Mandibular molar retreatment due to an missed middle mesial canal. CBCT and Operanting Microscope are essential to identify the etiology and achieve three-dimensional disinfection. A Case Report
Detection and Management of a Missed Middle Mesial Canal: CBCT and Operating Microscope-Guided Retreatment. A Case Report
Mandibular molar retreatment due to an missed middle mesial canal. CBCT and Operanting Microscope are essential to identify the etiology and achieve three-dimensional disinfection. A Case Report
Root - Crown -Tissue: The Tooth Salvage Concept
An interdisciplinary approach to dental treatment enables successful clinical outcomes and allows for the long-term functionality of seemingly hopeless teeth. A crucial stage in tooth preservation is the development of […]
Retreatment of a Mandibular Second Molar with a Periapical Lesion in a C-Shaped Canal
Endodontic retreatment of a mandibular second molar with a C-shaped canal configuration presents unique clinical challenges due to its complex and variable anatomy. C-shaped canals, are commonly found in mandibular […]
Non-Surgical Retreatment of Tooth 46 with Stripping Perforation: A Case Report
This case details the non-surgical retreatment of tooth 46 in a 40-year-old female presenting with symptomatic apical periodontitis. Clinical and radiographic evaluation revealed a poorly adapted crown, metallic posts, secondary […]
NSRCT OR EXTRACTION?
The introduction of implant dentistry, in some cases, eliminated the need for non-surgical endodontic retreatment as well as the need for apical surgery. Proverb says: «When you have a hammer, […]
Antique Silver replaced by conventional Gutta percha: A Retreatment Revival
This clinical case presents the nonsurgical endodontic retreatment of a mandibular first molar initially obturated with silver points. The tooth exhibited persistent periapical pathology and contained a missed, partially calcified […]
Reciprocating motion in retreatment
The R-One Mini System from Fanta Dental is an advanced reciprocating file system designed for efficient and conservative root canal shaping. In case of retreatment the reciprocating motion is a real key point to achieve a new patency inside the root.
Retreatment with pre-endodontic build up of a first upper premolar
The success of endodontic treatment depends on removing microorganisms from root canal system, three dimensionally sealing and the placement of a good coronal seal to prevent communications between oral cavity […]
The importance of magnification to manage ledge/perforation
Retreatment are always a challenge. One of the most difficult things is to manage ledge or/and perforation into a canal. When we have to work inside the canal the use […]
Management of nonsurgical retreatment and final restoration.
The management of nonsurgical retreatment has proven to be an effective alternative in dentistry for preserving natural teeth. Studies indicate that success rates may decline due to anatomical factors overlooked […]
A Screw Post & Widened Apex Story
This is the story of retreatment and management of tooth number 21 where a screw post was placed in the canal without performing root canal treatment. Over a decade, the […]
Complexity of the root canal system anatomy
The main goal of root canal treatment is to eliminate the infection in the complex root canal system for the long-term preservation of a functional tooth. Proper debridement of the […]