NP and FC+NP (p<0.05). Higher frequency of infra-crestal fractures was observed in NT and TR groups. Conclusion: The installation of nickel-chromium intracanal cast and core posts contributed to higher fracture resistance and lower risk of fractures difficult to repair.

Clinical performance and failure modes of pulpless teeth restored with posts: a systematic review

Abstract The aim of this systematic review was to compare the clinical performance and failure modes of teeth restored with intra-radicular retainers. A search was performed on PubMed/Medline, Central and ClinicalTrials databases for randomized clinical trials comparing clinical behavior and failures of at least two types of retainers. From 341 detected papers, 16 were selected for full-text analysis, of which 9 met the eligibility criteria. A manual search added 2 more studies, totalizing 11 studies that were included in this review. Evaluated retainers were fiber (prefabricated and customized) and metal (prefabricated and cast) posts, and follow-up ranged from 6 months to 10 years. Most studies showed good clinical behavior for evaluated intra-radicular retainers. Reported survival rates varied from 71 to 100% for fiber posts and 50 to 97.1% for metal posts. Studies found no difference in the survival among different metal posts and most studies found no difference between fiber and metal posts. Two studies also showed that remaining dentine height, number of walls and ferrule increased the longevity of the restored teeth. Failures of fiber posts were mainly due to post loss of retention, while metal post failures were mostly related to root fracture, post fracture and crown and/or post loss of retention. In conclusion, metal and fiber posts present similar clinical behavior at short to medium term follow-up. Remaining dental structure and ferrule increase the survival of restored pulpless teeth. Studies with longer follow-up are needed.

Survival rates against fracture of endodontically treated posterior teeth restored with full-coverage crowns or resin composite restorations: a systematic review

This systematic review aims to summarize the current clinical studies that investigated survival rates against fracture of endodontically treated posterior teeth restored with crowns or resin composite restorations. Literature search were performed using keywords. Publications from 1980 to 2016 were searched in PubMed, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, MEDLINE, and SCOPUS. Included studies were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Three clinical studies were included: 1 randomized controlled trial and 1 prospective and 1 retrospective cohort studies. Pooled survival rates ranged from 94%–100% and 91.9%–100% for crowns and resin composite, respectively. The majority of teeth had no more than 3 surface loss of tooth structure. The studies included were heterogeneous, and were not appropriate for further meta-analysis. Current evidence suggested that the survival rates against the fracture of endodontically treated posterior teeth restored with crowns or resin composites were not significantly different in the teeth with minimum to moderate loss of tooth structure.

Coroa total em resina composta direta: relato de dois casos clínicos / Direct composite resin total crown: two case reports

Dentes com grande destruição coronária submetidos a tratamento endodôntico devem ser reconstruídos por meio da inserção de um pino intrarradicular, com finalidade de se obter retenção para o material restaurador e melhor distribuição de forças sobre o remanescente dental. A reconstrução coronária desses elementos dentais pode ser realizada com técnicas restauradoras indiretas ou diretas. A evolução das técnicas operatórias e das propriedades físicas, mecânicas e estéticas das resinas compostas tem ampliado suas indicações clínicas, e, quando associadas a pinos intracanais cimentáveis, têm permitido avanços nas reconstruções dentárias. Muitas situações clínicas, que tradicionalmente apresentavam soluções protéticas, hoje podem ser resolvidas através de restaurações diretas com resina composta. Este trabalho apresenta dois casos clínicos onde se realizaram alternativas viáveis de reabilitação de dentes com grande destruição coronária utilizando reconstruções totais diretas com uma resina composta micro-híbrida como material de eleição, associada à utilização de um pino de fibra de vidro e um pino metálico pré-fabricado. Em ambos os casos, foram realizadas as cimentações dos pinos intracanais com cimento ionomérico modificado por resina, seguindo o protocolo tradicional para desobturação dos canais radiculares. Associada ao pino de fibra de vidro foi utilizada a técnica da matriz de silicona como meio para reconstruir a coroa dental, enquanto que junto ao pino metálico lançou-se mão da matriz de Ableh. Concluiu-se que as técnicas descritas constituem procedimentos alternativos, de baixo custo e rápida elaboração, conseguindo suprir as necessidades dos pacientes, demostrando ser uma boa opção para reabilitação de grandes destruições coronárias

