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Evaluation of the radiopacity of calcium silicate cements containing different radiopacifiersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Silver/tin alloy and gold powder imparted the necessary radiopacity to a calcium silicate-based cement. Barium sulphate was also a suitable radiopacifier together with a lower concentration of silver/tin alloy and gold powder that achieved the radiodensity recommended by ISO 6876. Further research is required to investigate the broader properties of the calcium silicate-based cement with the different radiopacifiers. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - November 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: J. Camilleri, M. G. Gandolfi Source Type: journals

Effect of restorations on pulpal blood flow in molars measured by laser Doppler flowmetryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions In molars the size of the pulp chamber was influenced by the presence of restorations and the PBF was reduced when restorations were present. Size and extent of restorations had a significant effect on PBF. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - November 4, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: N. P. Chandler, T. R. Pitt Ford, B. D. Monteith Source Type: journals

Volumetric analysis of root fillings using spiral computed tomography: an in vitro studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The greatest POV was obtained with System B and Thermafil. Voids were seen in all root fillings. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - November 4, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: R. Anbu, S. Nandini, N. Velmurugan Source Type: journals

Influence of the shape of artificial canals on the fatigue resistance of NiTi rotary instrumentsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Small variations in the geometrical parameters of the curvature of an instrument subjected to flexural fatigue could have a significant influence on the results of fatigue tests. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - November 4, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: G. Plotino, N. M. Grande, M. Cordaro, L. Testarelli, G Gambarini Source Type: journals

Effect of adhesive system type and root region on the push-out bond strength of glass–fibre posts to radicular dentineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions The use of BisCem and All Bond SE/Duo-Link combination with their simplified application procedures may be considered an alternative to the currently used systems for luting glass[ndash]fibre posts in root canal. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - November 4, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: E. O. Onay, Y. Korkmaz, A. Kiremitci Source Type: journals

Abstracts for the 14th Biennial Congress of the European Society of Endodontology, 24-26 September 2009, Edinburgh, ScotlandEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: International Endodontic Journal - October 8, 2009 Category: Dentistry Source Type: journals

Effect of acid-etching procedure on selected physical properties of mineral trioxide aggregateEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Acid-etch procedures affected the compressive strength and surface microhardness of ProRoot MTA. This indicates that it may be better to postpone restorative procedures for at least 96 h after mixing MTA. Etching created surface changes that might have the potential to enhance bonding of resinous materials. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - September 1, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: M. B. Kayahan, M. H. Nekoofar, M. Kazandağ, C. Canpolat, O. Malkondu, F. Kaptan, P. M. H. Dummer Source Type: journals

Sensory pulpal nerve fibres and trigeminal ganglion neurons express IL-1RI: a potential mechanism for development of inflammatory hyperalgesiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions The localization of IL-1RI on sensory nerve fibres and its up-regulation in TG neurons during pulpal inflammation may imply a direct effect of IL-1 in pulpal nociception. The presence of IL-1RI on sympathetic nerve fibres and on blood vessels may indicate a vasoactive role of the same cytokine in the pulp. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. Bletsa, I. Fristad, E. Berggreen Source Type: journals

Radiopacifiers do not induce genetic damage in murine fibroblasts: an in vitro studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Exposure to the tested radiopacifiers may not be a factor that increases the level of DNA lesions in mammalian cells as detected by a single-cell gel (comet) assay. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: D. A. Ribeiro, V. Carlin, A. C. C. Fracalossi, L. M. Oyama Source Type: journals

Fracture resistance of thin-walled roots restored with different post systemsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The cast post group had a higher fracture strength than resin groups. The force required to fracture the roots was similar for all fibre post systems and for all dentine thicknesses. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - August 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: B. H. Kıvanç, T. Alaçam, Ö. İ. A. Ulusoy, Ö. Genç, G. Görgül Source Type: journals

The detection and management of root resorption lesions using intraoral radiography and cone beam computed tomography – an in vivo investigationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion CBCT was effective and reliable in detecting the presence of resorption lesions. Although digital intraoral radiography resulted in an acceptable level of accuracy, the superior accuracy of CBCT may result in a review of the radiographic techniques used for assessing the type of resorption lesion present. CBCT's superior diagnostic accuracy also resulted in an increased likelihood of correct management of resorption lesions. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - July 14, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S. Patel, A. Dawood, R. Wilson, K. Horner, F. Mannocci Source Type: journals

