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Li Y, Wang W, Zeng Q, Tang M, Massey J, Bergeron BE, Gu L, Tay FR. Efficacy of pulpotomy in managing irreversible pulpitis in mature permanent teeth: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Dent 2024; 144:104923. [PMID: 38461884 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2024.104923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2024] [Revised: 02/29/2024] [Accepted: 03/02/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES This paper evaluated the success rates of pulpotomy, compared its efficacy with non-surgical root canal treatment (NSRCT), evaluated different pulpotomy techniques, and analyzed the effectiveness of contemporary bioactive materials in managing irreversible pulpitis in mature permanent teeth. DATA SOURCES A comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple databases including PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library. Search was conducted from the inception of each database to the present, adhering to PRISMA 2020 guidelines. STUDY SELECTION Studies were selected through a multi-step screening process, focusing on adult populations, randomized controlled trials, and single-arm trials. DATA Fifteen randomized controlled trials and eight single-arm trials were included. For a follow-up period of more than 24 months, pooled clinical success rate of pulpotomy was 92.9 % (95 %CI;82.1-99.0 %), whereas pooled radiographic success rate was 78.5 % (95 %CI;66.7-88.4 %). Meta-analyses showed that there was no significant difference in success rates between pulpotomy and NSRCT, between full and partial pulpotomy techniques, or between Mineral Trioxide Aggregate pulpotomy and Calcium Enriched Mixture pulpotomy. The results indicated comparable efficacy across these variables. CONCLUSIONS The study highlights the potential of less invasive treatments. Pulpotomy may be a viable alternative to NSRCT for managing irreversible pulpitis in mature permanent teeth. Limitations such as the low quality of some single-arm trials and the high risk of bias in some randomized controlled trials highlight the need for further research to standardize methodologies and broaden literature inclusion for a more comprehensive understanding of the efficacy of pulpotomy, considering the high success rates reported. Clinical Significance This quantitative systematic review recognizes the potential of full or partial pulpotomy as a viable treatment alternative to root canal therapy for managing irreversible pulpitis in mature permanent teeth. Future studies should aim for standardized protocols to validate these findings and improve patient treatment outcomes.
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- Yuanyuan Li
- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Shaanxi International Joint Research Center for Oral Diseases, Center for Tissue Engineering, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, PR China; Department of General Dentistry, Xiamen University Affiliated Chenggong Hospital & The 73rd Army Hospital of Chinese PLA, Amoy, Fujian, PR China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, PR China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guangzhou, PR China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, PR China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guangzhou, PR China
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- The Dental College of Georgia, Augusta University, GA, USA
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- The Dental College of Georgia, Augusta University, GA, USA
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, PR China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guangzhou, PR China.
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- The Dental College of Georgia, Augusta University, GA, USA.
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Ciardo A, Rampf S, Kim TS. Vital root resection with radicular retrograde partial pulpotomy in furcation-involved maxillary molars in patients with periodontitis: Technique description and case series considering clinical and economic aspects. Int Endod J 2024; 57:617-628. [PMID: 38306111 DOI: 10.1111/iej.14031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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AIM Conventional root resection in periodontally compromised furcation-involved maxillary molars requires preceding endodontic treatment and is therefore associated with loss of tooth vitality, higher invasiveness, treatment time and costs, and the risk of endodontic complications. Vital root resection (VRR) could overcome these disadvantages while establishing stable periodontal and endodontic conditions. This case series aimed to introduce the concept of one-stage VRR with radicular retrograde partial pulpotomy (VRRretro). SUMMARY Seven vital maxillary molars with residual probing pocket depths (PPD) ≥ 6 mm and furcation ≥ class 2 of five patients with stage III/IV periodontitis were treated with VRRretro using mineral trioxide aggregate. Teeth with residual through-and-through furcations were additionally tunnelled. Follow-up up to 2.5 years postoperatively during supportive periodontal care included full periodontal status, percussion and thermal sensitivity testing. Periapical radiographs were obtained to rule out possible periradicular radiolucencies. All seven treated molars were in-situ at an average of 26.84 ± 5.37 months postoperatively and were clinically and radiographically inconspicuous independent of tooth position, the resected root, the need for tunnelling and the restorative status. The mean PPD on the seven treated molars was 4.02 ± 0.85 mm (6-10 mm) preoperatively and 2.62 ± 0.42 mm (3-4 mm) at the last follow-up. Clinical attachment level and bleeding on probing could also be decreased. The teeth showed no mobility over time and furcations class 2 were reduced to class 1 while the tunnelled furcations were accessible with interdental brushes. All molars reacted negatively to percussion and positively to thermal sensitivity testing. KEY LEARNING POINTS In carefully selected cases considering patient- and tooth-related factors, VRRretro could be a promising treatment option to establish stable periodontal and endodontic conditions in furcation-involved maxillary molars while preserving tooth vitality.
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- Antonio Ciardo
- Section of Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry, Clinic for Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, Heidelberg Faculty of Medicine, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Section of Endodontology and Dental Traumatology, Department of Conservative Dentistry, Clinic for Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, Heidelberg Faculty of Medicine, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Section of Periodontology, Department of Conservative Dentistry, Clinic for Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, Heidelberg Faculty of Medicine, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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Kumar V, Chawla A, Priya H, Sachdeva A, Sharma S, Kumar V, Logani A. Comparative evaluation of full and partial pulpotomy in permanent teeth with irreversible pulpitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. AUST ENDOD J 2024. [PMID: 38566370 DOI: 10.1111/aej.12844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2023] [Revised: 03/05/2024] [Accepted: 03/23/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to conduct a comparative evaluation of partial and full pulpotomy techniques in cariously exposed teeth with symptoms indicative of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis. Databases such as PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane, and Web of Science were searched. Studies evaluating and/or comparing clinical and/or radiographic success of partial and full pulpotomy in teeth diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis with a minimum of 12 months follow-up were included. The risk of bias (ROB) tool was used for the assessment of ROB. A meta-analysis was conducted to compare the healing outcome of partial and full pulpotomy. Three studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria, there was a low risk of bias in each of the five domains. Full pulpotomy had a higher success rate than partial pulpotomy, according to meta-analysis, but the difference was not statistically significant.
