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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 […]

Non surgical endodontic management of periapical lesion with open apex

MTA is a bioactive cement that has gained immense popularity in endodontic treatments. It is composed of tricalcium silicate, dicalcium silicate, and bismuth oxide. MTA possesses unique characteristics that make […]

External root resorption: is intentional replantation a real option? A case report

External cervical resorption (ECR) is initiated on the external aspect of the root, usually apical to the epithelial attachment. It is often aggressive in nature, resulting in significant loss of […]

Apicoectomy of an implant?

When the endodontic lesion involves the apex of an implant in addition to the one of the tooth, a retrograde peri-impantitis can be established. Retrograde peri-implantitis (RPI) is a primary […]

Two Ways of Warm Vertical Compaction

Cleaning and shaping root canals without sealing is not enough so Warm Vertical Compaction technique is the most useful technique to seal the root canal system

Thermafil carrier retrieval using a lasso technique

Endodontic treatment failure may occur due to numerous reasons, such as missed canal anatomy and insufficient disinfection, resulting in periapical infection. The use of cone beam computed tomography is invaluable […]

Fully Calcified Canals : Is it a Challenge ??

A 30 years old female patient been referred to retreat her lower first molar patient was suffering from food packing in the area between Molar and second premolar Clinical examination showed that there was […]

Immature tooth with apical periodontitis and sinus tract undergoes apexogenesis. A case report.

It is believed that Apical Periodontitis develop in teeth where the pulp is necrotic. However, some studies show that remnants of vital pulp tissues might still be in the canal […]

MOLARIZED PREMOLAR Management of three rooted premolar

Maxillary first premolars are commonly known by having two canals in one or two separate roots (60-65%), meanwhile Maxillary second premolars are known by having one canal in one root […]

Pre-operative X-ray: suggested or obligatory

A case report showing the extent of the negative impact resulting from not performing a Pre-operative (diagnostic) x-ray before starting to treat a case. Dental radiology is the core diagnostic […]

Dental Adhesives: a 10 years story

An article by dr. Salvatore Sauro Overview and basic commentary Before any discussion about adhesion to crown and root dentine, it is imperative to state that there is no substantial […]

Middle Mesial Canal How to Detect it

Article by: Elias Abboud, Damascus Syria The mandibular first molar seems to be the tooth that most often requires an endodontic procedure (vital pulp capping, pulpotomy, root canal therapy) therefore, its morphology […]

Management of Middle Mesial Canal in a lower Molar

Knowledge of both normal and abnormal anatomy of the root canal system dictates the parameters for execution of root canal therapy and can directly affect the outcome of the endodontic […]

It’s all about Irrigation: Case Report

A case report with 10 months follow up showing the effect of good irrigation protocol on the final result of the root canal treatment. The aim of root canal treatment […]

Management of a C-Shaped Canal in wisdom tooth

The C-shaped root canal is considered an anatomical variation and was firstly documented in endodontic literature by Cooke and Cox in 1979. The main cause of a C-shaped root is […]

Metal Post and Core, How to Improve Aesthetics

In the last century, cast metal post represented the method of choice in the philosophy of root canal tooth reconstruction. The procedure usually involved the use of a porcelain fused to metal crown, […]

Should Rotary Files be used once? Part 2

This article is the second part of our review to determine if rotary files should only be used once. In our first article looking at the mechanical properties of rotary […]

Should Rotary Files be used once? Part 1

Nickel-titanium (Ni-Ti) alloy was first used for endodontic files by Walia in 1988 (1) as an alternative to stainless steel for hand files. The first Ni-Ti rotary files came to […]

A complex trauma with pulpal exposure: the digital alternative

Traumatic injuries are increasing in the last few years, particularly in young people. When the trauma causes a pulpal exposure, it’s mandatory to avoid pulpal necrosis, particularly in teeth that […]

Treatment of a dens invaginatus with an apical plug of calcium silicate cement

Introduction Treatment of young permanent teeth with pulp involvement is an endodontic and restorative challenge. When pulp vitality is lost, the formation of dentin stops, resulting in a tooth with […]

Nonvital tooth bleaching and composite restorations

The restoration of endodontically treated anterior teeth presents several different mechanical and esthetic challenges. Before choosing the best treatment solution, several aspects have to be considered, such as: Patient age and […]

Ultrasonics in Endodontics: Part 2

Having reviewed the history of ultrasound and ultrasonic tips in "Ultrasonic in Endodontics: Part 1" (http://styleitaliano.hime.host/ultrasonics-in-endodontics-part-1) in this second part will be highlighted the clinical applications of these tools, that […]

Fabio Gorni interviews Clifford Ruddle

Like the dental extraction, serious endodontic treatment is directed toward removing all the pulp and bacteria, when present, and their related breakdown products from the root canal system. Clinical treatment […]

Non-vital tooth bleaching

In this article the protocol of non-vital bleaching of extensively discolored anterior teeth was described with practical tips for practitioners. The more detailed protocols and more clinical cases can be […]

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