Special Issue "Innovative Techniques in Endodontics and Restorative Dentistry"

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Dentistry and Oral Sciences".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2023 | Viewed by 2351

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Department of Periodontology, Endodontology and Cariology, University Centre for Dental Medicine UZB, University of Basel, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
Interests: dentistry endodontics; computed tomography; dental materials; restorative dentistry
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Department of Periodontology, Endodontology and Cariology, University Center for Dental Medicine Basel UZB, University of Basel, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
Interests: endodontics; dental materials; restorative dentistry

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Dentistry is in a constant state of change and has developed very rapidly. This is especially true for the fields of endodontics and restorative dentistry, involving digitalization, 3D imaging, additive manufacturing processes, and much more. This Special Issue aims to collect high-quality original research articles, reviews, and technical notes related to innovative techniques in endodontics and restorative dentistry, such as outcome studies, studies on new restorative materials, endodontic anatomy studies, and research on static and dynamic navigation, to name a few.

We look forward to receiving your submissions.

Dr. Thomas Connert
Dr. Wadim Leontiev
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • endodontics
  • restorative dentistry
  • CBCT
  • endodontic anatomy
  • 3D imaging
  • Additive manufacturing

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Electrochemical Disinfection of Root Canals Bears No Risk of Damaging Periapical Tissues in a Dog Model
Appl. Sci. 2023, 13(14), 8228; https://doi.org/10.3390/app13148228 - 15 Jul 2023
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Boron-doped diamond (BDD) electrodes have been advocated as a potential treatment alternative to the established methods for root canal disinfection. As healing of periapical tissue is important in this context, the associated risk of host tissue damage was to be evaluated. Following in [...] Read more.
Boron-doped diamond (BDD) electrodes have been advocated as a potential treatment alternative to the established methods for root canal disinfection. As healing of periapical tissue is important in this context, the associated risk of host tissue damage was to be evaluated. Following in vitro cell culture experiments (HeLa cells), root canal treatment was performed in an animal trial comparing BDD electrode application and the currently used rinsing media with respect to cell viability and host tissue damage. Statistical analyses comparing the size of radiolucency were based on Kruskal-Wallis and Nemenyi’s All Pairs tests (α = 0.05). The direct application of BDD electrodes had a time-dependent effect on cell viability comparable to H2O2, NaOCl, and CHX application. In contrast to the chemical treatment, the effect of BDD electrodes was transient. Conventionally treated teeth and teeth additionally treated with BDD electrodes did not significantly differ from each other with respect to the size of the periapical radiolucency as observed radiographically (vertical p = 0.998 and horizontal p = 0.878) and histologically (vertical p = 0.940 and horizontal p = 0.862). While showing greater disinfection efficiency, the application of BDD electrodes for the electrochemical disinfection of root canals does not have a greater risk of host tissue damage compared to the conventional treatment. Full article
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Guided Access through Ceramic Crowns with Fiberglass Post Removal in Lower Molars: An In Vitro Study
Appl. Sci. 2023, 13(9), 5516; https://doi.org/10.3390/app13095516 - 28 Apr 2023
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This in vitro study evaluated the accuracy of guided endodontics for the removal of intraradicular fiberglass posts from posterior mandibular teeth and the influence of the operator’s experience in this procedure. Forty root-filled mandibular first molars with an intraradicular fiberglass post were mounted [...] Read more.
This in vitro study evaluated the accuracy of guided endodontics for the removal of intraradicular fiberglass posts from posterior mandibular teeth and the influence of the operator’s experience in this procedure. Forty root-filled mandibular first molars with an intraradicular fiberglass post were mounted onto 20 mandibular models. Guides for access were made following surface scanning and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) using CoDiagnostix software. The models were randomly divided between two operators (n = 20). One was an inexperienced dental surgeon (IN), and the other was a dentist experienced in the guided technique (EX). A postoperative CBCT scan was superimposed on the initial planning, and the means were calculated for the angle and for 3D deviation. The 95% confidence interval (CI) was calculated, and differences between groups were assessed by a t-test. The mean deviation angle was 2.54° (0–5.85°) for IN and 1.55° (0–2.85°) for EX. The mean 3D deviation was 0.44 mm (0.14–0.73 mm) for IN and 0.33 mm (0.11–0.76 mm) for EX. The means of the angle and 3D deviation were significantly different (p = 0.008 and p = 0.049). Guided endodontics was influenced by the operator and allowed access for removing intraradicular fiberglass posts with minimal deviation and greater accuracy for an experienced operator compared with an inexperienced one. Full article
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Accuracy of Guided Endodontics in Posterior Teeth
Appl. Sci. 2023, 13(4), 2321; https://doi.org/10.3390/app13042321 - 10 Feb 2023
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The purpose of this ex vivo study was to determine the accuracy of template-based guided endodontics for access cavity preparation and root canal detection in posterior teeth. First, three maxillary and four mandibular models were constructed using 67 premolars and molars, with a [...] Read more.
The purpose of this ex vivo study was to determine the accuracy of template-based guided endodontics for access cavity preparation and root canal detection in posterior teeth. First, three maxillary and four mandibular models were constructed using 67 premolars and molars, with a total number of 135 main root canals. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and three-dimensional 3D surface scans of each model were performed and matched in order to plan access cavity preparation and design templates virtually. Template-guided access cavity preparation was then performed for each tooth, followed by postoperative CBCT scanning. Deviations between planned and prepared access cavities were measured after superimposition of the pre- and postoperative CBCT scans, and they were analyzed using descriptive and multivariate statistics. All root canals (135/135) were detected utilizing guided endodontics. The mean angle deviation was 1.4 degrees, and the mean deviations at the tip and base of the bur were 0.24–0.31 mm and 0.26–0.29 mm, respectively. This study demonstrated that guided endodontics is an accurate and predictable method for endodontic access cavity preparation in posterior teeth. Full article
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