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- Vishal Kumar
- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Public Health Dentistry, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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Gabriel EM, Priyadharshini SS, Sherwood IA, Deepika G, Ragavendran C, Murugadoss V. Treatment outcome of coronal pulpotomy and indirect pulp capping in mature permanent molars with symptoms of moderate pulpitis: A randomized clinical trial. JOURNAL OF CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY AND ENDODONTICS 2024; 27:434-441. [PMID: 38779201 PMCID: PMC11108425 DOI: 10.4103/jcde.jcde_63_24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Revised: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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Aim This clinical trial aimed to compare the clinical success of coronal pulpotomy and indirect pulp capping (IPC) in managing symptomatic deep proximal caries in molars with moderate pulpitis over a 12-month period. Materials and Methods A total of 108 vital mature permanent molars with moderate pulpitis were randomly allocated to the IPC (n = 54) or coronal pulpotomy group (n = 54). Dycal and Biodentine were used as pulp-capping materials, followed by composite restoration. The absence of periapical infection and asymptomatic teeth that positively responded to the cold pulp sensitivity test (only in IPC) was considered posttreatment success at 12 months. Data from the study were analyzed using the Chi-square test and Kaplan-Meier survival analysis. Results There was a statistically significant difference between preoperative symptoms and the cold pulp sensibility test response (P = 0.000), indicating an association between symptoms and pulp sensibility. The average remaining dentine thickness (RDT) value was 0.48 ± 0.5 mm, with no statistically significant difference found between the location of caries and RDT (P = 0.084, P > 0.05). Compared to the IPC group, the pulpotomy group had a greater number of patients at 12 months after treatment that required no intervention. The Kaplan-Meier survival analysis revealed that the mean survival duration for pulpotomy was 48 weeks, and for IPC, it was 42.3 ± 2.35 weeks. Conclusion Coronal pulpotomy with Biodentine proved more effective in reducing symptoms, achieving radiographic success, and ensuring tooth survival compared to IPC with calcium hydroxide.
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- E. Melvin Gabriel
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Enodontics, C. S. I. College of Dental Sciences and Research, Madurai, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Enodontics, C. S. I. College of Dental Sciences and Research, Madurai, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Enodontics, C. S. I. College of Dental Sciences and Research, Madurai, India
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- Department of Cariology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Enodontics, C. S. I. College of Dental Sciences and Research, Madurai, India
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Abdelwahab DH, Kabil NS, Badran AS, Darwish D, Abd El Geleel OM. One-year radiographic and clinical performance of bioactive materials in primary molar pulpotomy: A randomized controlled trial. J Dent 2024; 143:104864. [PMID: 38281619 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2024.104864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2023] [Revised: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 01/30/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) is considered the gold standard material for pulpotomy procedures. However, some drawbacks such as poor handling and long setting time are challenging when it is used as pulpotomy dressing in primary molars in children. Hence, the purpose of this study was to compare the radiographic and clinical performance of a premixed, fast setting bioceramic root repair material (BC RRM-F) with MTA in vital pulpotomy procedures of primary molars, with or without the added seal of a stainless steel crown (SSC). METHODS In this double blinded, four-arm, parallel group randomized contolled trial (RCT), 64 primary molars were randomly allocated to one of the four treatment groups: MTA (PDTM MTA WHITE)+SSC, MTA+GI (bulk fill glass ionomer with glass hybrid technology GC EQUIA Forte® HT), BC RRM-F+GI and BC RRM-F+SCC. All molars were evaluated clinically and radiographically according to the modified Zurn and Seale criteria at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months follow up. Multivariate cox regression models and Kaplan-Meier curves were used for survival analysis. RESULTS There was no statistically significant difference between the success of both pulp capping materials used. Overall survival analysis showed that using GI instead of SCC as a final restorative material was significantly associated with increased risk of failure. CONCLUSIONS TotalFill® BC RRM™ Fast Set Putty can be used as an alternative to MTA in primary molar pulpotomy. Regardless of the pulp capping material, one year survival of pulpotomized primary molars restored with SSC is higher compared to those restored with GC EQUIA Forte® HT. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Clinicians' preference and cost effectiveness may justify the use of either material in primary molar pulpotomy. Parents insisting on tooth-colored restorations for their children's pulpotomized teeth cannot be told that the expectation for success is the same as those restored with SSC, even if calcium silicate-based pulp capping materials are used.
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- Dina Hisham Abdelwahab
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Ain Shams University, Egypt.
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- Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Ain Shams University, Egypt
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- Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Ain Shams University, Egypt
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- Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Ain Shams University, Egypt
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- Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Ain Shams University, Egypt
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Asgary S, Roghanizadeh L, Eghbal MJ, Akbarzadeh Baghban A, Aminoshariae A, Nosrat A. Outcomes and predictive factors of vital pulp therapy in a large-scale retrospective cohort study over 10 years. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2063. [PMID: 38267594 PMCID: PMC10808198 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-52654-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024] Open
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This cohort study evaluated the long-term success/survival of vital pulp therapies (VPTs) after carious pulp exposure in adult teeth. Additionally, factors influencing long-term success were identified. Teeth treated during 2011-2022 in a private clinic were studied with clinical/radiographic follow-ups. Data included patient demographics, tooth specifics, and treatment details. Outcomes were classified as success/failure based on clinical/radiographic findings, with tooth functionality determining the survival rate. Encompassing 1149 patients and 1257 VPT-treated teeth, the average monitoring period was 42.2 months. Overall VPTs' survival and success rates were 99.1% and 91.6%, respectively. Success rates for 768 direct pulp cappings, 217 miniature pulpotomies, and 272 full pulpotomies were 91.9%, 92.6%, and 90.1%, respectively (P > 0.05). Influencing factors included symptomatic irreversible pulpitis (SIP; HR 1.974, 95% CI 1.242-3.137; P = 0.004), radiographic signs of apical periodontitis (AP; HR 2.983, 95% CI 1.961-4.540; P < 0.001), restoration type (HR 2.263, 95%CI 1.423-3.600; P = 0.001), and restoration surfaces (HR 1.401, 95%CI 1.034-1.899; P = 0.030). This study concludes that VPT techniques consistently exhibit high long-term success/survival rates in treating carious pulp exposures. Critical predictors include initial clinical signs of SIP/AP, caries extent, and use of composite restorations.
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- Saeed Asgary
- Iranian Centre for Endodontic Research, Research Institute of Dental Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Dental Research Center, Research Institute of Dental Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Iranian Centre for Endodontic Research, Research Institute of Dental Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Proteomics Research Center, Department of Biostatistics, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Endodontics, CWRU School of Dental Medicine, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Division of Endodontics, Department of Advanced Oral Sciences and Therapeutics, University of Maryland, School of Dentistry, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Private Practice, Centreville Endodontics, Centreville, VA, USA
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Umre U, Sedani S, Patel A, Bansod A, Kriplani S. Pulpotomy for the Management of Irreversible Pulpitis in Mature Teeth. Cureus 2024; 16:e51837. [PMID: 38327954 PMCID: PMC10848179 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.51837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Strict protocols for evaluating the pulp's preoperative state should be developed, along with a new classification scheme for the different pulp states, as case selection plays a major role in the effectiveness of adult pulpotomy. In this case report, a male patient, age 15, who had a carious lower left first molar underwent pulpotomy. The pulp's initial state was ascertained by pulse oximetry, electric pulp testing (EPT), and cold testing. The final diagnosis was symptomatic irreversible pulpitis. A 12-month follow-up period following the placement of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) (MTA Angelus Angelus, Londrina, Brazil; Clinician's Choice, New Milford, CT) and tooth-colored composite restoration revealed no visible anomalies in the postoperative radiographs, and the tooth remained functional and free of symptoms.
