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The Adoption of New Endodontic Technology by Dental Practitioners of Tamil Nadu: A Questionnaire Survey
Abstract: With the development of new technologies, many teeth with guarded prognosis that used to be extracted in the past can be treated by surgical or non-surgical endodontic treatment. The aim of this study was to analyze the adoption of new endodontic technology by Indian dental practitioners. The questionnaire was given in person to the 500 voluntary dentists and collected. The questionnaires contained general demographic data. These questions were regarding different …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Endodontic Considerations: Physiology of the Accessory Canals of the Dental Pulp
Abstract: Access to endodontic therapy by the general population is often limited by the high expense of these procedures (i.e., sometimes requiring the expertise of a dental specialist in Endodontics). The segments of the endodontic apparatus (i.e., periapical complex, accessory canals, and root canal space) with their unique qualities as to spacial relationships, composition of microbial flora, immunological considerations, and host factors, function together leading to the success of initial endodontic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 45–49 Read article
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Preventive Approaches in Endodontic Treatment
Abstract: This manuscript is a review of conservative and preventive approaches to restoration of teeth during and after endodontic procedures (serving to protect them from fracture or recurrent caries). These approaches overcome major barriers in restoring cosmetics and function to the dentition. Forces during condensation of gutta percha, post placement, traumatic occlusion, and recurrent caries are major causes of failure associated with endodontic therapy. A large number of endodontically treated teeth …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Endodontic Retreatment: A Case Report
Abstract: It is imperative to save a functionable tooth rather than sacrificing it. A thought must be given to salvage a failing endodontically treated tooth. The article presents endodontic retreatment of a maxillary first premolar with intra-oral sinus. Locating and treating the second canal coupled with Ca(OH)2intra-canal dressing assisted in achieving the required success. A successful endodontic retreatment enhances dentist’s confidence and patient’s trust concomitantly avoiding psychological trauma of surgical intervention. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–15 Read article
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Potential Role of Blood, Platelet-rich Plasma and Fibrin Concentrates in Regenerative Endodontics
Abstract: This article will review the new concept of regenerative endodontics in salvaging immature permanent teeth. The potential role of blood and platelet concentrates – platelet-rich plasma and platelet-rich fibrin in regeneration protocol will be discussed. MEDLINE and EMBASE computer databases were searched up to June 2011 using the following keywords – immature teeth, dental stem cells, growth factors, regenerative endodontics and platelet concentrates. It appears that stem cells, growth factors, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 38–44 Read article
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Radix Entomolaris: A Clinical Case Report of Endodontic Treatment on Tooth #46
Abstract: Radix entomolaris (RE) is a rare anatomical variation characterized by the presence of an extra root, most often occurring in mandibular molars. This anatomical anomaly can present significant challenges during endodontic treatment, as it alters the traditional root canal morphology, making diagnosis and treatment more complex. In particular, RE is typically found in the mandibular first molar and can complicate canal identification, cleaning, and shaping. This case report describes the …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Extraction of Impacted Lower 3rd Molars immediately after the Single Visit Endodontic treatment of 2nd Molar - A Case Series
Abstract: Patients who visit a dental clinic often anticipate fewer appointments and quicker recovery times. This expectation is particularly relevant when discussing impacted lower third molars in conjunction with decayed second molars. Dentists often struggle with the decision of whether to start endodontic treatment on the second molar or to proceed with extracting the third molar. This dilemma arises due to the absence of sufficient research or documentation specifically addressing the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Clinical Practice: The Differential Diagnosis of Dental Pain
Abstract: In clinical dental practice, patients often present with pain in the oral cavity. While some oral pain may be generalized in nature, the clinician has to consider other factors that involve pain and discomfort. Many symptomatic teeth do not need endodontic treatment – on the contrary, they have undiagnosed occlusal problems, caries, fractures or referred pain. For the teeth needing endodontic treatment, this paper provides several modes of diagnostic methodology. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Mechanism of Odontogenic Pain: Clinical Considerations
Abstract: Management of Dental Pain, especially, in Endodontics requires a clear understanding and comprehensive knowledge of underlying various kinds of nerve fibers, their type, composition, structure, conduction speed and pain associated. Just by attentive audition of Dental History of patient, clinician can predict and comprehend the basic mechanism of the Odontogenic pain which assists him culminating upon a provisional diagnosis. An attempt herein is made to elaborate the different types of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 19–22 Read article
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Maxillary Second Molar with two palatal root canals: a Case Report.
Abstract: Vagaries of endodontic configurations are frequent phenomenon in Clinical settings. Numerous variations are reported in Maxillary Second Molar like C-shaped canals, Second Mesiobuccal canal (MB2) and more than one palatal root and canal. A case is presented where Maxillary Second Molar is exhibiting two widely separated palatal roots with individual canals.
