Lesiones perirradiculares persistentes: revisión narrativa / Persistent periradicular lesions: a narrative review

La persistencia de lesiones perirradiculares luego del tra- tamiento endodóntico es un problema que requiere del clínico un conocimiento cabal de la histofisiología y de la histopato- logía del sistema de conductos radiculares del tejido pulpar y de los tejidos perirradiculares (periodonto y hueso); además de considerar siempre la posible existencia de enfermedades sistémicas que también pueden actuar como factores de in- fluencia. La presencia de bacterias remanentes a posteriori del tratamiento es considerada como una de las causas principales y más frecuentes para la perpetuación de las lesiones perirra- diculares. Sin embargo, existen otros factores causales, como la existencia de conductos laterales o accesorios infectados y no tratados, la reabsorción dentinaria interna, intercomunica- ciones, cul-de-sacs o istmos; que representan áreas de difícil acceso durante la instrumentación e irrigación. Cuando la cau- sa original se localiza en la zona perirradicular, como en los casos de actinomicosis, reacciones a cuerpo extraño, cristales de colesterol (CRCo) y granulomas o quistes con alto conte- nido de CRCo, la indicación más adecuada es el retratamiento y la cirugía periapical como complemento (AU)

The persistence of periradicular lesions after endodontic treatment is a problem that requires the doctor to have a thor- ough knowledge of the histophysiology and histopathology of the root canal system, the pulp tissue and periradicular tis- sues (periodontium and bone); as well as always considering the possible existence of systemic alterations that can also be influencing factors. Persisting bacteria within the root canal system after treatment is one of the major and most frequent causes for the perpetuation of periradicular lesions. Howev- er, there are other possible causal factors such as the exist- ence of untreated lateral or accessory canals, internal dentin resorption, intercommunications, cul-de-sacs or isthmuses; areas that represent a difficulty in access during instrumen- tation and irrigation. If the original cause is located in the periradicular area, in cases like actinomycosis, foreign-body reactions, cholesterol crystals (CRCo) and granulomas or cysts with high content of CRCo, retreatment coupled with periapical surgery is the best approach to treatment (AU)

Remoção Manual não Cirúrgica de Instrumento Endodôntico Fraturado no Terço Apical de Pré-Molar Superior: Relato de Caso / Surgical Manual Removal of Fractured Endodontic Instrument in the Apical Third of Maxillary Premolar: Case Report

A fratura acidental de um instrumento durante o tratamento endodôntico pode ocorrer devido à falta de conhecimento anatômico do elemento dentário, ao uso de instrumentos inadequados ou à falha técnica do operador. O objetivo do presente estudo foi apresentar um relato de caso clínico da remoção de um instrumento fraturado no terço apical de um pré-molar superior. O fragmento localizava-se no terço apical da raiz vestibular. A primeira tentativa de remoção do fragmento foi realizada sem sucesso. Após 15 dias, em uma nova tentativa, o instrumento foi removido com o auxílio de ultrassom e inserto específico. Entre as sessões, utilizou-se medicação intracanal à base de hidróxido de cálcio, paramonoclorofenol canforado e propilenoglicol. Decorridos 15 dias, o dente mostrou-se assintomático e foi obturado pela técnica da condensação lateral. Assim, a paciente foi encaminhada para a realização da restauração definitiva. Após 3 meses, foi observada radiograficamente a regressão da lesão perirradicular. Conclui-se que a retirada do fragmento no caso descrito se mostrou uma opção eficiente, propiciando a manutenção do dente com ausência de sinais e sintomas.

Accidental fracture of an instrument during endodontic treatment can occur due to lack of dental anatomy knowledge, use of inadequate instruments or technical failure of the operator. The aim of the present study is to present a case report of instrument fragment removal from a superior premolar. The fragment was identified to be in the apical third of the buccal root. The first attempt to remove the instrument was made without success. After 15 days, in a new attempt, the instrument was removed with the aid of an ultrasonic endodontic tip. The intracanal medication between sessions was calcium hydroxide, camphorated paramonochlorophenol and propylene glycol. After more 15 days, the tooth was asymptomatic and was filled by lateral condensation. Thus, the patient was referred for definitive restoration. After 3 months, it was observed radiographically the regression of the periradicular lesion. In conclusion, the removal of the fragment proved to be an efficient option, providing the maintenance of the tooth with no signs and symptoms.

Estado perirradicular e radicular de dentes tratados endodonticamente: estudo piloto utilizando a tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico / Periapical and root status of endodontically treated teeth: a pilot study using cone-beam computed tomograph

As imagens radiográficas periapicais, essenciais para a realização e para o acompanhamento do sucesso do tratamento endodôntico, em virtude de limitações técnicas, não são capazes de oferecer visualização anatômica de toda a estrutura dos elementos dentários. Técnicas contemporâneas de obtenção de imagens, como a tomografia computadorizada realizada pela técnica de feixe cônico (TCFC) parecem ter o potencial de avaliar de forma mais adequada a qualidade da obturação e do remanescente radicular, e o estado perirradicular. O objetivo deste trabalho foi realizar uma avaliação descritiva das imagens obtidas pela técnica de TCFC de 100 elementos dentários tratados endodonticamente, buscando os achados referentes ao estado perirradicular, as lesões de furca, à presença de núcleos intrarradiculares e as fraturas radiculares. Nos 100 dentes analisados, 83 (83%) apresentavam áreas compatíveis com a presença de alteração perirradicular. Dos dentes multirradiculares, 51% apresentavam presença de lesão de furca e 91% apresentavam rarefação perirradicular. Vinte dos 83 dentes com alterações perirradiculares (24%) apresentavam imagem sugestiva de fratura radicular. A TCFC revelou a existência de diversas alterações radiculares e perirradiculares nos dentes tratados endonticamente estudados nesta amostra, sugerindo sua utilidade no acompanhamento imaginológico após o tratamento endodôntico.

