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This study compared surgical microscopes and endoscopes for periradicular surgery. Both magnification devices demonstrated similar high success rates in endodontic surgery outcomes after two years.

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Area of Science:

  • Endodontics
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Periradicular surgery aims to treat apical periodontitis.
  • Magnification devices are crucial for visualizing surgical fields.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the outcomes of periradicular surgery using a surgical microscope versus an endoscope.
  • To evaluate the impact of magnification device choice on endodontic surgery success.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective, randomized clinical study involving 113 teeth in 70 patients.
  • Randomized allocation to surgical microscope or endoscope for root-end management.
  • Follow-up for at least 2 years, assessing outcomes via radiographic and clinical criteria.

Main Results:

  • Overall success rate of 91% after 2 years.
  • Microscope group achieved 92% success; endoscope group achieved 90% success.
  • No statistically significant difference in treatment outcomes between the two magnification devices.

Conclusions:

  • The choice of magnification device (surgical microscope or endoscope) does not significantly affect the outcome of endodontic surgery.
  • Both devices offer comparable efficacy in periradicular surgery.
  • Magnification device type is not a determining factor in successful endodontic surgical treatment.