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 11–13 Read article
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Application of Guided Surgery Concepts in the Programming and Intraoperative Management of Apicoectomies using a Surgical Template: A Case Report
Abstract: Apicoectomies are Endodontic Microsurgical procedures that require high precision. However, the state-of-the-art method currently used provides for a certain degree of imprecision as it heavily relies on the clinician’s judgment and experience with the sole aid of preliminary radiographic investigations. This clinical study aims to apply the Surgical Guided Approach, frequently used in Implantology, to Apicoectomies, thereby ensuring higher precision and, therefore, a lower amount of bone tissue loss as …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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The Dental Pulp: Vital Core of Tooth Functionality
Abstract: Dental pulp, an intricately specialized mesenchymal tissue, possesses limited regenerative capabilities attributable to the unique anatomical arrangement and the post-mitotic nature of odontoblastic cells. The process of complete pulp amputation, subsequent disinfection of the pulp space, and the insertion of synthetic materials results in the substantial loss of dentin, leading to enduring consequences such as a non-vital and structurally weakened tooth.Nevertheless, a beacon of hope emerges in the form of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Retreatodontics in Mandibular First Molar: A Case Report
Abstract: Endodontic retreatment is an integral component of the endodontics which encompasses the efforts to salvage a failing previously endodontically treated tooth. A case is presented of a mandibular first molar which was earlier endodontically treated and during the course of a period; it developed symptoms radiographically and clinically. With patience and effort, required success was achieved. Certainly, restoring a tooth to normalcy enhances the clinician’s confidence in his own skill …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 34–35 Read article
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Polymer-Based Chemistry of Carbohydrate-Derived Fulvic Acid and Its Comparative Effect with Chelating Agents on Root Dentin Microhardness
Abstract: The interaction between the polymer science and the endodontic biomaterials field has increased recently while considering the search for chelating agents. CHD-FA (Carbohydrate-Derived Fulvic Acid), a naturally occurring low-molecular-weight polymeric organic acid, has potential chelating and antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. This investigation examines the polymeric chemistry of CHD-FA and compares the effect of CHD-FA with other chelating agents, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), and citric acid, on root dentin microhardness. A total …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1051–1061 Read article
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Dental Pulpotomy and the Public Health
Abstract: From a public health and disease prevention standpoint, tooth retention and oral health (on an individual basis) are the keys to decreasing morbidity and delaying mortality in the human lifetime. Root canal therapy is expensive and time consuming. When faced with the necessity of endodontic treatment for cosmetics, people will usually “find the money” to prevent extraction of an anterior tooth. However, molar root canals are even more expensive and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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C-shaped Canal in Maxillary Second Molar: a Case Report
Abstract: Contemporary knowledge of various possible canal configurations is imperative for a positive outcome of endodontic therapy. Complete canal preparation is further based on the awareness about the possibilities of variations from normal canal configurations. A case is presented here with C-shaped canal configuration of maxillary second molar which has the rare occurrence of 3.8%. Although C-shaped canals are most frequently reported, in literature, in mandibular second molars, recently such types …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Retrieval of a Fractured Cast Metal Post with Ultrasonic and H-File Assembly: A Case Report
Abstract: Non-surgical endodontic re-treatment has a successful long-term outcome for failed root canal cases. However at times it can be complex and challenging. This may sometimes involve the removal of an existing post in the root canal. Various techniques have been advocated for the removal of existing post from the root canal. The present case report is about the successful retrieval of fractured cast post with the help of ultrasonics and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 18–20 Read article
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Comparative Evaluation of Fiber-Reinforced Composite and Elastic Fiber Posts in Reinforcing Peri-Cervical Dentin: an In-Vitro Study
Abstract: This study evaluates the fracture resistance of short-fiber reinforced composite and elastic fiber posts compared to conventional hybrid composites in reinforcing peri-cervical dentin of endodontically treated teeth. Methods: The crowns of thirty single-canal mandibular premolars were resected to achieve a dimension of 4mm from 1mm below the highest point of the proximal cervical line. In Group 1, teeth underwent endodontic treatment with gutta-percha filled up to the cement-enamel junction (CEJ) …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 143–149 Read article
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Influence of Polymeric Carriers on the pH-Modifying Properties of Intracanal Medicaments in Root Canal Treatment
Abstract: Calcium hydroxide (CH) preparations and medicated gutta-percha are widely used intracanal medicaments in root canal treatment. These materials often incorporate polymeric carriers to deliver the CH payload and influence its therapeutic effect. This in-vitro study investigates the impact of different polymeric carriers on the pH-modifying properties of intracanal medicaments within the root canal system. The research focuses on two key aspects: (1) the ability of the polymers to control the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 967–974 Read article
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Review on an Extensive Examination of Current Trends and Advances in Dentistry
Abstract: This comprehensive review delves into current trends and recent advancements shaping the field of dentistry across multiple disciplines. It covers oral anatomy, diagnostic methodologies, preventive and restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, orthodontics, oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, dental education, and ethical considerations.The article explores advancements in imaging technologies, biomarkers, and dental materials, as well as innovations in preventive care, dental implants, root canal therapies, and periodontal treatments. It emphasizes the integration …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–31 Read article