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- Utkarsh Umre
- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Prosthodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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Ngamthuam I, Manmontri C, Chompu-Inwai P, Phinyo P, Nirunsittirat A, Chaipattanawan N. Outcomes of coronal pulpotomy on permanent first molars in children: a retrospective cohort study. Clin Oral Investig 2023; 27:7473-7488. [PMID: 37857735 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-023-05336-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/21/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the survival probability of permanent first molars (PFMs) after coronal pulpotomy (CP) using two outcome definitions: success-focused and functional survival-focused, and to identify factors influencing tooth survival. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective cohort study reviewing records of children undergoing CP with calcium silicate-based cements (CSCs) on PFMs. Each CP-treated PFM was classified as success, uncertain, failure, or censored. Survival probability was analyzed using Kaplan-Meier estimators. Success-focused definition considered failures and uncertain outcomes as events, while functional survival-focused definition considered only failures as events. Prognostic factors were analyzed using Cox regression analysis. RESULTS Seventy-seven CP-treated PFMs with a follow-up period of 6-111 months. Using the success-focused definition (two failures and 12 uncertain outcomes as events), survival probabilities were 93.1% (95% CI 84.3-97.1%) at 12 months, 78.7% (95% CI 65.6-87.3%) at 36 months, and 74.9% (95% CI 59.5-89.0%) at 60-111 months. However, with the functional survival-focused definition, survival probabilities were 100% at 12 months and 96.6% (95% CI 86.9-99.1%) at 24-111 months. In multivariable analysis, proximal lesions increased failure risk compared to occlusal lesions (HR 17.17, 95% CI 2.18-135.31, p < 0.01), and resin composite restorations had higher failure risk than stainless steel crowns (HR 13.97, 95% CI 1.49-130.69, p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS CP using CSCs shows long-term survival potential as an alternative treatment for cariously exposed PFMs in children. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Proximal lesions and resin composite restoration could contribute to the lower survival, indicating the need for careful consideration of restoration options and lesion location during treatment planning.
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- Inruja Ngamthuam
- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand.
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- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Department of Family Medicine and Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Clinical Statistics, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
- Musculoskeletal Science and Translational Research (MSTR) cluster, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Community Dentistry, Department of Family and Community Dentistry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Chua SKX, Sim YF, Wang WC, Mok BYY, Yu VSH. One-year outcome of selective caries removal versus pulpotomy treatment of deep caries: A pilot randomized controlled trial. Int Endod J 2023; 56:1459-1474. [PMID: 37795835 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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AIM This study aimed to compare the outcome of SCR and Pulpotomy in teeth with deep caries extending at least 75% into dentine. METHODOLOGY This two-armed, parallel-group, randomized, superiority trial included vital mature permanent teeth with deep primary or secondary caries diagnosed radiographically as being at least 75% into the thickness of dentine, without clinical signs of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis or radiographic evidence of a periapical lesion. Carious teeth were blindly allocated to receive either SCR or Pulpotomy using computer-generated randomized patient codes concealed in opaque envelopes. All teeth were reviewed clinically and radiographically at 6 months and 1 year post-treatment. Using a significance level of p < .05, the log rank test and Cox proportional hazards regression were used to compare the outcome of SCR and Pulpotomy and to identify potential prognostic factors, respectively. RESULTS In all, 58 teeth in the SCR group and 55 teeth in the pulpotomy group completed treatment, after excluding 6 teeth because they did not complete the allocated treatment and another due to severe periodontal disease. At one year, 57/58 (98.3%) teeth from the SCR group and 48/55 (87.3%) teeth from the Pulpotomy group were available for analysis. One tooth in the Pulpotomy group (2.1%) and eight teeth in the SCR group (14.0%) required the further intervention of root canal treatment (p < .05). There were no other significant prognostic factors for survival. Overall, 91.4% of teeth treated with either SCR or Pulpotomy survived without requiring further intervention over a period of one year. No other adverse events occurred over the review period. CONCLUSION Within the limitations of this study, Pulpotomy fares better than SCR in preserving the remaining pulp and periapical health. As a treatment modality, Pulpotomy carries greater cost outlay to patient and takes a longer time to complete treatment than SCR. Long-term follow-up is needed to study the pulpal and restorative outcomes of Pulpotomy and SCR.
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- S K X Chua
- National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS), Singapore City, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS), Singapore City, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS), Singapore City, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS), Singapore City, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
- Oral Care Health Innovation and Designs Singapore (ORCHIDS), National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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Zenaldeen R, Kaddoura R, Alzoubi H, Achour H, Aljabban O. Partial Pulpotomy in Mature Permanent Molars with Symptoms Indicated Irreversible Pulpitis Using MTA: A Study of Three Case Reports over Four-Year Follow-Up. Case Rep Dent 2023; 2023:1344101. [PMID: 37885448 PMCID: PMC10598476 DOI: 10.1155/2023/1344101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2023] [Revised: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
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VPT is vital pulp therapy, a biologically based procedure that combines several therapeutic techniques to maintain the entire or a portion of the dental pulp. Interest in VPT has grown due to recent developments in bioactive materials and an understanding of biological pulp reparative responses. This case report is aimed at evaluating the success rate of partial pulpotomy in permanent molars with symptoms indicating irreversible pulpitis using MTA and presenting with extremely deep carious lesions over four years of follow-up. All patients came with spontaneous and severe pain. Each tooth was isolated with a rubber dam and disinfected with 5.25% NaOCl before caries excavation. After caries removal, a partial pulpotomy was performed on 2-3 mm of the exposed pulp. Bleeding time was recorded after hemostasis was achieved, and then MTA was placed over the exposed pulp. The permanent restoration was placed after pulp capping, and postoperative periapical radiographs were taken. Patients were scheduled for clinical and radiological examinations for four years based on 6-month intervals. All teeth revealed a successful outcome throughout the follow-up periods (clinically and radiographically) with complete resolution of clinical signs and symptoms. Partial pulpotomy using MTA might be an effective long-term management strategy for permanent molars clinically diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis.