Periapical radiographs are essential for endodontic treatment and for following the tooth response after finishing the treatment. Unfortunately, due to their technical limitations, they are not capable of offering a complete anatomical view of the dental structure. More recent image techniques, such as cone-beam computed tomograph (CBCT), seem to offer a more complete picture of the pulp chamber obturation and the remaining dental structure, as well as the periradicular status. The aim of our study was to analyze CBCT images obtained from 100 endodontically treated teeth, focusing on the obturation of the pulp chamber, periapical status, interadicular alterations and root fractures. From the 100 teeth, 83 (83%) presented periradicular alterations. From multiradicular teeth, 51% presented with alterations in the interadicular area and 91% showed periradicular alterations. Twenty out 83 teeth presenting periradicular alterations (24%) showed also root fractures. CBCT images revealed the presence of several root and periradicular alterations in the endodontically treated teeth studied in this sample, suggesting its utility as an adjunctive auxiliary in the follow-up of teeth after endodontic treatment.

The Effect Of Accidentally Extruded Calcium Hydroxide With Iodoform Paste Into The Periradicular Lesion: A Case Report

Introduction: Since its introduction in the dentistry calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2 has been used for a wide variety of purposes. Its use in root canal treatment as an intracanal medication has been associated with periradicular healing. Aim: To report a case of accidentally extruded Ca(OH)2 paste into the periradicular lesion associated withthe mandibular left central incisor and evaluate the prognosis of periradicular healing. Methods:The canal of mandibular left central incisor was prepared and Ca(OH)2 paste with Iodoform was used as an intracanal medicament. The medicament was accidently extruded into the periradicular tissues. Follow-up was done to determine the effect of extruded medicament on periradicular tissues and healing. Conclusion:The follow-up radiograph after 8 months showed complete resolution of the periapical lesion and resorption of the Ca(OH)2 paste.

Regression of large periapical lesion using calcium hydroxide therapy: a six-year follow-up case report / Regressão de lesão periapical grande usando terapia à base de hidróxido de cálcio: um reporte de caso com 6 anos de acompanhamento

Lesões periradiculares ocorrem em dentes não vitais como resultado de uma agressão crônica devido a presença de microrganismos dentro do canal radicular, as quais podem ser observadas como uma lesão radiolúcida durante o exame radiográfico; o tratamento varia de acordo com métodos cirúrgicos ou não-cirúrgicos. Este reporte de caso descreve a regressão de uma lesão periapical grande usando um tratamento endodôntico não-cirúrgico em associação com medicação intracanal à base de hidróxido de cálcio. Após exame do paciente e análise radiográfica, uma lesão radiolúcida com 13 mm (no maior diâmetro) foi observada no dente número 12. O tratamento endodôntico foi realizado e Calen-CMCP (S.S. White Artigos Dentários Ltda., Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil) foi aplicado dentro do canal, o qual foi substituído por nova medicação a cada 2 semanas durante 2 meses. A lesão regrediu progressivamente a partir de cada troca de medicação. Além disso, após acompanhamento de 6 anos o dente permaneceu livre de infecção e o tecido ósseo foi completamente regenerado. Conclui-se que terapia à base de hidróxido de cálcio pode estimular de maneira conservadora a regressão de lesões periapicais grandes...

Periradicular lesions occur in non-vital teeth as the result of a chronic aggression by the presence of microorganisms into the root canal, which may appear as a radiolucent lesion in the radiographic exam; treatment varies according to surgical or nonsurgical methods. This case report describes the regression of a periradicular lesion using a nonsurgical endodontic treatment in association with intracanal calcium hydroxide-based medicament. After patient examination and radiographic analysis, a 13 mm (in maximum diameter) radiolucent lesion was observed in tooth number 12. The endodontic treatment was done and Calen-CMCP (S.S. White Artigos Dentários Ltda., Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil) was placed into the root canal, which was changed after every two weeks during two months. It was observed a progressive centrifugal regression of the lesion after every renewing of the medicament. In addition, after six-year follow-up the tooth was still free of re-infection and bone tissue was completely regenerated. In conclusion, calcium hydroxide therapy can conservatively stimulate the regression of large periradicular lesions...

A comparative evaluation of healing with a computed tomography scan of bilateral periapical lesions treated with and without the use of platelet-rich plasma.

Periradicular surgery aims to achieve complete wound healing and regeneration of the periodontal unit. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a platelet concentrate that is widely used to promote tissue healing, and bone induction through its various growth factors has been used in this study. This case report describes the use of PRP unilaterally in a bilateral periapical lesion in the same patient. The site treated with PRP showed better healing than the untreated site. This was confirmed with computed tomography (CT) scan readings. It was hypothesized that PRP could promote tissue regeneration and alveolar bone repair.

Endodontic treatment of a periradicular lesion on an invaginated type III mandibular lateral incisor.

Dens invaginatus (DI), commonly known as dens in dente, is a developmental malformation of teeth that most commonly affects permanent maxillary incisor teeth. DI can present in a variety of forms, knowledge of which can usefully help in endodontic diagnosis and treatment. This article reports on an unusual case of DI type III with a periradicular lesion in a mandibular lateral incisor. Non-surgical endodontic treatment was performed and resolution of the periradicular lesion was observed at 1 year follow-up. Clinical considerations and treatment are discussed and reported.