Localization of root canal orifices in mandibular second molars in relation to occlusal dimensionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The distal canal was located lingual to the centre of the occlusal plane of mandibular second molars. The possibility of observing more divergent localizations and orifice numbers should not be overlooked in clinical practice. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - July 8, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: O. Gorduysus, E. Nagas, Z. C. Cehreli, M. Gorduysus, Z. Yilmaz Source Type: journals

Australian endodontists' perceptions of single and multiple visit root canal treatmentEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Australian endodontists strongly prefer multiple-visit over single-visit root canal treatment even in cases where biological concerns are not an issue. Operator preference rather than biological or patient considerations appear to be the primary determinant of treatment choice. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - July 7, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. Sathorn, P. Parashos, H. Messer Source Type: journals

Limitations of previously published systematic reviews evaluating the outcome of endodontic treatmentEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In conclusion, the serious limitations of longitudinal clinical studies restrict the correct interpretation of root canal treatment outcomes. Systematic reviews reporting the success rates of root canal treatment without referring to these limitations may mislead readers. The outcomes of root canal treatment should be re-evaluated in long-term longitudinal studies using CBCT and stricter evaluation criteria. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 24, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: M-K. Wu, H. Shemesh, P. R. Wesselink Source Type: journals

Effect of damping properties on fracture resistance of root filled premolar teeth: a dynamic finite element analysisEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Pulp tissue plays an important role in providing protective effects when teeth are subjected to a dynamic load. However, root filled teeth do not provide such protective effects. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: K-L. Ou, C-C. Chang, W-J. Chang, C-T. Lin, K-J. Chang, H-M Huang Source Type: journals

Apexification: the beginning of its endEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This study will overview the recent concept of pulp revitalization in the treatment of immature teeth with nonvital pulps and the emerging research on pulp tissue engineering and regeneration. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: G. T.-J. Huang Source Type: journals

Root and canal morphology of mandibular first and second molar teeth in a Jordanian populationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Jordanian mandibular first and second molar teeth exhibit features close to the average Caucasian root and canal morphology. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. A. Al-Qudah, L. A. Awawdeh Source Type: journals

A radiographic assessment of the prevalence of pulp stones in a group of Turkish dental patientsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions The prevalence of pulp stones increased with age and was significantly higher in molar teeth than premolars and incisors. There was no significant association between pulp stones and gender, systemic diseases, impacted third molars, condition of the crown and dental anomalies. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. Gulsahi, A. I. Cebeci, S. Özden Source Type: journals

The nociceptive and anti-nociceptive effects of white mineral trioxide aggregateEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion White mineral trioxide aggregate, when compared with eugenol, was more effective in treating nociceptive pain in the orofacial formalin test. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: F. Abbasipour, A. Rastqar, H. Bakhtiar, H. Khalilkhani, M. Aeinehchi, M. Janahmadi Source Type: journals

Accuracy of root canal length determination with the impedance ratio methodEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions With the obtained optimal measuring parameters, the impedance ratio method determined position of the major foramen within ±0.5 mm. Accuracy varied depending on the set of frequencies used for evaluation as well as on the selected impedance ratio. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: J. Jan, D. Križaj Source Type: journals

Sealing ability, water sorption, solubility and toothbrushing abrasion resistance of temporary filling materialsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions The resin-based temporary filling Bioplic produced the best marginal seal, and was associated with the lowest water sorption, solubility and loss of mass. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. M. Pieper, C. H. Zanchi, S. A. Rodrigues-Junior, R. R. Moraes, L. S. Pontes, M. Bueno Source Type: journals

Viability of human fibroblasts in coconut water as a storage mediumEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Coconut water was worse than milk in maintaining human fibroblast cell viability. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: J. J. S. Moreira-Neto, J. O. Gondim, M. S. G. Raddi, C. A. Pansani Source Type: journals

