Root filling quality and bond strength of endodontic sealers to human and bovine dentin / Qualidade da obturação e resistência de união de cimentos endodônticos à dentina humana e bovina

Objetivo: Este estudo teve como objetivo comparar a qualidade da obturação e a resistência de união de dois cimentos endodônticos, AH Plus e Bio-C Sealer, em dentes humanos e bovinos. Métodos: Os canais radiculares de 60 dentes unirradiculares [30 humanos (H) e 30 bovinos (B)] foram preparados e obturados por condensação lateral da guta-percha e AH Plus (grupos AP-H e AP-B) ou Bio-C Sealer (grupos BC-H e BC-B). Seis fatias de 1,5 mm de espessura foram obtidas de cada raiz. Os espécimes foram observados em estereomicroscópio para avaliar a qualidade da obturação, considerando possíveis espaços vazios no material obturador. Posteriormente, as fatias radiculares foram avaliadas em termos de resistência de união por push-out e modo de falha. Os dados foram analisados pelos testes de Mann-Whitney e coeficientes de correlação de Spearman (α=5%). Resultados: A qualidade de obturação fornecida por AP e BC foi semelhante em ambos os substratos de dentina. No entanto, ao comparar dentes humanos e bovinos, os escores de espaços vazios foram maiores nas amostras bovinas, para ambos os cimentos. AP teve maior resistência de união à dentina humana e bovina do que BC. No entanto, não houve diferença significativa na resistência de união entre os substratos dentinários, para ambos os cimentos testados. Além disso, houve uma correlação positiva e moderada entre os valores de resistência de união de dentes humanos e bovinos. O modo de falha misto foi o mais prevalente. Conclusão: AP e BC fornecem qualidade de obturação semelhante, mas o primeiro apresenta maiores valores de resistência de união à dentina humana e bovina. A utilização de dentes bovinos como substitutos de amostras humanas parece ser adequada em estudos relacionados à resistência de união, mas não naqueles que testam a qualidade da obturação endodôntica.(AU)

Objective: This study aimed to compare the filling quality and bond strength of two endodontic sealers, AH Plus and Bio-C Sealer, in human and bovine teeth. Methods: The root canals of 60 [30 human (H) and 30 bovine (B)] single-rooted teeth were prepared and filled by lateral condensation of gutta-percha and AH Plus (groups AP-H and AP-B) or Bio-C Sealer (groups BC-H and BC-B). Six 1.5-mm-thick slices were obtained from each root. The specimens were observed under a stereomicroscope to assess filling quality, considering possible voids within the filling material. Subsequently, root slices were evaluated in terms of push-out bond strength and failure mode. Data were analyzed by Mann-Whitney tests and Spearman correlation coefficients (α=5%). Results: The filling quality provided by AP and BC was similar in both dentin substrates. However, when comparing human and bovine teeth, void scores were greater in the bovine samples, for both sealers. AP had higher bond strength to human and bovine dentin than BC. However, there was no significant difference in bond strength between dentin substrates, for both sealers tested. Also, there was a positive and moderate correlation between the bond strength values of human and bovine teeth. The mixed failure mode was the most prevalent. Conclusion: AP and BC provide similar filling quality, but the first presents higher bond strength values to human and bovine dentin. The use of bovine teeth as substitutes for human samples seems adequate in studies related to bond strength, but not in those testing root canal filling quality.(AU)

A dentição do idoso e as implicações alimentares / The dentition of the elderly and the food implications / La dentición de los ancianos y las implicaciones alimentarias

O envelhecimento acarreta mudanças em todos os aspectos da vida, sendo caracterizado por uma modificação nas funções sociais, mentais e corporais. No Sistema Estomatoglossognático, é possível observar alterações significativas, começando pela fase preparatória da deglutição e da função de mastigação, decorrente da perda dos dentes, a qual é responsável pela trituração do alimento, formação do bolo alimentar e perda do tônus dos músculos que são responsáveis pelos movimentos mastigatórios. Esta pesquisa observou como as alterações dentárias em idosos podem repercutir na sua alimentação. Foi realizado um estudo observacional transversal, com amostra de 33 idosos frequentadores da Igreja Evangélica Assembleia de Deus em Alagoas, no município de Coqueiro Seco. Foi feita aplicação de um instrumento de coleta, o qual possuía perguntas baseadas no MBGR e na escala EAT-10. Os resultados mostraram que há um grande número de idosos que fazem uso de prótese dentária, refletindo na execução da função mastigatória, escolha da consistência alimentar e aspectos socioemocionais. As próteses dentárias, quando bem adaptadas, podem gerar um ganho significativo ao paciente, permitindo uma alimentação que não interfere na sua postura social, nem em suas questões emocionais. (AU)

Aging causes changes in all aspects of life, being characterized by a change in social, mental and bodily functions. In the Stomatoglossognathic System, it is possible to observe significant changes, starting with the preparatory phase of swallowing and the chewing function, resulting from the loss of teeth; which is responsible for crushing food, formation of food bolus and loss of muscle tone that are responsible for masticatory movements. This research observed how dental changes in the elderly can affect their diet. A cross-sectional observational study was carried out, with a sample of 33 elderly people attending the Evangelical Assembly of God Church in Alagoas, in the municipality of Coqueiro Seco. A collection instrument was applied, which had questions based on the MBGR and the EAT-10 scale. The results showed that there is a large number of elderly people who use dental prosthesis, reflecting on the performance of masticatory function, choice of food consistency and socio-emotional aspects. Dental prostheses, when well adapted, can generate a significant gain for the patient, allowing a diet that does not interfere with their social posture, nor with their emotional issues. (AU)