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- Rami Zenaldeen
- Department of Endodontics and Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Endodontics and Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Endodontics and Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Endodontics and Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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Jakovljevic A, Jaćimović J, Aminoshariae A, Fransson H. Effectiveness of vital pulp treatment in managing nontraumatic pulpitis associated with no or nonspontaneous pain: A systematic review. Int Endod J 2023; 56 Suppl 3:340-354. [PMID: 35579062 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2022] [Revised: 05/10/2022] [Accepted: 05/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND The exposed pulp has been the topic of numerous studies, but well-designed and well-executed comparative trials on the outcome and treatment of these teeth have been limited. OBJECTIVES This study was conducted to answer the following questions: in patients with nontraumatic pulpitis associated with no or nonspontaneous pain in permanent teeth, (i) is direct pulp capping or pulpotomy (partial/full) as effective as selective or stepwise caries removal [Population/participants, Intervention(s), Comparator(s)/control, Outcome(s) (PICO) 1], (ii) is pulpotomy (partial/full) as effective as direct pulp capping (PICO 2) and (iii) is pulpotomy (partial/full) as effective as a pulpectomy (PICO 3), in terms of a combination of patient and clinical reported outcomes, with 'tooth survival' as the most critical outcome? METHODS A literature search was conducted using Clarivate Analytics' Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials from inception to November 3rd 2021. Grey literature and contents of the major subject journals were examined. Eligibility criteria followed the PICO questions. Two independent reviewers performed study selection, data extraction and appraisal; disagreements were resolved by a third reviewer. The risk of bias was assessed by the revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials. RESULTS Three randomized clinical trials (RCTs) were included in the review. No study fulfilled the criteria to answer PICO 1. There were no significant differences in the reported outcomes between investigated treatments in all included RCTs. None of the included studies reported the most critical outcome 'tooth survival'. A high loss of patients during the follow-up period was observed. DISCUSSION Although a few studies fulfilled strict eligible criteria, the results of this systematic review clearly highlight a paucity of available evidence. At the present time, clinical decisions cannot be substantiated by direct comparative trials. CONCLUSIONS Based on limited evidence, this systematic review discovered no significant differences in effectiveness between compared vital pulp treatments in managing nontraumatic pulpitis associated with no or nonspontaneous pain. Further high-quality RCTs are necessary to investigate the effectiveness of direct pulp capping or pulpotomy (partial/full) compared to selective or stepwise caries removal. REGISTRATION PROSPERO database (CRD42021259742).
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- Aleksandar Jakovljevic
- Department of Pathophysiology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Central Library, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dental Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden
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Tzanetakis GN, Koletsi D, Georgopoulou M. Treatment outcome of partial pulpotomy using two different calcium silicate materials in mature permanent teeth with symptoms of irreversible pulpitis: A randomized clinical trial. Int Endod J 2023; 56:1178-1196. [PMID: 37452640 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2023] [Revised: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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AIM To assess the clinical and radiographic outcome of partial pulpotomy by comparing MTA Angelus and Total Fill BC, as pulpotomy agents, in mature teeth with deep caries and symptoms indicative of irreversible pulpitis. METHODOLOGY The study was designed as a parallel-two arm, double-blind, randomized superiority clinical trial registered at www. CLINICALTRIALS gov (NCT04870398). Symptomatic mature permanent teeth with deep caries fulfilling the inclusion criteria were randomly treated using either MTA Angelus or Total Fill BC. A partial pulpotomy was performed and following complete haemostasis, the capping material was placed over the remaining pulp tissue and a postoperative periapical radiograph was taken. Clinical and radiographic follow-up evaluation was performed for a median time of 2 years, whereas levels of pain intensity were evaluated preoperatively and for 7 days after intervention using Visual Analogue Scale. For the primary outcome (failure/success of treatment), the Kaplan-Meier survival curves for the capping materials were plotted and a log-rank test for equality of survivor functions was applied. A multivariable random effects Cox Regression model was also applied. For the secondary outcome (postoperatively reported pain), a multivariable mixed effects ordinal logistic regression was structured. RESULTS One hundred and thirty-seven teeth in 123 patients underwent partial pulpotomy using randomly either MTA Angelus (N = 74) or Total Fill BC (n = 63). The percentage failure for MTA Angelus and Total Fill BC was 10.8% (8/74) and 17.5% (11/63), respectively, but the difference was not statistically significant [adjusted HR: 1.83; 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.68, 4.91; p = .23]. Weak evidence was found that secondary caries involvement may impose a 3.54 times greater hazard for treatment failure (adjusted HR: 3.54; 95% CI: 1.00, 12.51; p = .05). For each passing minute of procedural bleeding control, there was also a 57% higher hazard for treatment failure (adjusted HR: 1.57; 95% CI: 0.99, 2.48; p = .05). The odds for higher postoperative pain were 4.73 times greater for the Total Fill BC compared to MTA Angelus (adjusted OR: 4.73; 95% CI: 2.31, 9.66; p < .001). CONCLUSIONS Both materials exhibited similar and favourable outcome rates after partial pulpotomy in teeth with deep caries and symptoms of irreversible pulpitis. Total Fill BC was associated with a higher level of postoperative pain intensities.
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- Giorgos N Tzanetakis
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Clinic of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Center of Dental Medicine, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
- Meta-Research Innovation Center at Stanford (METRICS), Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Joo Y, Lee T, Jeong SJ, Lee JH, Song JS, Kang CM. A randomized controlled clinical trial of premixed calcium silicate-based cements for pulpotomy in primary molars. J Dent 2023; 137:104684. [PMID: 37660882 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2023.104684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2023] [Revised: 08/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/29/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to verify the non-inferiority of Endocem MTA Premixed and Well-Root PT, compared with ProRoot MTA in the pulpotomy of primary molars. In addition, we tried to determine the factors that affect the prognosis of pulpotomy in primary molars. METHODS This randomized clinical trial enrolled 158 molars of 52 children; 153 teeth were finally included and divided into three groups: ProRoot MTA (n = 50), Endocem MTA Premixed (n = 53), and Well-Root PT (n = 50). Clinical and radiographic follow-up was performed at 3, 6, and 12 months postoperatively and at the last visit post-treatment. Data were analyzed using the Fisher's exact test, Cox regression analysis, and the Kaplan-Meier survival curve method. RESULTS The success rates in the ProRoot MTA, Endocem MTA Premixed, and Well-Root PT were 92, 84.9 and 82%, respectively. The cumulative survival rates did not differ significantly among the materials. Among the investigated variables, only ΔF and ΔF max significantly affected the success rates. In the multivariate survival tree model, significant unfavorable survival was observed when the ΔF value was -14.4 or less (hazard ratio, 7.56; P = 0.0295). CONCLUSIONS Considering the clinical effectiveness of Endocem MTA Premixed and Well-Root PT and the operational convenience as a premixed type, they can be used as advantageous materials in the pulpotomy of primary molars in pediatric patients. The QLF method is a useful diagnostic method that can establish treatment plans and determine the prognosis of pulpotomy based on the ΔF value in primary molars. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Endocem MTA Premixed and Well-Root PT can confer high success rates and are non-inferior to ProRoot MTA in pulpotomy for primary molars. We also showed that QLF technology can be applied to predict the success/failure and prognosis of pulpotomies in primary molars.
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- Youngseo Joo
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Yonsei University, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seoul 03722, Korea
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Yonsei University, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seoul 03722, Korea
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- Statistics Support Part, Medical Science Research Institute, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Yonsei University, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seoul 03722, Korea
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Yonsei University, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seoul 03722, Korea
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Yonsei University, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seoul 03722, Korea.
