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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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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Fonseca Tavares, Warley Luciano, de Carvalho Machado, Vinícius, Oliveira Fonseca, Francielen, Canal Vasconcellos, Betânia, Cruz Guimarães, Luiza, Diniz Viana, Ana Cecília, Feitosa Henriques, Luiz Carlos
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: 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
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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.