El envejecimiento provoca cambios en todos los aspectos de la vida, caracterizándose por un cambio en las funciones sociales, mentales y corporales. En el Sistema Estomatoglosognático, es posible observar cambios significativos, a partir de la fase preparatoria de la deglución y de la función masticatoria, resultantes de la pérdida de dientes; que se encarga de triturar los alimentos, formación de bolos alimenticios y pérdida de tono muscular que son responsables de los movimientos masticatorios. Esta investigación observó cómo las alteraciones dentales en los adultos mayores pueden afectar su alimentación. Se realizó un estudio observacional transversal, con una muestra de 33 ancianos asistentes a la Iglesia Evangélica Asamblea de Dios de Alagoas, en el municipio de Coqueiro Seco. Se aplicó un instrumento de recolección, el cual contó con preguntas basadas en el MBGR y la escala EAT-10. Los resultados mostraron que existe un gran número de ancianos que utilizan prótesis dental, reflexionando sobre el desempeño de la función masticatoria, elección de la consistencia de los alimentos y aspectos socioemocionales. Las prótesis dentales, bien adaptadas, pueden generar una ganancia importante para el paciente, permitiendo una alimentación que no interfiere con su postura social, ni con sus problemas emocionales. (AU)

O reparo pode aumentar a sobrevida de restaurações que apresentam falhas quando comparado com a substituição em ambas as dentições? Revisão Sistemática e Meta-Análise / Can repair increase the survival of failed restorations when compared with replacement in both dentitions? Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

O objetivo desta revisão sistemática foi coletar e comparar os dados de sobrevida após o reparo e substituição para restaurações com falhas em dentes decíduos e permanentes. As buscas foram realizadas em dez/2020 e atualizado em abr/2022 de forma sistemática nas bases de dados PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, OpenSigle e ProQuest. Dois revisores independentes calibrados (kappa=0,87) avaliados como critérios de inclusão: (1) estudos de reparo e substituição, (2) dados de sucesso, longevidade ou sobrevivência, (3) ensaios clínicos controlados aleatoriamente; e para os critérios de exclusão (1) perda para acompanhamento superior a 30%, (2) acompanhamento inferior a 12 meses, (3) dentes anteriores. A ferramenta RoB 2 foi utilizada para avaliar o risco de viés, enquanto que a certeza da evidência foi medida por meio da ferramenta GRADE. Foi identificado 4.070 publicações potencialmente relevantes, entretanto apenas três estudos apresentaram todos os critérios para elegibilidade e foram incluídos na análise qualitativa. Nenhum estudo reportou a taxa de sucesso das intervenções na dentição decídua. Foi coletado um tempo padrão de acompanhamento entre os estudos, e a taxa de sobrevivência agregada foi de 99% após três anos. Não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa entre as abordagens e nenhuma heterogeneidade entre os estudos foi apontada. Todos os estudos incluídos apresentaram alto risco de viés, além de que a certeza da evidência para a medida do desfecho sucesso foi muito baixa. É importante ressaltar que devido à longevidade similar de ambas as técnicas, é fortemente recomendado realizar a técnica de reparo para restaurações que apresentam falha, uma vez que esta técnica está associada à odontologia de intervenção mínima. Mais estudos clínicos bem delineados são necessários para aumentar a certeza da evidência. Registro do RS: Esta revisão sistemática foi registrada na plataforma Prospero (CRD42021238063)

Evidence-practice gap in treatment decisions about defective composite and amalgam restorations among Brazilian dentists

Better understanding of dentists' decision-making about defective restorations is needed to close the evidence-practice gap (EPG). This study aimed to quantify the EPG about defective restorations and identify dentist factors associated with this EPG. Methods: 216 dentists from São Paulo State, Brazil, completed a questionnaire about three clinical case scenarios involving defective composite restorations with cementum-dentin margins (case 1) and enamel margins (case 2), and an amalgam (case 3) restoration. Dentists were asked what treatment, if any, they would recommend, including preventive treatment, polishing, re-surfacing, or repairing the restoration, or replacing the entire restoration. Replacing the entire restoration in any of these three scenarios was classified as inconsistent with the evidence, comprising an EPG. Bivariate analyses using Chi-square, ANOVA, or multiple comparison tests were performed (p<.05). Results: for defective composite restorations, 49% and 55% of dentists chose to replace the entire restoration for cases 1 and 2, respectively. Twenty-nine percent of dentists chose to replace the entire amalgam restoration. Dentists were significantly more likely to choose to replace the defective amalgam restoration than the composite restoration with a defect at the cementum-dentin margins or the enamel margins (both at p < .001). Female dentists were more likely to choose a conservative treatment than male dentists for cases 1 (p=.034) and 2 (p=.009). Dentists with a higher percentage of patients interested in individualized caries prevention were also more conservative in case 1 (p=.045). Conclusion: a substantial EPG regarding treatment decisions for defective restorations exists, especially for composite restorations. This study adds to the international evidence that an EPG exists in this clinical area and that global strategies need to be developed to close the gap

Restaurações endocrown em pré-molares: influência das paredes remanescentes da estrutura dentária e materiais restauradores na resistência à fadiga / Endocrown restorations in premolars: influence of remaining axial walls of tooth structure and restorative materials on fatigue resistance

Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar o efeito da estrutura dentária remanescente e dois materiais diferentes de restauração CAD/CAM no desempenho à fadiga e no modo de falha de pré-molares tratados endodonticamente restaurados por endocrowns. Um total de 90 pré-molares superiores foram tratados endodonticamente e divididos aleatoriamente de acordo com o número de paredes axiais remanescentes, e os materiais restauradores foram divididos em 6 grupos (n = 15); quatro paredes restantes restauradas com zircônia ultratranslúcida 5Y-PSZ (grupo Fo-Z) e dissilicato de lítio (grupo Fo-L), três paredes restantes restauradas com 5Y-PSZ (grupo Th-Z) e dissilicato de lítio (grupo Th-L) e duas paredes restantes restauradas com 5YPSZ (grupo Tw-Z) e dissilicato de lítio (Tw-L). As restaurações foram cimentadas adesivamente e os espécimes foram submetidos a cargas de fadiga gradual em seu longo eixo (carga inicial: 200 N, frequência: 20 Hz). Uma carga incremental de 100 N por 10.000 ciclos foi aplicada com um pistão metálico de Ø 6 mm até a falha. A carga de falha por fadiga (FFL) e o número de ciclos de falha (CFF) no momento da falha foram registrados e analisados estatisticamente por ANOVA 2 fatores e teste de Kaplan-Meier (α = 0,05). Os espécimes fraturados foram examinados em estereomicroscópio em 8× e 25× e os modos de falha foram determinados como reparáveis ou catastróficos. FFL e CFF foram significativamente influenciados pelo material restaurador (p < 0,05). As restaurações de 5Y-PSZ apresentaram FFL (Fo-Z = 1487 N, Tw-Z = 1427 N, Tw-Z = 1533 N) e probabilidade de sobrevivência significativamente maiores quando comparadas com dissilicato de lítio (Fo-L = 1060 N, Th-L = 940 N, TwL = 1000 N). O número de paredes remanescentes não afetou o comportamento de fadiga ou modo de falha dos corpos de prova. Das restaurações de dissilicato de lítio, 51% tiveram falhas reparáveis, enquanto 95% das restaurações de zircônia ultratranslúcida 5Y-ZP tiveram falhas catastróficas. Endocrowns de zircônia apresentaram melhor desempenho em fadiga do que endocrowns de dissilicato de lítio, independentemente do número de paredes remanescentes do eixo. Endocrowns de pré-molares de dissilicato de lítio e 5Y-PSZ apresentaram maior FFL do que as cargas mastigatórias normais (AU)