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Tomson PL, Vilela Bastos J, Jacimovic J, Jakovljevic A, Pulikkotil SJ, Nagendrababu V. Effectiveness of pulpotomy compared with root canal treatment in managing non-traumatic pulpitis associated with spontaneous pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int Endod J 2023; 56 Suppl 3:355-369. [PMID: 36209498 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2022] [Revised: 10/05/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pulpitis characterized by spontaneous pain can result in debilitating pain. Dogma has existed to offer only have two treatment options, namely root canal treatment (RCT) or extraction, although pulpotomy has always remained a potential treatment modality. OBJECTIVE This review aimed to answer the following research question: 'Does pulpotomy (partial or full) (I) result in better patient and clinical reported outcomes (O), compared with RCT (C) in permanent teeth with pulpitis characterized by spontaneous pain (P) evaluated at various time intervals?' (T). METHODS Two authors independently performed study selection, data extraction and risk of bias assessment. The literature search was conducted in the following electronic databases: Clarivate Analytics' Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials. English language clinical trials comparing the patient and clinical reported outcomes between RCT and pulpotomy were included. The meta-analysis was performed on a fixed-effect model and the quality of evidence assessed by the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE) approach. RESULTS Two randomized clinical trials were included. Amongst two trials, one has published four reports at different time points involving the same cohorts. The meta-analysis revealed no difference in postoperative pain (Day 7) between RCT and pulpotomy (OR = 0.99, 95% CI 0.63-1.55, I2 = 0%) and quality of evidence was graded as 'High'. Clinical success was high at year 1, 98% for both interventions, however, decreased over time to 78.1% (pulpotomy) and 75.3% (RCT) at 5 years. DISCUSSION Pulpotomy is a definitive treatment modality that is as effective as RCT. This could have a significant impact on treatment of such patients affording the advantages of retaining a vital pulp and preventing the need for RCT. CONCLUSION This review could only include two trials, hence there is insufficient evidence to draw robust conclusions. The clinical data accumulated so far suggests no difference in pain between RCT and pulpotomy at Day 7 postoperatively and a single randomized control trial suggests that the clinical success rate for both treatment modalities is similar long term. There is a need for more well-designed trials by different research groups to develop a stronger evidence base in this area. REGISTRATION PROSPERO database (CRD42021259744).
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- Phillip L Tomson
- Institute of Clinical Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Central Library, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Pathophysiology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Division of Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, International Medical University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Yoshpe M, Kaufman AY, Lin S, Malul M, Ashkenazi M. Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Pulpotomies in Vital Permanent Teeth with Carious Pulp Exposure: A Pioneering Retrospective Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2023; 16:555-559. [PMID: 37731810 PMCID: PMC10507297 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10005-2483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/22/2023] Open
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Purpose Vital partial pulpotomy (PP) or cervical pulpotomy (CP) in carious pulp-exposed permanent teeth preserves tooth vitality, promotes pulp healing, decreases treatment costs, and shortens treatment duration, which is a significant factor in treating noncooperative children. The aim of this retrospective study was to compare clinical and radiographic outcomes of partial and CP in vital carious-exposed permanent teeth. Materials and methods All vital permanent teeth with carious pulp exposure, treated by pulpotomy using mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) during 2017-2019, by two operators in one dental center, were included in the study. Around 118 permanent teeth in 97 children and adolescents (mean age 10.9 years) were evaluated 6-57 months postoperatively. Results The total success rates of CP and PP were 82.5 and 80.8%, respectively (p = nonsignificant). The only factor that significantly affected the success rate was the presence of preoperative periapical pathology. Teeth without such pathology showed an 87.3% success rate compared to 74.1 and 58.3% in teeth with preoperative enlarged periodontal ligament (PDL) or with periapical radiolucency, respectively (p = 0.0301). Demographic variables, maturation state of the tooth, type of tooth (incisor, premolar, molar), postoperative variables, such as the presence of radiographic dentinal bridge, partial or full obliteration of the pulp during the follow-up period, and the integrity of the final restoration during the recall examinations did not affect the success rate of the treatment. Conclusion Partial and CP in vital permanent teeth with carious pulp exposure in children and adolescents might be a reliable alternative to full root canal treatment (RCT). How to cite this article Yoshpe M, Kaufman AY, Lin S, et al. Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Pulpotomies in Vital Permanent Teeth with Carious Pulp Exposure: A Pioneering Retrospective Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2023;16(4):555-559.
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- Margarita Yoshpe
- Faculty of Dental Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel; Department of Endodontics, Hadassah Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel; Dental Medical Center, Ashdod, Israel
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- Department of Endodontology, (Professor Emeritus) The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University (TAU), Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Endodontic, School of Graduate Dentistry, Rambam Health Care Campus, Ruth & Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel; The Israeli National Center for Trauma Emergency & Emergency Medicine Research, Gertner Institute; Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
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- Pediatric Dentistry Clinic, Oral Medicine Unit, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
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Aldeen RZ, Aljabban O, Almanadili A, Alkurdi S, Eid A, Mancino D, Haikel Y, Kharouf N. The Influence of Carious Lesion and Bleeding Time on the Success of Partial Pulpotomy in Permanent Molars with Irreversible Pulpitis: A Prospective Study. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:700. [PMID: 37370631 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10060700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 06/03/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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This prospective study aimed to evaluate the success rate of partial pulpotomy using mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), in permanent molars with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis. Moreover, this study aimed to investigate the effect of carious lesion depth and activity and bleeding time on the outcome of partial pulpotomy. Forty permanent molars with deep and extremely deep carious lesions clinically diagnosed with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis were included. The status of the carious lesion was evaluated clinically and radiographically to determine its activity (rapidly or slowly progressing) and depth (deep or extremely deep). A partial pulpotomy was performed and MTA was used. Clinical and radiographic analysis were performed at 3, 6 and 12 months. Chi-square analysis and Fisher's exact test were used. Scanning electron microscope and energy dispersive X-rays were used to investigate the crystalline structures and their chemical composition onto MTA surfaces after immersion in several conditions. The partial pulpotomy was 88.9% successful, with no significant difference in outcome between deep and extremely deep carious lesions (p = 0.22) or between rapidly and slowly progressing lesions (p = 0.18). Nevertheless, all failed cases were associated with rapidly progressing lesions and extremely deep lesions. All failures occurred when the bleeding time was more than 3 min (p = 0.10). Different crystalline structures were detected on MTA surfaces, with higher calcium percentages in PBS conditions. Within the limitations of the present study, favorable results demonstrated that MTA might be recommended as a suitable agent for partial pulpotomy in permanent molars with irreversible pulpitis. The depth and activity of the carious lesion as well as the bleeding time are important factors in the success of partial pulpotomy treatment. The prolonged bleeding time and the extremely deep rapidly progressing caries could be related with the failure cases in partial pulpotomy treatment of irreversible pulpitis.