Endodontics or implants? A review of decisive criteria and guidelines for single tooth restorations and full arch reconstructionsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Zitzmann NU, Krastl G, Hecker H, Walter C, Weiger R. Endodontics or implants? A review of decisive criteria and guidelines for single tooth restorations and full arch reconstructions. International Endodontic Journal. This review describes practical criteria and a systematic process to aid the treatment planning decision of whether to preserve teeth by root canal treatment (RCT) or extract and provide an implant. Recommendations presented are based on best available evidence from the literature and the expert views of specialists in endodontics and restorative dentistry, including dental implantology. A MEDLINE search was ...
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: N. U. Zitzmann, G. Krastl, H. Hecker, C. Walter, R. Weiger Source Type: journals

The prevalence of anterior teeth with dens invaginatus in the western mediterranean region of TurkeyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion A carefull oral examination, radiographs, a suitable treatment plan and follow-up programme are crucial for early diagnosis and treatment for teeth with dens invaginatus. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Z. Kirzioğlu, D. Ceyhan Source Type: journals

A comparative study of physicochemical properties of AH Plus, Epiphany, and Epiphany SE root canal sealersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Setting time, flow, and radiopacity tests conformed to ANSI/ADA standardization. The dimensional change in all groups and the solubility of Epiphany were greater than values considered acceptable, with higher amounts of calcium ion release. Epiphany SE revealed more organized, compacted, and homogeneous polymers in a reduced resin matrix when compared with the other groups. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: L. M. Resende, F. J. A. Rached-Junior, M. A. Versiani, A. E. Souza-Gabriel, C. E. S. Miranda, Y. T. C. Silva-Sousa, M. D. Sousa Neto Source Type: journals

The evaluation of displacement resistance of glass FRC posts to root dentine using a thin slice push-out testEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Glass FRC posts luted with self-adhesive luting system exhibited higher displacement resistance than when luted with chemical-curing self-etch luting system. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: M. Toman, S. Toksavul, M. Sarıkanat, K. Firidinoğlu, A. Akın Source Type: journals

Complicated crown fractures – management and treatment optionsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Aggarwal V, Logani A, Shah N. Complicated crown fractures [ndash] management and treatment options. International Endodontic Journal, 00, 000[ndash]000, 2009.Aim Complicated crown fractures involve enamel, dentine and the pulp. The incidence of complicated crown fractures ranges from 2% to 13% of all dental injuries and the most commonly involved tooth is the maxillary central incisor. Various treatment modalities are available depending upon the clinical, physiological and radiographic status of the involved tooth. The aim of this article was to discuss techniques for the management of complicated crown fractures.Summary ...
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: V. Aggarwal, A. Logani, N. Shah Source Type: journals

A comparative study of image quality and radiation exposure for dental radiographs produced using a charge-coupled device and a phosphor plate systemEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions The image quality was superior using the phosphor plate system. Although more repeat radiographs were required using the CCD system, the images were produced with a lower expected radiation exposure. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S. L. Farrier, N. A. Drage, R. G. Newcombe, S. J. Hayes, P. M. H. Dummer Source Type: journals

Microflora in teeth associated with apical periodontitis: a methodological observational study comparing two protocols and three microscopy techniquesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Both protocols had merits and de-merits. The combination of microscopy techniques offered complementary views of intra-radicular bacterial colonization. The perception of confinement of the host/microbial interface at the apical foramen is not entirely correct; PMNs may be found even in the coronal third of root canals containing necrotic pulp tissue. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: N. Richardson, N. J. Mordan, J. A. P. Figueiredo, Y-L. Ng, K. Gulabivala Source Type: journals

Effect of filling technique and root canal area on the percentage of gutta-percha in laterally compacted root fillingsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Variations in root canal filling technique and canal area influenced the percentage of gutta-percha of laterally compacted root fillings. The percentage of gutta-percha was lower at the 3 mm level compared to the 6 mm level. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - June 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: E. M. Souza, M-K. Wu, L. W. van der Sluis, R. T. Leonardo, I. Bonetti-Filho, P. R. Wesselink Source Type: journals