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the remaining tooth structure and two different CAD/CAM restoration materials on the fatigue performance and failure mode of endodontically treated premolars restored with endocrowns. A total of 90 maxillary premolars were endodontically treated and divided randomly according to the number of remaining axial walls, and the restorative materials were divided into 6 groups (n = 15); four remaining walls restored with ultratranslucent zirconia 5Y-PSZ (group Fo-Z) and lithium disilicate (group Fo-L), three remaining walls restored with 5Y-PSZ (group Th-Z) and lithium disilicate (Group Th-L), and two remaining walls restored with 5Y-PSZ (group Tw-Z) and lithium disilicate (Tw-L). The restorations were cemented adhesively and the specimens were subjected to stepwise fatigue loading along the long axis (initial load: 200 N, frequency: 20 Hz). An incremental step load of 100 N per 10,000 cycles was applied with a Ø6-mm metallic piston until failure. The fatigue failure load (FFL) and number of failure cycles (CFF) at the time of failure were recorded and statistically analyzed with two-way ANOVA and the Kaplan-Meier test (α = 0.05). Fractured specimens were examined under a stereomicroscope at 8× and 25× and failure modes determined as reparable or catastrophic. FFL and CFF were significantly influenced by restorative material (p < 0.05). 5Y-PSZ endocrowns showed significantly higher FFL (Fo-Z = 1487 N, Th-Z = 1427 N, Tw-Z = 1533 N) and survival probability when compared with lithium disilicate (Fo-L = 1060 N, Th-L = 940 N, Tw-L = 1000 N). The number of remaining walls did not affect the fatigue behavior or failure mode of the specimens. Of the lithium disilicate restorations, 51% had repairable failures, while 95% of ultratranslucent zirconia 5Y-ZP restorations had catastrophic failures. Zirconia endocrowns showed better fatigue performance than lithium disilicate endocrowns, regardless of the number of remaining axis walls. Lithium disilicate and 5Y-PSZ premolar endocrowns showed higher FFL than the normal masticatory loads (AU)

Clinical efficacy of simple taper retentive implants in immediate posterior dental implantation for 5-7 years / 华西口腔医学杂志

OBJECTIVES@#This study aimed to evaluate the long-term clinical efficacy of simple taper retentive implants in the posterior dental area after immediate implantation for 5-7 years.@*METHODS@#Selected from January 2015 to December 2017 in the Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University dental clinic line tooth area immediately after the implant prosthesis, a total of 38 patients, 53 implants, were deep into (bone under 2 mm or higher) and the upper structure was repaired. In addition, after the completion of tracking observation of 60-90 months, the implant surrounding bone health was recorded and analyzed.@*RESULTS@#After 5-7 years of follow-up, 1 of the 53 implants failed to fall out, and the implant retention rate was 98.1%. The amount of bone resorption in the proximal and distal margins 5-7 years after implant restoration was (0.16±0.94) mm and (-0.01±1.29) mm, respectively, and the difference in bone height between the proximal and distal margins of the implant and the immediate post-restoration period was not statistically significant (P>0.05). No statistically significant differences were found in the effects of periodontitis, implant site inflammation, and smoking on peri-implant marginal bone resorption (P>0.05).@*CONCLUSIONS@#The single taper-retained implant broadens the indications for immediate implant placement in the posterior region, and its deep sub-osseous placement (≥2 mm below the bone) avoids to a certain extent the disturbance of the implant by external stimuli and the exposure of the cervical abutment of the implant, with the good long-term stability of the marginal bone around the implant.

Influence of abutment angulation on implant failure in immediately placed and restored implants in the esthetic zone: a randomized clinical trial

Background: Tooth extraction socket in the aesthetic area is a major indication for immediate implant placement greatly improving patient satisfaction and preserving the alveolar ridge. However, the effect of non-axial force on the peri-implant bone with subsequent early implant failure remains unclear. Objective:Evaluate the prognosis of tilted implants immediately placed and restored with angled abutments in comparison to straight implants restored with straight abutments in the esthetic area (anterior or premolars) using computer-aided surgical guides. Material and methods: Badly decayed non-restorable teeth in the aesthetic zone (anterior or premolars) were extracted atraumatically. Immediately after guided implant insertion, the abutments were adjusted and placed according to the allocation group (0, 15, or 25-degree angle) then a temporary crown was performed out of occlusion in centric and eccentric relation. Early implant failure was assessed at three and six months. Results:There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups (P=0.305). Straight and angled abutment groups showed 6 (14.3%) and 8 (20%) failed cases, respectively. The post-hoc subgroup analysis showed no statistically significant difference between angle 15 and angle 25 degree groups where (P=0.686) or between Anterior and Premolar groups (P=0.853). Conclusion: There was no statistically significant difference in the failure rate when comparing angled to straight immediately placed & restored implants. This applies to both anterior and premolar implants

