2016 ASE undergraduate essay competition candidate information.
1La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Summary
Medicaments and materials are crucial for root canal treatment (RCT) success, aiding in microbial reduction and sealing. However, more research is needed on their long-term impact on RCT prognosis.
Area of Science:
- Endodontics
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Root canal treatment (RCT) aims to eliminate intraradicular infection and restore tooth function.
- Various irrigants, medicaments, and filling materials are employed during RCT to achieve these goals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the role of medicaments and materials used in root canal treatment.
- To discuss their impact on the prognosis of root canal-treated teeth.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing studies on materials and medicaments in RCT.
- Analysis of their functions in microbial load reduction, pain management, apexification, and sealing.
Main Results:
- Irrigants, medicaments, and materials are vital for reducing microbial load and preventing reinfection.
- They assist in pain reduction and facilitate apexification in immature teeth.
- Effective coronal and periradicular sealing is crucial for long-term success.
Conclusions:
- While the roles of various RCT materials are studied, evidence on their direct impact on long-term prognosis is limited.
- Further longitudinal clinical studies are required to fully understand the effect of these materials on RCT outcomes.
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