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Guided Endodontics in Complex Scenarios of Calcified Molars
This study aimed to report a case series and describe the use of guided endodontics in complex symptomatic cases of mandibular and maxillary molars; presenting calcification of all three root canals. The arches of the referred patients were scanned, and high-resolution cone-beam computed tomography...
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Formato: | Online Artículo Texto |
Lenguaje: | English |
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Iranian Center for Endodontic Research
2020
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Acceso en línea: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9723215/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/36704320 http://dx.doi.org/10.22037/iej.v15i1.26709 |
Sumario: | This study aimed to report a case series and describe the use of guided endodontics in complex symptomatic cases of mandibular and maxillary molars; presenting calcification of all three root canals. The arches of the referred patients were scanned, and high-resolution cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging was performed. Then, the taken CBCT and tooth scans were aligned and processed using software. A virtual copy of a drill was superimposed onto the scans and evaluated in 3 dimensions. Subsequently, a 3-dimensional (3D) template was designed and printed. Drilling was performed and a radiograph was taken to confirm its position. The canals were reached and endodontic treatment was performed. At the 12-month follow-up, the teeth were completely asymptomatic. The use of guided endodontics in cases of calcification in molars was demonstrated to be a viable and reliable alternative treatment. The technique was based on 3D planning. |
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