Retratamientos endodónticos: una realidad que preocupa / Endodontic retreatment: a worrying reality

Las evaluaciones radiográficas de tratamientos endodón- ticos realizadas por graduados muestran un alto porcentaje de procedimientos incorrectos. Esta circunstancia lleva a la rea- lización de un elevado número de retratamientos ortógrados y retrógrados, con los inconvenientes y desventajas que conlle- va recurrir a una reintervención endodóntica. Es responsabili- dad de los profesionales, docentes y autoridades universitarias y gubernamentales revertir esta situación que afecta a la salud bucal de la sociedad. En el presente editorial se proponen di- ferentes alternativas para intentar modificar este preocupante panorama (AU)

Radiographic evaluations of endodontic treatments per- formed by graduates show a high percentage of incorrect procedures. This circumstance leads to the performance of a high number of orthograde and retrograde retreatments, with the inconveniences and disadvantages that entails resorting to an endodontic reintervention. It is the responsibility of pro- fessionals, teachers, university and government authorities to reverse this situation that affects the oral health of society. In this editorial, different alternatives are proposed to try to modify this worrying outlook (AU)

Lesiones perirradiculares asociadas a primeros molares superiores tratados endodónticamente: estudio a través de tomografías computadas / Periradicular lesions associated with endodontically treated maxillary first molars: study through computed tomography

Objetivos: Estudiar con tomografías computadas de haz cónico (CBCT) las lesiones perirradiculares de primeros molares superiores tratados endodónticamente; evaluar la lo- calización y, en los que tenían lesión en la raíz mesiovestibu- lar (MV), evaluar la frecuencia del conducto MV2. Materiales y métodos: A partir de una muestra de 179 tomografías, que incluían primeros molares superiores, se seleccionaron y analizaron aquellas en las cuales estos ha- bían recibido un tratamiento endodóntico previo, presentaban lesiones perirradiculares y conservaban una restauración co- ronaria. Las variables analizadas fueron: la localización de áreas radiolúcidas compatibles con lesiones perirradiculares de origen endodóntico y la correlación entre diferentes loca- lizaciones y la calidad del tratamiento realizado (adecuado, defectuoso o sin tratamiento). Los datos fueron analizados mediante la prueba de chi-cuadrado y la prueba de Spearman. Resultados: De las 179 CBCT que incluían primeros molares superiores, 90 reunían las condiciones requeridas. La frecuencia de las lesiones perirradiculares fue significativa- mente mayor en la raíz MV al compararla con las raíces disto- vestibular y palatina (p<0,05). El conducto MV1 presentó un tratamiento adecuado en todos los casos. El conducto MV2 recibió un tratamiento adecuado en 4 casos (4,44%), defec- tuoso en 4 casos (4,44%) y no tratado en 82 casos (91,1%); con una diferencia estadísticamente significativa (p<0,05). Conclusiones: En la muestra analizada, la localización de lesiones perirradiculares postratamiento endodóntico en primeros molares superiores se encontró con mayor frecuencia asociada a la raíz mesiovestibular, donde en la mayoría de los casos el con- ducto MB2 no fue tratado o presentó un tratamiento defectuoso (AU)

Aim: To study with cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) the periradicular lesions of maxillary first molars with endodontical treatment; to evaluate its localization and, in those with a mesiobuccal root (MB) injury, assess the fre- quency of the MB2 root canal. Materials and methods: From a sample of 179 tomog- raphies (CBCT) that included maxillary first molars, those in which they had received previous endodontic treatment, pre- sented periradicular lesions and had a coronary restoration were selected and analyzed. The analyzed variables were: localization of radiolucent areas compatible with periradic- ular lesions of endodontic origin and the correlation between different localizations and quality of the performed treatment (adequate, defective, or untreated). Data were analyzed by the chi-square test and the Spearman test. Results: Of the 179 CBCT that included maxillary first molars, 90 met the required conditions. The frequency of periradicular lesions was significantly higher in the MB root when compared with distobuccal and palatal roots (P<0,05). The MB1 canal presented an adequate treatment in all cas- es. The MB2 canal received adequate treatment in 4 cases (4.44%), a defective one in 4 cases (4.44%) and was untreated in 82 cases (91.1%). The differences among these frequencies were statistically significant (P<0.05). Conclusions: In the analyzed sample, the localization of periradicular lesions after endodontic treatment in maxillary first molars was associated more frequently with the mesio- buccal root in which in the majority of cases the MB2 canal was untreated or presented a defective treatment

Clinical performance of resin composite restorations placed by dental students: a retrospective, cross-sectional, and observational study

Aim: A retrospective, cross-sectional study was carried out to evaluate the performance of resin composite restorations placed by undergraduate dental students with 1 to 15 years of placement based on dental records. Methods: Four calibrated operators evaluated 498 restorations (anterior and posterior) of 120 patients according to Ryge's validated criteria (USPHS). Results: The criteria that showed the smallest changes between the types of failures were color matching, marginal discoloration and surface texture. Regarding the longevity, the surface texture showed an increase in the frequency of failures from the second time interval (3.1 to 6 years). Higher prevalence of failure was found in class II and III restorations, with secondary caries being the main reason. No significant differences were found for anatomic form, marginal adaptation, and color matching. Class V restorations showed a higher fracture rate with total displacement of the restoration, with no increase in the frequency of fracture over time. Conclusion: High rate of restoration failure was observed, possibly due to the lack of experience and skills of the students. This outcome highlight the need for continuous revision and improvements of teaching practice regarding the development of clinical competences and skills by dental students

Efecto de fuentes de polimerización sobre el sellado marginal de restauraciones de resinas de incremento único / Effect of polymerization sources on the marginal sealing of single-increment resin restorations