Endodontic treated teeth with large coronal destruction need be restored by inserting an intracanalpost in order to obtain retention for the restorative material and a better mastigatory stress distribution along the tooth. Subsequently, dental techniques of direct or indirect restorations may be used. The constant evolution of the physical, mechanical and aesthetic properties of composite resins has expanded its clinical indications and adhesive cemented posts have enabled advances in dental reconstructions. Many clinical situations, which in the recent past had only prosthetic solution, can now be build-up with composite resin direct restorations. This paper presents two case reports where were performed viable alternatives for restoring teeth with major coronal destruction through direct total crown reconstruction, with a micro-hybrid composite resin associated with glass fiber post and prefabricated metal post. Both cases were carried out with adhesive cementation of the post, using a resin modified glass ionomer cement. Associated with the glass fiber post, a silicona matrix technique was used as a mean to reconstruct the tooth crown, while with the metallic post it was used the Ableh matrix. It was concluded that techniques described in this work are alternative low cost and fast procedures, which could meet the needs of patients, being a good option for rehabilitation of dental coronary destruction

Endocrown: a conservative approach / Endocrown: uma abordagem conservadora

The purpose of this clinical case description article was to present the planning sequence, indication, treatment and performance to obtain a crown of the Endocrown type. This clinical case description article illustrates a therapeutic option for functional and esthetic rehabilitation of a devitalized mandibular molar, presenting a small amount of remaining coronal tooth structure, by means of cementing a pure porcelain crown of the Endocrowntype (Adhesive Endodontic Crown). A 39-year-oldwoman presented to the Graduate clinic of the Bauru Dental School (FOB), University of São Paulo (USP),with the complaint that tooth #36 had an extensive and unsatisfactory composite resin restoration. The lithium disilicate-based system of monolithic porcelain was used with the lost wax technique. This therapy promoted the stability and retention of the indirect restoration, without the need for performing reconstruction of the above mentioned tooth, either by means of a cast metal core or reconstruction with intracanal post, there by reducing the treatment time. After the tooth preparation, the provisional restoration was done with acrylic resin to determine if the retention and stability of the remaining tooth was adequate to receive the indirect. The characteristics of the internal and external walls of the dental remnants, cervical termination, impression-taking, laboratory stages and adhesive cementation will be discussed. The major advantage of indicating an endocrown is the use of the dental remnants it self, particularly the pulp chamber, to promote retention and stability in cases without adequate height for performing complete dental and crown reconstruction...

O objetivo deste artigo de descrição de caso clínico foi apresentar a sequência de planejamento, indicação, tratamento e execução de uma coroa do tipo Endocrown (Coroa Endodôntica Adesiva).Este artigo ilustra uma opção terapêutica para reabilitação funcional e estética de um molar inferior desvitalizado, apresentando uma pequena quantidade de remanescente coronário, por meio da cimentação de uma coroa pura de porcelana do tipo Endocrown. Uma mulher de 39 anos de idade, apresentou-se à clínica de Pós-Graduação da Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru (FOB) da Universidade de São Paulo(USP), com a queixa de uma extensa e insatisfatória restauração de resina composta no dente 36. O sistema monolítico de porcelana à base de dissilicato de lítio foi utilizado com a técnica da cera perdida.Esta técnica promoveu a estabilidade e a retenção da restauração indireta, sem a necessidade de realizara reconstrução do dente 36, quer por meio de um núcleo metálico fundido ou reconstrução com pino intra canal, reduzindo assim o tempo de tratamento.Após o preparo do dente, realizou-se a restauração provisória com resina acrílica e verificou-se se a retenção e estabilidade do remanescente dentário era adequada para receber a restauração do tipo Endocrown. As características das paredes internas e externas do preparo do remanescente dentário,término cervical, moldagem, etapas laboratoriais e de cimentação são discutidas. A principal vantagem da indicação de uma coroa do tipo Endocrown é a utilização do próprio remanescente dentário,particularmente a câmara pulpar, para promover a retenção e estabilidade em casos onde não haja altura adequada para a reconstrução coronária...

Relato de caso clínico e de técnica de clareamento interno para dentes extremamente escurecidos / Internal bleaching technique for extremely discolored teeth: case report

O clareamento dentário a cada dia tem ficado mais conhecido pela população em geral e, consequentemente, tem sido cada vez mais executado nos consultórios dentários. Com maior estudo das substâncias clareadoras e a evolução dos métodos de clareamento, aplicou-se uma técnica para clareamento de dentes desvitalizados escurecidos. Um planejamento do caso e um protocolo rigoroso da técnica se fazem necessários para que se evitem problemas futuros, como a reabsorção cervical. Esse artigo tem por objetivo relatar um caso clínico em que se realiza o clareamento de dentes desvitalizados extremamente escurecido através de uma técnica de clareamento interno...