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- Rami Zen Aldeen
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus 0100, Syria
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus 0100, Syria
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- Department of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus 0100, Syria
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus 0100, Syria
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University, Damascus 0100, Syria
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- Department of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, INSERM UMR_S 1121, Strasbourg University, 67000 Strasbourg, France
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Strasbourg University, 67000 Strasbourg, France
- Pôle de Médecine et Chirurgie Bucco-Dentaire, Hôpital Civil, Hôpitaux Universitaire de Strasbourg, 67000 Strasbourg, France
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- Department of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, INSERM UMR_S 1121, Strasbourg University, 67000 Strasbourg, France
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Strasbourg University, 67000 Strasbourg, France
- Pôle de Médecine et Chirurgie Bucco-Dentaire, Hôpital Civil, Hôpitaux Universitaire de Strasbourg, 67000 Strasbourg, France
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- Department of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, INSERM UMR_S 1121, Strasbourg University, 67000 Strasbourg, France
- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Strasbourg University, 67000 Strasbourg, France
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Kahler B, Taha NA, Lu J, Saoud TM. Vital pulp therapy for permanent teeth with diagnosis of irreversible pulpitis: biological basis and outcome. Aust Dent J 2023; 68 Suppl 1:S110-S122. [PMID: 37986231 DOI: 10.1111/adj.12997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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Root canal treatment (RCT) has been considered the conventional standard for the management of teeth with carious pulp exposure, particularly in mature teeth presenting with symptoms. Following a better understanding of the histopathology of deep carious lesions, the histology of the cariously exposed pulp and the healing potential of the inflamed pulp, vital pulp therapy (VPT) is increasingly adopted around the world for the management of permanent teeth with clinical signs and symptoms indicative of irreversible pulpitis. Furthermore, VPT became a recognized treatment modality by the European Society of Endodontology (ESE) and the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) by virtue of its high success rates reported in outcome studies using contemporary hydraulic calcium silicate-based cements. However, proper case selection, strict asepsis, capping materials and good coronal seal are mandatory for success. The aim of this paper is to review the biological basis for VPT in symptomatic teeth with carious pulp exposure and to report on the outcome of pulpotomy in teeth with clinical diagnosis of irreversible pulpitis.
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- B Kahler
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, School of Dentistry, The University of Sydney, Surrey Hills, New South Wales, Australia
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- Conservative Dentistry Department, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Fujian Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Benghazi, Benghazi, Libya
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Dong X, Xu X. Bioceramics in Endodontics: Updates and Future Perspectives. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:bioengineering10030354. [PMID: 36978746 PMCID: PMC10045528 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10030354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023] Open
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Bioceramics, with excellent bioactivity and biocompatibility, have been widely used in dentistry, particularly in endodontics. Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) is the most widely used bioceramic in endodontics. Recently, many new bioceramics have been developed, showing good potential for the treatment of endodontic diseases. This paper reviews the characteristics of bioceramics and their applications in various clinical endodontic situations, including root-end filling, root canal therapy, vital pulp therapy, apexification/regenerative endodontic treatment, perforation repair, and root defect repair. Relevant literature published from 1993 to 2023 was searched by keywords in PubMed and Web of Science. Current evidence supports the predictable outcome of MTA in the treatment of endodontic diseases. Although novel bioceramics such as Biodentine, EndoSequence, and calcium-enriched mixtures have shown promising clinical outcomes, more well-controlled clinical trials are still needed to provide high-level evidence for their application in endodontics. In addition, to better tackle the clinical challenges in endodontics, efforts are needed to improve the bioactivity of bioceramics, particularly to enhance their antimicrobial activity and mechanical properties and reduce their setting time and solubility.
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- Xu Dong
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China;
- Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China;
- Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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Duncan HF, El-Karim I, Dummer PMH, Whitworth J, Nagendrababu V. Factors that influence the outcome of pulpotomy in permanent teeth. Int Endod J 2023; 56 Suppl 2:62-81. [PMID: 36334098 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2022] [Revised: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 11/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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The promotion of minimally invasive treatments focussed on the maintenance of pulp vitality has become a priority area in Endodontics. These vital pulp treatments (VPT) include partial and full pulpotomy, during which diseased coronal pulp tissue is removed prior to placement of a capping biomaterial and restoration. Traditionally, pulpotomies were confined to the treatment of carious primary and traumatized permanent teeth. However, these treatments have now been proposed as definitive solutions for cariously exposed permanent teeth with mild symptoms or even symptoms indicative of irreversible disease. Until recently, it was recommended that carious exposure of mature permanent teeth be managed by root canal treatment. The promotion of pulpotomy as an alternative treatment has opened up a wave of laboratory and clinical research aimed at improving therapies or evaluating clinical outcomes. In modern evidence-based endodontics, it is imperative that the outcomes of both partial and full pulpotomy are considered and important prognostic factors identified, so that improvements can be made to aid clinical decision-making and to direct new research. In this narrative review, the outcomes of partial and full pulpotomy are discussed, before analysis of patient, intraoperative and postoperative factors that influence the outcome of the pulpotomy procedure. The review highlights that although partial and full pulpotomy for the treatment of even pulpal disease are highly successful procedures, this is based on low-quality evidence with a lack of prospective, comparative trials investigating potential prognostic factors. Based on current evidence, it appears that age, gender, tooth type, root development and intraoperative pulpal haemorrhage do not impact significantly on pulpotomy outcome, whilst others such as caries depth, inflammatory status of the pulp, capping material, level of inflammatory pulpal-biomarkers and the final restoration integrity do. Other factors, including the influence of exposure type, periodontal condition, pulpal lavage, magnification, operator experience, isolation of the operating field and type of pulpotomy, require further experimental investigation before definitive conclusions can be made relating to the success of the pulpotomy procedure. Finally, there is not only a need for future well-designed prospective research addressing these issues but also a widening of our understanding of outcome to include patient-reported as well as clinician-reported outcomes.
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- Henry F Duncan
- Division of Restorative Dentistry & Periodontology, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin Dental University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Medicine Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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- School of Dentistry, College of Biomedical and Life Sciences, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
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- School of Dental Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE
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Hu X, Liang Z, Wang Q, Liu L. A retrospective study of iRoot BP Plus pulpotomy compared with Vitapex pulpectomy for irreversible pulpitis of primary molars with the presence of coronal pulp tissue. Int J Paediatr Dent 2023; 33:216-226. [PMID: 36453980 DOI: 10.1111/ipd.13037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2022] [Revised: 11/20/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pulpotomy has been successfully performed in immature and mature permanent teeth with irreversible pulpitis but rarely in primary teeth. AIM To evaluate the outcomes of iRoot BP Plus pulpotomy and Vitapex pulpectomy in primary molars with irreversible pulpitis. DESIGN We selected 130 primary molars of 99 patients, aged 3-7 years, diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis with coronal pulp tissue and treated with iRoot BP Plus pulpotomy or Vitapex pulpectomy (median follow-up period: 18 months). They were divided into the pulpotomy (n = 88) and pulpectomy (n = 42) groups according to treatment procedure. The pulpotomy group was further divided into asymptomatic (n = 46) and symptomatic (n = 42) subgroups according to preoperative symptoms. The chi-squared test and Cox regression were performed to analyze the outcomes. RESULTS Clinical and radiographic success rates were significantly higher in the pulpotomy group (98.9% and 95.5%) than in the pulpectomy group (88.1% and 54.8%) and did not differ significantly between asymptomatic and symptomatic pulpotomy subgroups. CONCLUSION Irreversible pulpitis of primary molars with coronal pulp tissue can be successfully treated with iRoot BP Plus pulpotomy. Early intraradicular resorption of materials is the main adverse outcome of Vitapex pulpectomy.