Introducción: Las resinas de incremento único permiten una fotoactivación de 4 a 5 mm de profundidad, reduciendo el tiempo clínico de aplicación. No obstante, se deben considerar factores como la contracción que puede afectar el sellado marginal de la restauración. Objetivo: Evaluar el efecto de tres fuentes de polimerización sobre el sellado marginal de restauraciones Clase II, realizadas con tres sistemas de resina de incremento único. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio experimental in vitro. El cálculo de la cantidad de unidades de estudio se realizó con el software EPIDAT, para lo cual se tomaron las medias de dos estudios previos. Se realizaron nueve subgrupos según el material de restauración y la fuente de polimerización. En cada diente se confeccionaron dos restauraciones Clase II, que fueron realizadas según las instrucciones del fabricante. Los dientes fueron sometidos a inmersión pasiva en azul de metileno al 1 por ciento por 24 h. Los dientes fueron seccionados mesiodistalmente. Se realizaron fotografías con una cámara Canon y un lente macro 100 mm. La filtración marginal fue medida según una escala del 0 al 4. Los datos fueron analizados con las pruebas de Kruskal-Wallis para la comparación de los grupos. Se estableció un nivel de significancia ajustado al 5 por ciento. Resultados: La resina con menor nivel de filtración fue Filtek Bulkfill, con un 53,3 por ciento correspondiente a la escala 0, mientras que la resina con una mayor filtración fue Tetric N-Ceram Bulk Fill con un 76,7 por ciento (escala 4), similar a Sonicfill (70,0 por ciento). Conclusiones: Las diferentes fuentes de polimerización no influenciaron el nivel de filtración entre los tres sistemas de resinas de incremento único. Filtek Bulkfill presentó un mejor sellado marginal al compararlo con SonicFill y Tetric N-Ceram Bulk Fill(AU)

Introduction: Single-increment resins allow a photoactivation of 4 to 5 mm deep, reducing the clinical time of application. However, factors such as shrinkage that may affect the marginal sealing of the restoration should be considered. Objective: Evaluate the effect of three polymerization sources on the marginal sealing of Class II restorations, carried out with three single-increment resin systems. Methods: An in vitro experimental study was conducted. The calculation of the number of study units was carried out with the EPIDAT software, for which the means of two previous studies were taken. Nine subgroups were made according to the restoration material and the polymerization source. Two Class II restorations were made on each tooth, which were carried out according to the manufacturer's instructions. The teeth were subjected to passive immersion in 1 percent methylene blue for 24h. The teeth were sectioned mesiodistally. Photographs were taken with a Canon camera and a 100mm macro lens. Marginal filtration was measured on a scale of 0 to 4. Data were analyzed with Kruskal-Wallis tests for group comparison. A significance level adjusted to 5 percent was established. Results: The resin with the lowest filtration level was Filtek Bulkfill, with 53.3 percent corresponding to scale 0, while the resin with the highest filtration was Tetric N-Ceram Bulk Fill with 76.7 percent (scale 4), similar to Sonicfill (70.0 percent). Conclusions: The different polymerization sources did not influence the level of filtration between the three single-increment resin systems. Filtek Bulkfill presented a better marginal seal when compared to SonicFill and Tetric N-Ceram Bulk Fill(AU)

Reparar ou substituir? quando e como intervir em restaurações defeituosas / Repair or replace? when and how to intervene in defective restorations

A alta prevalência de cárie ao redor do mundo faz com que os tratamentos restauradores figurem entre os procedimentos mais executados pelos cirurgiõesdentistas. Também é bastante comum os profissionais relatarem novas lesões de cárie ao redor das restaurações ou até mesmo fraturas parciais ou totais das mesmas, fatores que podem ser considerados como "falhas" do procedimento restaurador. Diante dessas situações, a maioria dos profissionais entende que é necessário realizar a substituição completa da restauração. No entanto, existem outras técnicas mais conservadoras e que podem ser tão efetivas quanto a substituição/troca, como por exemplo a realização de reparo das restaurações apresentando defeitos. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar de forma clara e objetiva aos clínicos que se deparam diariamente com este cenário, qual seria o melhor momento para intervir, e quais as alternativas de tratamento, baseadas na melhor evidência científica disponível, a se realizar frente às falhas dos procedimentos restauradores, sempre alinhadas com a filosofia de Mínima Intervenção.

The high prevalence of caries worldwide makes restorative treatments some of the most commonly performed dental treatments. It is pretty common to find new caries lesions around the restorations or even partial or total fractures, factors that can be considered a "failure" for the restorative procedure. In these situations, most professionals understand that it is necessary to replace the restoration, but other more conservative techniques are as effective as a replacement, such as repairing the restorations. This article aims to present a clear and evidence-based when is the best time to intervene and what is the best treatment to be carried out in case of failure of the restorative procedures, in line with Minimal Intervention principles.

Capacidad de sellado apical entre dos técnicas de obturación con instrumentos rotatorios fracturados en tercio apical / Apical sealing capacity between two obturation techniques with rotary instruments broken in third apical

Introducción: La finalidad del tratamiento de conductos es conseguir la máxima desinfección, conformación y sellado tridimensional. Objetivo: Comparar la capacidad del sellado apical entre dos técnicas de obturación en conductos mesiales de molares inferiores con limas fracturadas en tercio apical. Material y métodos: Se utilizaron 60 raíces mesiales de molares inferiores, instrumentados con Protaper Universal, se desgastó 4 milímetros la parte activa del instrumento y se fracturó intencionalmente en tercio apical. Se formaron dos grupos de 30 raíces mesiales (n = 30) cada uno y se utilizaron dos técnicas de obturación: grupo 1: condensación lateral clásica y grupo 2: Obtura II. Las muestras se sumergieron en tubos de ensayo y en su interior contenían 5 mL de tinta china, se diafanizaron y observaron con un microscopio estereoscópico (LEICA, EZ4D) a 35x para medir la penetración de tinta china dentro del conducto radicular. Resultados: Se encontró una mayor microfiltración apical con suficiente evidencia estadística en el grupo de Obtura II comparado con el grupo de condensación lateral clásica (p < 0.002). Conclusiones: Ambos grupos presentaron microfiltración apical; sin embargo, en el grupo que se utilizó el sistema de obturación termoplastificada Obtura II se detectó mayor filtración apical comparada con el grupo de condensación lateral clásica (AU)

