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Application of titanium-alloy endodontic implants in conjunction with periradicular surgery
Y Sumi1, Y Nakamura, K Mitsudoh
1The National Chubu Hospital, Division of Dental Surgery, Obu-City, Japan.
Objective:
To evaluate the outcome of placement of titanium-alloy endodontic implants in conjunction with periradicular surgery.
Study Design:
Twenty-four teeth were treated with endodontic implants with corresponding periradicular surgery by using SuperEBA cement (Harry J Bosworth Co, Skokie, Ill) as a sealer. The results of the endodontic implant surgery were evaluated clinically and radiographically from 2 to 4 years after treatment.
Results:
Twenty-two teeth were treated successfully, whereas 2 teeth were treated unsuccessfully, for a success rate of 92%.
Conclusions:
Titanium-alloy endodontic implants in conjunction with periradicular surgery may provide good short-term results. Sealing between the endodontic implant and the dentin is likely an important factor for success.