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- Xiaoyan Hu
- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Department of Basic Science of Stomatology, Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.,Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Department of Basic Science of Stomatology, Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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Jassal A, Nawal RR, Yadav S, Talwar S, Yadav S, Duncan HF. Outcome of partial and full pulpotomy in cariously exposed mature molars with symptoms indicative of irreversible pulpitis: A randomized controlled trial. Int Endod J 2023; 56:331-344. [PMID: 36403208 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Revised: 10/20/2022] [Accepted: 11/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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AIM The aim of this study was to assess and compare the clinical and radiographic outcome of partial pulpotomy and full pulpotomy using Biodentine in cariously exposed mature molar teeth with symptoms indicative of irreversible pulpitis. METHODOLOGY This study is an unicentric, double-arm, randomized superiority clinical trial with parallel experimental groups, registered under CTRI (CTRI/2019/12/022559). Fifty mature permanent molar teeth with carious exposures with symptoms indicative of irreversible pulpitis were randomly allocated equally into two groups. Partial pulpotomy (PP) and full pulpotomy (FP) were performed in the first and second group, respectively, following standardized protocols. Exposed pulp tissue was removed up to a depth of 2-3 mm for partial pulpotomy, whereas complete coronal pulp tissue was removed up to the level of root orifices for full pulpotomy. Haemostasis was achieved with placement of 2.5% sodium hypochlorite-moistened cotton pellets placed on amputated pulp tissue for a maximum of 10 min. Biodentine was used as the pulp capping material. Pain scores were evaluated using 11-point Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) preoperatively, at 24 h, 48 h and 7th day after the intervention(s). Clinical and radiographic evaluation was done at 3 months, 6 months and 1 year. The data were statistically analysed using chi-squared test, Mann-Whitney U-test, Friedman's test and Wilcoxon signed-rank test. The significance level was pre-determined at p < .05. Cumulative survival probabilities were assessed at 12 months using Kaplan-Meier analysis. RESULTS Intra-group analysis of pain scores revealed significant reduction in pain scores preoperatively and at 24 h, 48 h and 7th day in both the groups. However, the difference in the pain score(s) reduction between both the groups was not statistically significant at any time interval (p > .05). At 1-year follow-up, the success rate was 88% (22/25) and 91.6% (22/24) for PP and FP respectively (p > .05). CONCLUSIONS Partial pulpotomy showed comparable results to full pulpotomy in terms of clinical/radiographic treatment outcome. If the long-term results remain the same, partial pulpotomy can be proposed as an alternative treatment modality for mature teeth with cariously exposed pulp tissue presenting with signs of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis.
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- Ashima Jassal
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Restorative Dentistry, Dublin Dental University Hospital, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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Philip N, Suneja B. Minimally invasive endodontics: a new era for pulpotomy in mature permanent teeth. Br Dent J 2022; 233:1035-1041. [PMID: 36526777 PMCID: PMC9758046 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-022-5316-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2022] [Accepted: 06/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Emerging clinical and histologic evidence is challenging the long-established dogma that root canal treatment (RCTx) is the only therapeutic option for preservation of vital mature permanent teeth diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis or carious pulp exposure. Vital pulp therapy procedures like pulpotomy are not only technically simpler and more economical, but also afford patients a host of other benefits over conventional RCTx. This narrative review provides an update on the contemporary understanding of pulp pathophysiology and defence mechanisms, the proposed new diagnostic terminologies for pulpal inflammation, and how the biological characteristics of hydrophilic calcium silicate cements have enabled consistent successful outcomes for pulpotomy-treated mature teeth. The paper also details the evidence base from clinical trials and systematic reviews conducted over the past decade and outlines the practical treatment considerations for pulpotomy in mature permanent teeth.
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- Nebu Philip
- College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar.
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- Baba Jaswant Singh Dental College and Hospital, Ludhiana, India
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Zhang M, Xiong Y, Wang X, Wang Y, Cai Y, Xu J, Zhang C, Li J. Factors affecting the outcome of full pulpotomy in permanent posterior teeth diagnosed with reversible or irreversible pulpitis. Sci Rep 2022; 12:20280. [PMID: 36434032 PMCID: PMC9700813 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-24815-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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This study aimed to investigate the factors affecting the success rate of full pulpotomy in permanent posterior teeth with pulpitis. The study included 105 permanent posterior teeth clinically diagnosed as reversible or irreversible pulpitis in 92 patients aged 18-82 years. All teeth underwent a full pulpotomy using mineral trioxide aggregate as a capping material and were recalled for clinical and radiographic evaluation at 3, 6, 12, and 24 months postoperatively. The overall success rate after the 12-month review was above 90%, and failed cases mainly occurred during the first 12 months after treatment. In this study, the treatment outcome of pulpotomy was not related to sex, or tooth position and the cause of pulpitis. To analyze the influence of age on the treatment outcome, all the teeth were allocated to three groups: group 1 (18-39 years); group 2 (40-59 years); and group 3 (≥ 60 years). A significant difference in success rate was found between groups 1 and 3 (P = 0.014). These results suggest that pulpotomy can be used as an alternative treatment for permanent mature teeth diagnosed with pulpitis and that aging is one factor affecting the treatment outcome.
