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Endodontic management strategies for permanent teeth with immature apices
1Khawer Ayub Specialty Registrar in Restorative Dentistry, King's College Hospital Dental Institute, London, UK and William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, UK.
Primary Dental Journal
|March 14, 2023
Summary
Incomplete root end closure in endodontic treatment can arise from various factors. This review examines materials and techniques, including bioceramic cements and regenerative endodontics, for successful apical barrier formation.
Area of Science:
- Endodontic treatment
- Dental materials science
- Regenerative endodontics
Background:
- Incomplete root end closure poses challenges in endodontic therapy.
- Understanding causative factors is crucial for successful treatment outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize causes of incomplete root end closure.
- To evaluate traditional and contemporary materials for apical barrier formation.
- To detail the apical barrier technique for immature teeth.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on causes of incomplete root end closure.
- Analysis of limitations and benefits of various dental materials, including bioceramic cements.
- Description of the apical barrier technique and regenerative endodontic procedures.
Main Results:
- Bioceramic cements offer advantages in apical barrier formation.
- The apical barrier technique is effective for immature teeth.
- Regenerative endodontic procedures provide a viable treatment option.
Conclusions:
- Successful management of incomplete root end closure relies on appropriate material selection and technique.
- Bioceramic cements and regenerative endodontics represent advancements in endodontic treatment.
- Further research may explore long-term outcomes of these contemporary approaches.
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