Degree of conversion of dual-cured resin cement light-cured through three fibre posts within human root canals: an ex vivo studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions The decrease in the degree of conversion for Variolink II relative to the depth was dependent on the light transmission capacity of the posts tested. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - May 7, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Y. K. Kim, S. K. Kim, K. H. Kim, T. Y. Kwon Source Type: journals

Expression of insulin-like growth factor-1 and proliferating cell nuclear antigen in human pulp cells of teeth with complete and incomplete root developmentEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Insulin-like growth factor-1 and PCNA are expressed in human pulp cells, with a significant greater expression in pulp cells of teeth having complete root development. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - May 7, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: J. Caviedes-Bucheli, P. Canales-Sánchez, N. Castrillón-Sarria, J. Jovel-Garcia, J. Alvarez-Vásquez, C. Rivero, M. M. Azuero-Holguín, E. Diaz, H. R. Munoz Source Type: journals

Fracture resistance of roots using different canal filling systemsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Systems aiming to obtain a monoblock system were not superior to the conventional AH-Plus + Gutta-percha technique in terms of fracture resistance. The fracture resistance of roots using ActiV GP + lateral compaction Gutta-percha was significantly reduced compared with the AH-Plus + Gutta-percha group. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - May 7, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: M. Karapinar Kazandag, H. Sunay, J. Tanalp, G. Bayirli Source Type: journals

Comparative study of biocompatibility of newly developed calcium phosphate-based root canal sealers on fibroblasts derived from primary human gingiva and a mouse L929 cell lineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Types I and III have acceptable biologic properties for endodontic applications. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - May 7, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: R. M. Khashaba, N. B. Chutkan, J. L. Borke Source Type: journals

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Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Tags: Letters to the Editors Source Type: journals

Water content of ampoule packaged with ProRoot MTAEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: M. H. Nekoofar, D. C. Haddad, J. Nolde, Z. Aseeley Tags: Letters to the Editors Source Type: journals

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Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. Estrela, D. A. Decurcio, J. A. Silva, E. F. de Mendonça, C. R. de Araújo Estrela Tags: Letters to the Editors Source Type: journals

Periapical calcifying odontogenic cystEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: D. D. S. Fumio Ide Tags: Letters to the Editors Source Type: journals

pH of pus collected from periapical abscessesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The mean pH of pus from periapical abscesses was generally acidic, but some samples (two female and three male) were neutral and some samples (four female and one male) were alkaline. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: M. H. Nekoofar, M. S. Namazikhah, M. S. Sheykhrezae, M. M. Mohammadi, A. Kazemi, Z. Aseeley, P. M. H. Dummer Tags: Original Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Differential cholinoceptor modulation of nitric oxide isoforms in experimentally-induced inflammation of dental pulp tissueEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Irreversible pulpitis changes mAChR conformation increasing its efficiency of coupling to transducing molecules that in turn induce activate iNOS. The capacity of pilocarpine to prevent NO accumulation and iNOS activity, by acting on mAChR mutation induced by pulpitis, might be useful therapeutically as a local treatment. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. De Couto Pita, D. Passafaro, S. Ganzinelli, E. Borda, L. Sterin-Borda Tags: Original Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Trans-enamel and trans-dentinal cytotoxic effects of a 35% H2O2 bleaching gel on cultured odontoblast cell lines after consecutive applicationsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion After three consecutive applications of a 35% H2O2 bleaching agent, the diffusion of the gel components through enamel and dentine caused severe toxic effects to cultured pulp cells. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: F. Z. Trindade, A. P. D. Ribeiro, N. T. Sacono, C. F. Oliveira, F. C. R. Lessa, J. Hebling, C. A. S. Costa Tags: Original Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Ex-vivo area-metric analysis of root canal obturation using gutta-percha cones of different taperEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The percentage of gutta-percha and sealer-filled canal area was similar when canals were filled with different master cones using lateral condensation or single cone techniques. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. Romania, P. Beltes, C. Boutsioukis, C. Dandakis Tags: Original Scientific Articles Source Type: journals