Tooth bleaching has been widely known for most people and therefore has been increasingly used in dental offices. With a deeper understanding of the bleaching substances and the development of bleaching techniques, applied to a technique for whitening discolored teeth devitalized. Case planning and rigorous technical protocol are necessary to avoid future problems, such as cervical resorption. This article aims to report a case of bleaching an extremely darkened devitalized tooth through the use of internal bleaching technique...

Clareamento interno/externo para dentes desvitalizados / Inside/Outside bleaching of nonvital teeth

A alteração de cor dos dentes isolados pode impactar negativamente na autoestima dos indivíduos, portanto é necessária a seleção de um tratamento adequado para a resolução de cada caso. Este caso clínico objetivou demonstrar o tratamento de um dente isolado com descoloração dental mediante clareamento dental do tipo interno/externo. O procedimento consistiu na realização do tratamento clareador do tipo interno/externo no dente escurecido e tratamento clareador caseiro nos demais dentes. O resultado apresentou-se satisfatório, especialmente pelo fato de ser uma opção de tratamento conservadora, efetiva e de custo-benefício favorável, a qual permite que opções menos conservadoras, como coroas e facetas, possam ser realizadas futuramente, caso houver necessidade.

Single discolored tooth can impact negatively the self-esteem of the individual, therefore selecting the most appropriate treatment for the resolution of each case is necessary. The aim of this case report was to demonstrate the treatment of a single discolored tooth, through the inside/ouside bleaching technique. Treatment planning consisted in internal/external bleaching of the single discolored tooth and home bleaching technique of the other teeth. A satisfactory result was obtained, in addition to being a conservative, effective and cost-effective treatment option. This allows for less conservative options, such as crowns and veneers, to be performed in the future, if necessary.

Coroa adesiva endodôntica: opção restauradora para dentes desvitalizados / Endocrown: a restoration option for devitalized teeth

A restauração de dentes molares e pré-molares tratados endodonticamente, com pouco remanescente coronário, geralmente é realizada por meio de técnicas que demandam intervenções nos condutos radiculares. O presente artigo apresenta uma opção de técnica restauradora indireta para dentes posteriores desvitalizados, com remanescentes fragilizados, sem que haja necessidade de intervenções em nível radicular e com resultados estético e funcional satisfatórios. A técnica, conhecida como Coroa Endocrown ou Coroa Adesiva Endodôntica, será apresentada e discutida neste artigo, por meio de um caso clínico

The restoration of molars and premolars devitalized with remnants is usually performed by techniques that require interventions in root canals. This article intends to introduce a form of indirect restorative technique for posterior teeth with devitalized remnants weakened by a Endocrown, without the need for interventions at a root, with rapid deployment and satisfactory functional and aesthetic results. This technique is presented and discussed in this article by means of a clinical case

Preference for using posts to restore endodontically treated teeth: findings from a survey with dentists

The aim of this study was to evaluate if clinical experience, whether in relation to length of practice time and/or level of specialization influences the dentist’s preference for using posts to restore endodontically treated teeth. A cross sectional study was carried out using a questionnaire with dentists (n = 276) in Pelotas, southern Brazil. Data were collected regarding clinical experience, post-graduate training, and variables related to restorations (posts/cements and use of rubber dam) for endodontically treated teeth. The data were submitted to a descriptive analysis and associations were tested. The response rate was 68%. Cast metal posts (24.53%), glass fiber posts (20.75%) and resin cement (66.67%) were the most commonly selected materials. In relation to rubber dams, 93.05% of the dentists were found not use them to lute posts. There was a significant association between the level of training of post-graduate dentists and the type of post used (p = 0.027), in that dentists without post-graduate training used cast metal posts more frequently, whereas dentists with post-graduate training reported glass fiber posts as their first choice. The results of the study showed that dentists preferred cast metal posts, glass fiber posts and resin cement. Continuing education influenced the decision of the dentists on their choice of dental posts.

