Evaluation of surface topography of two different heat treated NiTi file systems used with sodium hypochlorite: A stereomicroscope and SEM study.

The surface grooves on endodontic files act as stress concentration and it lowers their susceptibility to fatigue fracture. Hence, 80 first mandibular molars were prepared with 40 rotary instruments, 20 One Curve (OC; Micro-Mega) and 20 TruNatomy (TN; Dentsply Sirona,) rotary files. The files were rotated in mesial curved canals with irrigation with 5.

A Framework for the Modulation and Alleviation of Pain Sensations: A Narrative Review.

Modern dentistry and endodontic practice is based on effective pain management, which highlights the necessity of a thorough, multifaceted framework to address both acute and chronic pain. In endodontic applications, this narrative review examines pharmacological, non-pharmacological, and integrative approaches for the regulation and reduction of pain sensations by synthesizing data from a variety of investigations. Apart from pharmaceutical treatments like corticosteroids, clonidine-enhanced local anesthetics, and innovative methods that target peripheral and central pain pathways, significant developments include the use of intracanal cryotherapy, low-level laser therapy (LLLT), and photobiomodulation.

The Impact of Smart Materials in Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics From Innovation to Application: A Narrative Review.

Smart materials have transformed restorative dentistry and endodontics by developing materials that adapt dynamically to external stimuli, including pH, temperature, and mechanical stress. The term "smart" materials refers to the fact that certain materials can be designed to react to many stimuli, including temperature, humidity, pH, stress, electric fields, and magnetic fields. Their increased biocompatibility, prolonged stress tolerance, sealability, and antibacterial qualities make them suitable for use as cement, root restoration materials, root canal sealing agents, filling materials, and sustainable, aesthetically pleasing, and reconstructive products.

A Two-Way Communication Between Apical Periodontitis and Various Systemic Disorders: A Narrative Review.

One prevalent inflammatory disorder that affects the mouth is apical periodontitis. It starts with an infection in the tooth's pulp chamber. The periapical bone may eventually deteriorate as a result of this infection spreading there.

Awareness and Constraints towards the Implementation of Green Dentistry amongst Dental Students and Private Practitioners of West India.

Background: Dentistry is a resource-intensive discipline of healthcare that has a notable impact on the environment. Sustainability should be the major consideration for healthcare service providers to support climate change policies. Green dentistry is an efficient strategy for practicing eco-friendly dentistry.

Real-time guided endodontics: A case report of maxillary central incisor with calcific metamorphosis.

Dental trauma results in various complications and poses an enigma to the practitioner. Calcific metamorphosis is one of the sequelae of trauma. A female patient of 35 years visited the specialty clinic of endodontics for the management of a discolored tooth.

Forensic Identification of Endodontically Treated Teeth after Heat-Induced Alterations: An In Vitro Study.

Objective: The study aimed to highlight the relationship between forensic science and endodontics by illustrating CBCT records can be used as legal evidence for forensic analysis and evaluate the effect of elevated temperature on the endodontically treated teeth.

Methods: The present study was conducted on 40 extracted permanent mandibular premolars, which were divided into two groups based on predetermined incineration temperature: Group I - 400°C & Group II - 800°C subjected for 15 minutes holding time in a digital burnout furnace. The root canal treatment was performed for both the groups and a Pre-incineration CBCT scan was taken for both the groups as an ante-mortem data.

Can active signals of cellphone interfere with electronic working length determination of a root canal in a dental clinic? An study.

Objective: To evaluate the interference of active cellphones during electronic working length (EWL) determination of a root canal.

Materials And Methods: Thirty patients requiring root canal treatment in the anterior teeth or premolars having single canal and mature apices were selected for this study. Working length determination was done using no.