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1Department of Operative Dentistry and Endodontics, Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Dentistry in Samsun, Turkey. bodrumlu@omu.edu.tr
The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice
|September 8, 2006
Summary
Resilon obturation material demonstrated superior apical sealing compared to traditional gutta-percha with AH 26/AH plus sealers. This study highlights Resilon
Area of Science:
- Endodontics
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Root canal obturation is crucial for endodontic treatment success.
- Apical sealing prevents coronal microleakage and bacterial invasion.
- Evaluating new obturation materials is essential for improving clinical outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the apical sealing ability of Resilon obturation material.
- To compare the apical leakage of Resilon with gutta-percha and AH 26/AH plus sealers.
Main Methods:
- Forty-two single-rooted human teeth were divided into three obturation groups.
- Obturation techniques included lateral condensation with gutta-percha/AH 26, gutta-percha/AH plus, and Resilon.
- Apical leakage was quantified using the dye penetration method.
Main Results:
- Resilon exhibited the least apical leakage (1.7 mm, SD: 1.32).
- Gutta-percha with AH 26 (2.4 mm, SD: 1.87) and AH plus (2.1 mm, SD: 1.69) showed significantly more leakage.
- All tested groups demonstrated statistically significant differences in apical leakage (p<0.001).
Conclusions:
- Resilon and Epiphany sealer provide the least apical leakage among the tested materials.
- All evaluated obturation methods achieved a satisfactory seal.
- Resilon represents a promising alternative for root canal obturation.
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