Laser Doppler flowmetry in endodontics: a reviewEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Jafarzadeh H. Laser Doppler flowmetry in endodontics: a review. International Endodontic Journal, 42, 476[ndash]490, 2009. Vascular supply is the most accurate marker of pulp vitality. Tests for assessing vascular supply that rely on the passage of light through a tooth have been considered as possible methods for detecting pulp vitality. Laser Doppler flowmetry (LDF), which is a noninvasive, objective, painless, semi-quantitative method, has been shown to be reliable for measuring pulpal blood flow. The relevant literature on LDF in the context of endodontics up to March 2008 was reviewed using PubMed and MEDLINE database...
Source: International Endodontic Journal - April 28, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: H. Jafarzadeh Tags: Reviews Source Type: journals

Detection of periapical bone defects in human jaws using cone beam computed tomography and intraoral radiographyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions With intraoral radiography, external factors (i.e. anatomical noise and poor irradiation geometry), which are not in the clinician's control, hinder the detection of periapical lesions. CBCT removes these external factors. In addition, it allows the clinician to select the most relevant views of the area of interest resulting in improved detection of the presence and absence of artificial periapical lesions. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - March 4, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S. Patel, A. Dawood, F. Mannocci, R. Wilson, T. Pitt Ford Source Type: journals

New dimensions in endodontic imaging: part 1. Conventional and alternative radiographic systemsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Patel S, Dawood A, Whaites E, Pitt Ford T. New dimensions in endodontic imaging: part 1. Conventional and alternative radiographic systems. International Endodontic Journal. Conventional radiographs used for the management of endodontic problems yield limited information because of the two-dimensional nature of images produced, geometric distortion and anatomical noise. These factors often act in combination. This review paper assesses the limitations of periapical radiographs and seeks to clarify three-dimensional imaging techniques that have been suggested as adjuncts to conventional radiographs. These include tuned aper...
Source: International Endodontic Journal - March 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S. Patel, A. Dawood, E. Whaites, T. Pitt Ford Source Type: journals

New dimensions in endodontic imaging: part 2. Cone beam computed tomographyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Patel S. New dimensions in endodontic imaging: part 2. Cone beam computed tomography. International Endodontic Journal. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) has been specifically designed to produce undistorted three-dimensional information of the maxillofacial skeleton, including the teeth and their surrounding tissues with a significantly lower effective radiation dose compared with conventional computed tomography (CT). Periapical disease may be detected sooner using CBCT compared with periapical views and the true size, extent, nature and position of periapical and resorptive lesions can be assessed. Root fractures, ro...
Source: International Endodontic Journal - March 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S. Patel Source Type: journals

Canal transportation and centring ability of RaCe rotary instrumentsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions RaCe instruments allowed the preparation of curved root canals with preparation diameters larger than those normally used with minimal canal transportation and adequate centring ability. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - March 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: B. Pasternak-Júnior, M. D. Sousa-Neto, R. G. Silva Source Type: journals

The properties and applications of chlorhexidine in endodonticsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Mohammadi Z, Abbott PV. The properties and applications of chlorhexidine in endodontics. International Endodontic Journal. Microorganisms and their by-products are considered to be the major cause of pulp and periradicular pathosis. Hence, a major objective in root canal treatment is to disinfect the entire root canal system, which requires that all contents of the root canal system be eliminated as possible sources of infection. This goal may be accomplished using mechanical instrumentation and chemical irrigation, in conjunction with medication of the root canal system between treatment sessions. To reduce or eliminate b...
Source: International Endodontic Journal - February 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: Z. Mohammadi, P. V. Abbott Source Type: journals

A laboratory assessment of coronal bacterial leakage in root canals filled with new and conventional sealersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The new sealers, Epiphany and GuttaFlow with primer, along with Apexit, showed better resistance to bacterial penetration than the other new or traditional sealers tested. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - February 13, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. U. Eldeniz, D. Ørstavik Source Type: journals

Effect of educational intervention on adoption of new endodontic technology by general dental practitioners: a questionnaire surveyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions General dental practitioners in both counties reported using contemporary clinical endodontic protocols. GDPs who had undergone an educational programme in Ni[ndash]Ti rotary instrumentation reported they had successfully integrated the technique into daily clinical practice. (Source: International Endodontic Journal)
Source: International Endodontic Journal - February 13, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: M. Koch, H. G. Eriksson, S. Axelsson, Å. Tegelberg Source Type: journals