Comparative Evaluation of Novel Automated Irrigation Devices with Side-Vented Needle Irrigation on Bacterial CFU Counts in Nonvital Teeth.

Background: Syringe needle irrigation is used frequently to deliver root canal disinfectants. However, conventional syringe needle irrigation has its potential drawbacks. The current study, hence, aimed at assessing the real-time benefit of using conventional needle irrigation as compared to a novel automated irrigation device in patients undergoing root canal treatment.

Oral health status, self-perceptions, and risk awareness among young adult users of electronic cigarettes in Pakistan.

Introduction: The use of electronic cigarettes (ECs) has surged globally, particularly among young individuals. This study aimed to assess the perceptions of vaping-related oral health risks, clinical oral health status, and self-perceived dental and periodontal conditions among young adult users of ECs in Pakistan.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from June 2023 to March 2024, recruiting 142 young users of ECs.

Effect of Root Canal Taper on the Ability of Endodontically Treated Teeth using the TruNatomy and Protaper Next File Systems to Resist Fracture.

Objectives: This research was done to evaluate how the root canal taper affects the Endodontically Treated Teeth (ETT) prepared with the TruNatomy and Protaper Next file systems in terms of fracture resistance.

Materials And Method: Forty recently extracted mandibular premolar teeth were used in this research, which was classified into four groups at random. Groups 1a and 1b used TruNatomy 4% and 6%, respectively, while groups 2a and 2b used the Protaper Next 4% and 6% file systems, respectively.

Clinical Assessment of SDF Effect in Arresting Dental Caries in Deciduous Teeth.

Objectives: Current research was done to evaluate the effectiveness of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) on carious lesions in deciduous teeth.

Materials And Method: The study included kids who had at least one carious lesion in accordance to the International Caries Detection and Assessment System II. A 38% SDF (FAgamin, Tedequim Company, Córdoba, Argentina) solution was applied directly to the lesion on the deciduous teeth as per the manufacturer's instructions.