Introduction: The purpose of root canal treatment is to achieve maximum disinfection, shaping and three-dimensional sealing. Objective: To compare the apical sealing capacity between two obturation techniques in mesial canals of mandibular molars with broken files in the apical third. Material and methods: 60 mesial roots of lower molars were used, instrumented with Protaper Universal, the active part of the instrument was worn by 4 millimeters and it was intentionally broken in the apical third. Two groups of 30 mesial roots (n = 30) each were formed and two filling techniques were used: group 1: classic lateral condensation and group 2: Obtura II. The samples were immersed in test tubes and contained 5 mL of Chinese ink inside, they were clear and observed with a stereomicroscope (LEICA, EZ4D) at 35x to measure the penetration of Chinese ink into the root canal. Results: A higher apical microfiltration with sufficient statistical evidence was found in the Obtura II group compared to the classic lateral condensation group (p < 0.002). Conclusions: Both groups presented apical microfiltration, however, in the group that used the Obtura II thermoplastic obturation system, greater apical filtration was detected compared to the classic lateral condensation group (AU)

Retratamiento y reparación de una perforación radicular. Informe clínico, radiográfico e histológico / Retreatment and healing of a case of root perforation. Clinical, radiographic and histological report

Objetivo: Describir los aspectos clínicos, radiográfi- cos e histológicos del retratamiento realizado en un segundo molar superior en el que se había producido previamente una perforación radicular durante el tratamiento original. Caso clínico: Un paciente masculino de 50 años con- currió a la consulta para realizar un retratamiento endodóntico en un segundo molar superior derecho. El examen radiográfi- co reveló la presencia de un tratamiento incompleto, un área radiolúcida periapical y una perforación radicular producida por un poste roscado insertado fuera del espacio del conducto mesio vestibular. Una vez retirado el poste, se selló la perfo- ración con Biodentine y se realizó el retratamiento. Luego de dos años, el paciente regresó a la consulta con dolor a la mas- ticación, localizado en el área correspondiente al segundo mo- lar superior derecho previamente tratado. Durante el examen clínico y radiográfico se detectó la presencia de una fractura vertical en la raíz palatina. A causa del severo compromiso radicular el molar fue extraído y derivado para su análisis his- tológico. El informe del laboratorio reveló que la perforación había sido reparada por medio de la aposición de un nuevo tejido calcificado y que el remanente periodontal adherido a la raíz se encontraba dentro de los límites normales. El presente caso clínico resalta la importancia que tiene el conocimiento cabal de la anatomía del sistema de conductos radiculares con el objeto de evitar errores de procedimiento que puedan influir negativamente en el pronóstico del tratamiento (AU)

Aim: To describe the clinical, radiographic and histo- logical aspects of the retreatment of a second upper molar in which root perforation had occurred during the original treatment. Clinical case: A 50-year old male was referred for endo- dontic retreatment of the right second maxillary molar. Radi- ographic examination revealed the presence of an incomplete root canal treatment, a radiolucent periapical area and a root perforation produced by a threaded post placed outside of the mesiobuccal root canal. After post removal, the root perfo- ration was sealed with Biodentine and the root canals were retreated. Two years later, the patient returned to the office com- plaining of severe pain during mastication, in the area of the previously retreated right second maxillary molar. Clinical and radiographic examination revealed the presence of a ver- tical fracture on the palatal root. Since this kind of root dam- age non-restorable, the tooth was extracted and submitted to histologic analysis. The laboratory report revealed that the perforation site had healed by the apposition of new calci- fied tissue, and that the remnants of periodontal tissue which persisted attached to the root were within normal limits. This clinical case highlights the importance of thorough knowl- edge of the anatomy of the root canal system in order to avoid procedural errors which may compromise the prognosis of the treatment (AU)

Factores asociados a los fracasos de las rehabilitaciones protésicas en la Facultad de Estomatología de Villa Clara en los años 2016 - 2017 / Factors associated with failures of prosthetic rehabilitation in the Dentistry Faculty of Villa Clara during 2016-2017

RESUMEN Introducción: El porcentaje de repeticiones influye directamente en la calidad de un servicio, dado que esto afecta directamente la eficiencia. Objetivo: Identificar los posibles factores que influyen en el fracaso de las rehabilitaciones en los pacientes tratados en la Facultad de Estomatología de Villa Clara, entre los años 2016 y 2017. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo, transversal en una población constituida por 694 pacientes. De estos resultaron 1112 casos. Las variables utilizadas fueron: tipo de fracaso, experiencia del licenciado, condiciones de trabajo, causas del fracaso, entre otras. Se utilizó como método la revisión documental y como instrumento, un formulario elaborado al efecto. Resultados: Se produjeron fracasos en 66 de los casos realizados (5,93%). Los principales factores influyentes fueron la experiencia del licenciado y las condiciones de trabajo; en el tipo de fracaso, los de laboratorio y entre las causas: los errores de enflascado, la falta de material, los principios biomecánicos y la relación céntrica defectuosa. Conclusiones: El índice de fracasos resultó alto, según los indicadores del Programa Nacional, aunque los casos de éxito superaron de forma notable a los fracasos.

ABSTRACT Introduction: the percentage of repetitions directly influences the quality of a service, given that this directly affects efficiency. Objective: to identify possible factors influencing the failure of rehabilitations in patients treated in the Dentistry Faculty of Villa Clara, between 2016 and 2017. Methods: a descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in a population of 694 patients. A number of 1112 cases resulted. Type of failure, experience of the graduate, working conditions, causes of failure and others were the used variables. Documentary review was used as a method and a form was used as an instrument. Results: failures occurred in 66 of the analyzed cases (5.93%). The experience of the graduate and the working conditions were the main influential factors; laboratory failures were found in the type of failure, as well as errors were found in clamping, lack of material, biomechanical principles and defective centric relation among the causes of failures. Conclusions: the failure rate was high, according to the indicators of the National Programme, although the cases of success significantly outnumbered the failures.