Análisis comparativo de la remoción de la dentina / Comparative Analysis of Dentin Removal by two Endodontic Techniques

Fundamento: una adecuada preparación de los conductos radiculares dentales es esencial para garantizar el éxito del tratamiento endodóntico y el de los procedimientos restauradores subsecuentes. Objetivo: comparar dos técnicas de instrumentación endodónticas cuantificando cuál de ellas remueve menos cantidad de dentina. Método: la muestra estuvo constituida por 30 molares mandibulares extraídos y almacenados en cloramina T al 12 %. El grupo uno (n=15) se trató con una técnica manual rotatoria en la que se utilizaron fresas Gates-Glidden, mientras que el grupo dos (n=15) se instrumentó con una técnica rotatoria mediante limas Pro-Taper. Después de la instrumentación radicular en los dos grupos experimentales, se realizaron mediciones en la porción cervical, media y apical de cada uno de los conductos distales. Las radiografías periapicales de evaluación se procesaron con el programa Adobe Photoshop. Para el análisis estadístico se utilizó una prueba t no pareada. Resultados: para el grupo uno las mediciones cervicales, medias y apicales fueron 0,48 mm, 0,27 mm y 0,21 mm respectivamente, mientras que para el grupo dos fueron 0,69 mm, 0,31 mm y 0,24 mm respectivamente. Sólo se encontraron diferencias estadísticamente significativas en la porción cervical de los dos grupos; se observó menor desgaste dentinal en el grupo 1 (p= 0.01). Conclusiones: se encontró una mayor remoción de dentina cervical radicular en los conductos tratados con limas Pro-Taper.

ABSTRACT Background: one of the most important aspects in treating dental root canals is the mechanical root canal preparation. Objective: to compare two techniques for quantifying endodontic instrumentation, searching which one removes the least amount of dentin. Methods: the sample consisted of 30 mandible molars extracted and stored in chloramines T to 12%. The group 1 (n = 15) was treated with a manual rotary technique using Gates-Glidden drills while group 2 (n = 15) was instrumented with a rotational technique using Pro-Taper files. Following instrumentation root in the two experimental groups was measured in the cervical portion, and apical half of each distal canal. The evaluation of periapical radiographs was processed with Adobe Photoshop. The statistical analysis used unpaired t test. Results: for the group 1 the measurements cervical, middle and apical were 0.48 mm, 0.27 mm and 0.21 mm, respectively, while for the group 2 were 0.69 mm, 0.31 mm and 0.24 mm, respectively. Only statistically significant differences in the cervical portion of the two groups were showed, viewing less wear dentin in group 1 (p = 0.01). Conclusions: higher cervical root dentin removal in canals treated with Pro-Taper files was observed.

Determination of cellular debris in endodontically treated teeth: a pilot study / Determinación de restos celulares en dientes endodonciados: estudio piloto

Previous studies indicate that dental tissues are a source of mitochondrial DNA that could be useful for human identification. The main cell in the pulpo-dentin complex is the odontoblast, whose cellular body is located on the border between the pulp and dentin and continues through cell processes. In endodontically treated teeth, pulp tissue is removed, assuming the complete elimination of cellular content and the inner third of dentin. Facing the possibility of finding teeth that were treated endodontically as the only source available for a forensic analysis, is that the objective of this study is to determine the presence of cellular debris in the dentin of teeth with root canal treatment. Twenty teeth roots obtained from 8 single and multi-rooted teeth were treated endodontically, with conventional manual technique. The samples were processed by conventional histological analysis (H&E). In root canals endodontic cement remnants and cylinder-cubic structures resembled odontoblastic bodies were observed, but without certainty to establish its presence. This research concludes that it is not possible to determine presence of cellular debris in endodontically treated teeth using the described technique...

Estudios previos indican que los tejidos dentales son fuente de DNA mitocondrial útiles para la identificación humana. La principal célula del complejo pulpo-dentinario es el odontoblasto, cuyo cuerpo celular ubicado en el límite entre la pulpa y la dentina se continúa por prolongaciones celulares. En dientes tratados endodónticamente se extrae el tejido pulpar, presumiendo la completa eliminación del contenido celular y el tercio interno de la dentina. Frente a la posibilidad de encontrar dientes que fueron tratados endodónticamente como única fuente disponible para análisis forense, es que el objetivo de este estudio es determinar la presencia de restos celulares en la dentina de dientes con tratamiento de canales radiculares. 20 raíces dentarias obtenidas de 8 dientes uni y multirradiculares, fueron tratadas endodónticamente con terapia manual convencional. Las muestras fueron procesadas mediante análisis histológico convencional (H&E). En los canales radiculares se observaron restos de cemento endodóntico y estructuras cilindro-cúbicas que asemejaron a cuerpos de odontoblastos, sin poder establecer con certeza su presencia. En esta investigación se concluye que no es posible determinar mediante la técnica utilizada la presencia de restos celulares en dientes tratados endodónticamente...