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[Postobturation pain associated with endodontic treatment]
Stomatologiia
|April 28, 2004
Summary
Postobturation pain after endodontic treatment affects 34.4% of patients. Using the "crown down" preparation method with rotary instruments effectively prevents postoperative pain.
Area of Science:
- Endodontics
- Dental Pain Management
- Postoperative Complications
Context:
- Postobturation pain is a common complication following endodontic therapy.
- Understanding factors influencing pain incidence and intensity is crucial for patient management.
- Previous studies have explored various etiological factors, but optimal prevention strategies require further investigation.
Purpose:
- To investigate the incidence and intensity of postobturation pain following endodontic treatment.
- To identify factors contributing to postobturation pain.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the
- crown down
- preparation method in preventing postoperative pain.
Summary:
- A study involving 100 patients and 151 teeth found that 34.4% experienced postobturation pain.
- Pain incidence and intensity correlated with the number of treatment sessions, root canals filled per tooth, and overfilling beyond the apex.
- The
- crown down
- preparation technique utilizing rotary instruments, specifically GT rotary files, demonstrated the highest efficacy in minimizing postoperative pain.
Impact:
- Findings provide valuable insights into predicting and managing postobturation pain.
- The study highlights the
- crown down
- preparation method as a key strategy for reducing postoperative discomfort in endodontic procedures.
- This research can inform clinical practice guidelines for endodontic treatment protocols.