Los fracasos de la rehabilitación protésica versus la eficiencia de los servicios / Failures of prosthetic rehabilitation versus efficiency of services

RESUMEN La cantidad de veces que hay que repetir un proceso influye directamente en su calidad, pues la repetición de las actividades afecta la eficiencia, aumenta los gastos y la insatisfacción del paciente debido al mayor tiempo utilizado para el tratamiento. Se realizó un estudio descriptivo y transversal, para identificar factores de influencia en el fracaso de las rehabilitaciones en los pacientes dados de alta en la Facultad de Estomatología de Villa Clara, en 2016 y 2017. En el 6,05 % de los pacientes se produjeron fracasos, lo que se tradujo en 5,93 % de casos repetidos. Los principales factores que influyeron fueron: la experiencia del licenciado, las condiciones de trabajo, y los fracasos de laboratorio; entre las causas de estos fracasos predominaron: los principios biomecánicos y la relación céntrica defectuosa. El índice de fracasos resultó alto según los indicadores del Programa Nacional, aunque los casos de éxito superaron de forma notable a los fracasos.

ABSTRACT The number of times a process has to be repeated has a direct influence on its quality, as repetition of activities affects efficiency, increases costs and patient dissatisfaction due to the longer time used for treatment. A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out to identify factors influencing the failure of rehabilitations in patients discharged from the Dentistry Faculty of Villa Clara in 2016 and 2017. Failures occurred in 6.05% of the patients, resulting in 5.93% of repeated cases. The graduate experience, working conditions and laboratory failures were the main influencing factors; biomechanical principles and defective centric relation predominated among the causes of these failures. The failure rate was high according to the National Programme indicators, although the success rate significantly outweighed the failures.

Impacto del tratamiento de adultos mayores con ISRS y su relación con los tratamientos odontológicos / The impact of treating older adults with SSRI and its relationship with dental treatments

La población mayor de 60 años es el grupo etario de mayor crecimiento en el mundo. Debido a que la depresión es una patología frecuente en la persona adulta mayor y anciana, los inhibidores de la recap- tación de la serotonina (ISRS) son el tratamiento de primera línea de elección. Este trabajo referencia la asociación del consumo de estos fármacos con la disminución de la densidad ósea mineral (DMO), el riesgo de fracturas y su repercusión en la atención odontológica. Además, incluye una breve descripción de la homeostasis ósea y la relación depresión-carga alostática. El trabajo interdisciplinario y una correcta anamnesis pueden detectar posibles complicaciones y riesgos vinculados con este tipo de medicamen- tos. Ello facilitaría un mejor manejo, más aún en el adulto mayor, donde una pequeña variable puede repercutir en su integridad (AU)

The population over 60 is the fastest growing age group in the world. Depression is a frequent pathology in the elderly and the elderly, with serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) being the 1st line treatment of choice. The association of the consumption of this drug with a decrease in bone mineral density (BMD), risk of fractures and its impact on dental care are referenced in this work. In addition, it includes a brief description of bone homeostasis and the depression-allostatic load relationship. Interdisciplinary work and a correct anamnesis can detect possible complications and risks linked to this type of medication, facilitating better management and even more so in the elderly, where a small variable can affect their integrity (AU)

Influence of the FDI criteria in the restorations' evaluation and treatment decision in primary molars / Influência dos critérios da FDI na avaliação de restaurações e decisão de tratamento em molares decíduos

Objective: This study investigated the impact of FDI criteria for evaluating restorations on examiners' decision-making compared with their previous personal judgment in primary teeth. Secondly, the possible factors related to changes when using the criteria, including the examiners' experience were explored. Material and Methods: A cross-sectional study in a dental office setting was conducted selecting 27 resin composite restorations placed in primary molars in 11 children. Examinations of the restorations were performed by five undergraduate and five graduate dental students. First, the evaluations were performed based on personal judgment, and 2 weeks later, with FDI criteria. All examiners underwent training to use the FDI criteria after the first evaluation. The consensus of two benchmark examiners was considered to be the reference standard. Initially, a descriptive analysis was performed. Multiple Poisson regressions analyses were used to identify possible associated factors with outcomes - to be less or more invasive based on the FDI criteria than personal judgment. Results: The use of the FDI criteria changed the examiners' decisions in approximately 15% of the cases. Irrespective of examiners' experience, there was a trend of false results (compared to the reference examiners) when a change in the treatment decision was registered by using the FDI criteria. Examiners chose a less invasive option when assessing multi surface restorations with FDI criteria (PR=2.04, 95%CI=1.03-4.05; p=0.04). Examiners who spent more time for evaluation with FDI criteria were more invasive (PR=1.001, 95%CI=1.0001-1.002; p=0.03). Students were more invasive with the FDI criteria when examined children with higher dmf-t (PR=1.16, 95%CI=1.01-1.32; p=0.03). Conclusion: The use of the FDI criteria negatively influenced the restorations' evaluation and treatment decision in primary molars by undergraduate and graduate students.(AU)

Objetivo: Este estudo investigou o impacto dos critérios da FDI para avaliar restaurações na tomade de decisão feita pelos examinadores em comparação ao seu julgamento pessoal prévio em dentes decíduos. Secundariamente, foram explorados os possíveis fatores relacionados com mudanças causadas pelo uso dos critérios, incluindo a experiência dos examinadores. Material e Métodos: Um estudo transversal em ambiente de consultório odontológico foi conduzido selecionando 27 restaurações de resina composta realizado em molares decíduos em 11 crianças. As avaliações das restaurações foram realizadas por cinco estudantes de Graduação e cinco de Pós-graduação em Odontologia. As avaliações foram realizadas com base no julgamento pessoal e, duas semanas depois, com os critérios da FDI. Todos os examinadores foram treinados para utilizar os critérios da FDI após a primeira avaliação. O consenso de dois examinadores "padrão-ouro" foi considerado o padrão de referência. Inicialmente, uma análise descritiva foi realizada. Análises de regressão múltipla de Poisson foram utilizadas para identificar possíveis fatores associados com os desfechos ­ ser mais ou menos invasivo com o uso dos critérios da FDI em relação ao julgamento pessoal. Resultados: A utilização dos critérios do FDI alterou as decisões dos examinadores em aproximadamente 15% dos casos. Independente da experiência dos examinadores, houve uma tendência de resultados falsos (em comparação com os examinadores de referência) quando uma mudança na decisão de tratamento foi registrada usando os critérios da FDI. Os examinadores escolheram uma opção menos invasiva quando avaliaram restaurações envolvendo múltiplas superfícies com os critérios da FDI (RP = 2,04, IC 95% = 1,03-4,05; p = 0,04). Os examinadores que levaram mais tempo para avaliação das restaurações foram mais invasivos com o uso dos critérios da FDI (RP = 1,001, IC 95% = 1,0001-1,0002; p = 0,03). Os alunos foram mais invasivos com o uso dos critérios da FDI quando examinaram crianças com maior experiência de cárie (RP = 1,16, IC 95% = 1,01-1,32; p = 0,03). Conclusão: O uso dos critérios da FDI influenciou negativamente a avaliação das restaurações e decisão de tratamento em dentes decíduos realizada por estudantes de graduação e pós-graduação. (AU)

