New Developments in Endodontic Treatments

A special issue of Clinics and Practice (ISSN 2039-7283).

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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Sciences, Sapienza University, University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy
Interests: restorative dentistry; clinical dentistry; aesthetic dentistry; endodontics; root canal treatment; adhesion
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Dear Colleagues,

It is a great pleasure for me to be Guest Editor for this Special Issue entitled: "New Developments in Endodontics Treatments". Endodontic treatments, in each of their phases, from year-to-year show novelties and the introduction of new materials and new techniques. In light of these recent developments, I expect to receive update articles on Radiographic and Radiation-free Diagnosis, NiTi Rotary Instruments, Irrigants and Root Canal Obturation Materials. The diagnosis of the complex 3D anatomy of the canal system has been deeply studied in recent years in vivo and in vitro with 3D acquisition radiographic systems, which have allowed us to establish interesting results from many aspects.
With increasing attention to the dose of ionizing radiation absorbed by the patient, in the light of the various tests that are repeated every year, more and more attention has been paid to the study of radiation-free imaging examinations. To achieve an adequate level of canal shaping, to allow adequate disinfection and complete obturation of the root canal, NiTi instruments are constantly updated, with the introduction of new alloys and new rotating systems. More and more weight is given to irrigation to the detriment of root canal shaping, with an evident saving of dentin and improvement of the long-term dental prognosis.
I expect to receive articles evaluating different types of irrigants with different activation protocols. In recent years, a great revolution and an important paradigm shift has been represented by the introduction of bioceramic cements, with respect to which scientific research is extremely careful. In light of this information, I expect to receive Original Research papers, Case Reports and Reviews from clinicians or researchers are accepted, with the aim of updating the knowledge of new materials and new techniques in Endodontics.

Prof. Dr. Luca Testarelli
Dr. Rodolfo Reda
Dr. Alessio Zanza
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Keywords

  • endodontics
  • root canal treatment
  • niti rotary
  • irrigants
  • bioceramic sealers
  • root canal filling

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Nickel–Titanium Rotary Instruments: Mechanical and Metallurgical Characteristics
by Alessio Zanza, Rodolfo Reda and Luca Testarelli
Clin. Pract. 2022, 12(1), 94-96; https://doi.org/10.3390/clinpract12010012 - 14 Feb 2022
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During the last two decades, the field of the nickel–titanium (NiTi) rotary instruments has been thoroughly changed by the latest, exciting innovations in both manufacturing technologies and the knowledge of their mechanical performance [...] Full article
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Accuracy of Three Types of Apex Locators versus Digital Periapical Radiography for Working Length Determination in Maxillary Premolars: An In Vitro Study
by Masoumeh Ramezani, Marjan Bolbolian, Mohaddeseh Aliakbari, Ahad Alizadeh, Maryam Tofangchiha, Seyed Mohammad Faegh, Romeo Patini and Giuseppe D’Amato
Clin. Pract. 2022, 12(6), 1043-1053; https://doi.org/10.3390/clinpract12060107 - 12 Dec 2022
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This study aimed to compare the accuracy of three types of apex locators versus digital radiography for working length (WL) determination. This experimental study was conducted on 58 extracted maxillary premolars. The teeth were decoronated, the access cavity was prepared, and WL was [...] Read more.
This study aimed to compare the accuracy of three types of apex locators versus digital radiography for working length (WL) determination. This experimental study was conducted on 58 extracted maxillary premolars. The teeth were decoronated, the access cavity was prepared, and WL was determined using a #15 K-file to serve as reference. The WL was then measured by Woodpex V, Woodpex III, and Root ZX apex locators in the presence of 0.9% saline, and also on a photostimulable phosphor plate (PSP) digital radiograph taken by the parallel technique. The values were compared with the actual WL using the paired t-test (alpha = 0.05). Digital radiography, Root ZX, Woodpex V, and Woodpex III determined the WL within ±0.5 mm from the actual value in 84.48%, 100%, 89.66%, and 87.93% of the cases, respectively. Woodpex V (p = 0.039), Woodpex III (p = 0.001), and Root ZX (p = 0.001) significantly over-estimated the WL. The WL measured on digital radiographs was not significantly different from the actual WL (p = 0.213). The position of the apical foramen (central/lateral) had no significant effect on the accuracy of WL determination by different techniques (p >0.05). Within the limitations of this in vitro study, all the tested modalities showed acceptable accuracy for WL determination in maxillary premolars. Full article
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