Biomechanical, operative and biological aspects of the cervical margin relocation: a case report / Aspectos biomecânicos, operatórios e biológicos da recolocação da margem cervical com resina composta em cavidades classe II com margens profundas: um relato de caso

The clinical success of tooth-colored indirect restorations has been confirmed in several studies. However, inlays and onlays restorations in Class II cavities with deep gingival margins can still be considered a clinical challenge. With the purpose of facilitating the execution of the operative procedures in intrasulcular margins and reducing the risk of restorative failures, the technique of cervical margin relocation has been explored as a noninvasive alternative to surgical crown lengthening. This work aims at discussing through a case report the biomechanical, operative and biological aspects in the treatment of teeth with deep gingival margins. Therefore, given the therapy applied in the clinical case presented, it is concluded that the cervical margin relocation with composite resin is advantageous since it eliminates the need for surgery, allowing the implementation of indirect restorations in fewer clinical sessions, not causing damage to periodontal tissues once it provided good finishing and polishing with the establishment of a correct emergence profile, allowing flawless maintenance of gingival health after one year. (AU)

Sucesso clínico das restaurações indiretas livres de metal tem sido confirmado em diversos estudos. No entanto, restaurações parciais indiretas em cavidades do tipo classe II com margens profundas ainda podem ser consideradas um desafio clínico. Com a proposta de facilitar a execução dos procedimentos operatórios em margens intra-sulculares e reduzir a ocorrência de falhas, a técnica de elevação da margem gengival em resina composta tem sido explorada como alternativa não invasiva à cirurgia de aumento de coroa clínica. Este trabalho tem a intenção de discutir através de um relato de caso clínico os aspectos biomecânicos, operatórios e biológicos no tratamento de dentes com margens cervicais profundas. Sendo assim, conclui-se que a técnica de elevação da margem gengival com resina composta é vantajosa, pois elimina a necessidade de cirurgia permitindo a execução de restaurações indiretas em menos sessões clínicas, não gerando danos aos tecidos periodontais, desde que haja um bom acabamento e polimento, com estabelecimento de um correto perfil de emergência. (AU)

Influência da férula na resistência à fratura de restaurações com utilização ou não de retentores intrarradiculares em dentes tratados endodonticamente: uma revisão da literatura / Influence of the ferrule on the fracture resistance of restorations with or without the use of intraradicular posts in endodontically treated teeth: a literature review

Objetivo: realizar uma revisão de literatura narrativa sobre a importância e a influência do efeito férula na resistência à fratura de restaurações em dentes tratados endodonticamente com utilização ou não de retentores intrarradiculares. Metodologia: Foram utilizados os seguintes descritores indexados no DeCS (Descritores em Ciências da Saúde): "Férula", Prótese Dentária", "Falha da Restauração Dentária", "Técnica de Retentor Intrarradicular" e "Pinos de Retenção Dentária" para busca nas bases de dados PubMed, Embase, Lilacs, Web of Science, Scopus e Cochrane Library. Resultados: Os dados da maioria dos estudos in vitro ou in vivo incluídos nesta revisão sugerem o uso da férula para aumento da resistência à fratura e longevidade dos dentes tratados endodonticamente. Tem sido recomendada a confecção de uma férula com altura uniforme de 2 mm e espessura superior a 1,5 mm. Conclusão: O uso de retentores radiculares foi indicado pela maioria dos trabalhos, sendo geralmente recomendados os pinos de fibra de vidro ao invés de núcleos metálicos fundidos para minimizar os riscos de fratura radicular em razão do módulo de elasticidade semelhante à dentina, além de possibilidade de retratamentos em casos de falhas adesivas. Apesar disso, ainda são necessários estudos clínicos com acompanhamento a longo prazo para avaliar a longevidade das restaurações de dentes tratados endodonticamente utilizando pinos de fibra de vidro sem ou com a presença de férula em diferentes espessuras e alturas.

Objective: This study aimed to conduct a narrative literature review on the importance and influence of the ferrule effect on the fracture resistance of restorations in endodon-tically treated teeth with or without the use of intraradicular posts. Methodology: The following descriptors indexed in the DeCS (Health Sciences Descriptors) were used: "Ferrule", Dental Prosthesis", "Dental Restoration Failure", "Post and Core Technique", and "Dental Posts", to search on the databases of PubMed, Embase, Lilacs, Web of Science, Scopus, and Cochrane Library data. Results: Data from most of the in vitro or in vivo studies included in this review suggest the use of the ferrule to increase fracture resistance and longevity of endodontically treated teeth. It has been recommended to make a ferrule with a uniform height of 2 mm and a thickness greater than 1.5 mm. Conclusion: The use of intraradicular posts was indicated by most studies, and fiberglass posts are generally recommended instead of cast metal cores to minimize the risk of root fracture due to the modulus of elasticity similar to dentin, in addition to the possibility of retreatments in ad-hesive failure cases. Despite this, clinical studies with a long-term follow-up are essential to evaluating the longevity of restorations of endodontically treated teeth using fiberglass posts without or with the presence of ferrule in different thicknesses and heights.