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- Min Zhang
- grid.89957.3a0000 0000 9255 8984Department of Geriatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 136 Hanzhong Road, Nanjing, 210029 People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational Medicine, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
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- grid.89957.3a0000 0000 9255 8984Department of Geriatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 136 Hanzhong Road, Nanjing, 210029 People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational Medicine, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
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- grid.89957.3a0000 0000 9255 8984Department of Geriatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 136 Hanzhong Road, Nanjing, 210029 People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational Medicine, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
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- grid.89957.3a0000 0000 9255 8984Department of Geriatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 136 Hanzhong Road, Nanjing, 210029 People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational Medicine, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
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- grid.89957.3a0000 0000 9255 8984Department of Geriatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 136 Hanzhong Road, Nanjing, 210029 People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational Medicine, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
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- grid.89957.3a0000 0000 9255 8984Department of Geriatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 136 Hanzhong Road, Nanjing, 210029 People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational Medicine, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
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- grid.194645.b0000000121742757Restorative Dental Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region People’s Republic of China
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- grid.89957.3a0000 0000 9255 8984Department of Geriatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, 136 Hanzhong Road, Nanjing, 210029 People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China ,Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center of Stomatological Translational Medicine, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
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A Pilot Feasibility Study to Establish Full Pulpotomy in Mature Permanent Teeth with Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis as a Routine Treatment in Mexican Public Healthcare Services. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10122350. [PMID: 36553875 PMCID: PMC9778542 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10122350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Symptomatic irreversible pulpitis is a common dental disease for which root canal treatment (RCT) has been the standard treatment. However, in many countries, RCT is considered a high-cost treatment that is not covered by public healthcare services; this forces patients to have dental extraction as their only option to relieve pain. In the last decade, several investigations have provided evidence that an alternative treatment known as full pulpotomy (FP) could be an alternative for patients who could not afford the cost of an RCT. Nevertheless, evidence is lacking on the success rate that could be obtained if it is performed in a public dental care clinic (PDCC). The present investigation has two main objectives. To be the first approach of a multicentric feasibility study to find out whether an FP performed by a general practice dentist (GPD) in a PDCC could be suitable and establish its success rate and patient satisfaction. Patients attending a PDCC with symptoms of irreversible pulpitis were invited to participate. FP was performed and followed up at 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12 months. The treatment success was assessed by combining three variables, patient satisfaction, clinical, and radiographic outcomes. Forty-one patients from 17 to 78 years old received the intervention. In total, 97.5% were completely satisfied with the treatment and were considered successful since none of the clinical or radiographic variables were present in any of the follow-ups. An FP performed by a GPD in a PDCC could be suitable as a routine treatment for symptomatic irreversible pulpitis due to the excellent success rate and patient satisfaction.
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Outcome of pulpotomy in permanent teeth with irreversible pulpitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Sci Rep 2022; 12:19664. [PMID: 36385132 PMCID: PMC9669040 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-20918-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Treatment planning is key to clinical success. Permanent teeth diagnosed with "irreversible pulpitis" have long been implied to have an irreversibly damaged dental pulp that is beyond repair and warranting root canal treatment. However, newer clinical approaches such as pulpotomy, a minimally invasive and biologically based procedure have re-emerged to manage teeth with pulpitis. The primary aim of the study was to conduct a meta-analysis to comprehensively estimate the overall success rate of pulpotomy in permanent teeth with irreversible pulpitis as a result of carious pulp exposure. The secondary aim of the study was to investigate the effect of predictors such as symptoms, root apex development (closed versus open), and type of pulp capping material on the success rate of pulpotomy. Articles were searched using PubMed, Scopus, CENTRAL, and Web of Science databases, until January 2021. Outcomes were calculated by pooling the success rates with a random effect model. Comparison between the different subgroups was conducted using the z statistic test for proportion with significance set at alpha = 0.05. A total of 1,116 records were retrieved and 11 studies were included in the quantitative analysis. The pooled success rate for pulpotomy in teeth with irreversible pulpitis was 86% [95% CI: 0.76-0.92; I2 = 81.9%]. Additionally, prognostic indicators of success were evaluated. Stratification of teeth based on (1) symptoms demonstrated that teeth with symptomatic and asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis demonstrated success rate of 84% and 91% respectively, with no significant difference (p = 0.18) using z-score analysis; (2) open apex teeth demonstrated a significantly greater success rate (96%) compared to teeth with closed apex (83%) (p = 0.02), and (3) pulp capping materials demonstrated that Biodentine yielded significantly better success rates compared to Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA), calcium hydroxide, and Calcium Enriched Mixture (CEM.) Collectively, this is the first meta-analytical study to determine the clinical outcome of pulpotomy for carious teeth with irreversible pulpitis and it's predictors for success. Moreover, we identify the stage of root development and type of biomaterial as predictors for success of pulpotomy.
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Ricucci D, Rôças IN, Alves FR, Cabello PH, Siqueira JF. Outcome of direct pulp capping using calcium hydroxide: a long-term retrospective study. J Endod 2022; 49:45-54. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2022.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2022] [Revised: 10/24/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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An Updated Review on Properties and Indications of Calcium Silicate-Based Cements in Endodontic Therapy. Int J Dent 2022; 2022:6858088. [PMID: 36349079 PMCID: PMC9637478 DOI: 10.1155/2022/6858088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Regarding the common use of calcium silicate cements (CSCs) in root canal therapy, their position in the context of past and present dentistry agents can provide a better understanding of these materials for their further improvement. In this context, the present review article addresses a wide range of recent investigations in the field of CSC-based products and describes details of their composition, properties, and clinical applications. The need for maintaining or reconstructing tooth structure has increased in contemporary endodontic treatment approaches. This research thus discusses the attempts to create comprehensive data collection regarding calcium ion release, bond strength, alkalinizing activity and bioactivity, and the ability to stimulate the formation of hydroxyapatite as a bioactive feature of CSCs. Sealing ability is also highlighted as a predictor for apical and coronal microleakage which is crucial for the long-term prognosis of root canal treatment integrity. Other claimed properties such as radiopacity, porosity, and solubility are also investigated. Extended setting time is also mentioned as a well-known drawback of CSCs. Then, clinical applications of CSCs in vital pulp therapies such as pulpotomy, apexification, and direct pulp capping are reviewed. CSCs have shown their benefits in root perforation treatments and also as root canal sealers and end-filling materials. Nowadays, conventional endodontic treatments are replaced by regenerative therapies to save more dynamic and reliable hard and soft tissues. CSCs play a crucial role in this modern approach. This review article is an attempt to summarize the latest studies on the clinical properties of CSCs to shed light on the future generation of treatments.
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Radwanski M, Caporossi C, Lukomska-Szymanska M, Luzi A, Sauro S. Complicated Crown Fracture of Permanent Incisors: A Conservative Treatment Case Report and a Narrative Review. BIOENGINEERING (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 9:bioengineering9090481. [PMID: 36135027 PMCID: PMC9495796 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering9090481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2022] [Revised: 09/04/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Dental trauma may have a severe impact on the social and psychological wellbeing of a patient. Most cases of dental injuries involve anterior teeth, especially the maxillary upper incisors. Crown fractures, with or without pulp exposure, are the most common trauma in permanent dentition. There are many methods of management, in which the initial state of the pulp, the time since the injury, and the presence of an accompanying injury play a key role. This case report aimed at showing a possible conservative treatment after complicated tooth fracture that consisted of partial pulpotomy followed by adhesive reattachment of the tooth fragment using a technique based on heated resin composite. Such a specific procedure represents a conservative approach to traumatic coronal lesions, providing a suitable opportunity to maintain the tooth vitality, aesthetics, and function. Indeed, reattachment of tooth fragment using a composite/adhesive is a simple technique to achieve excellent results in terms of aesthetic and function.
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- Mateusz Radwanski
- Department of Endodontics Chair, Conservative Dentistry, Endodontics Medical University of Lodz, 251 Pomorska Str., 92-213 Lodz, Poland
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- Department of General Dentistry, Medical University of Lodz, 251 Pomorska Str., 92-213 Lodz, Poland
- Correspondence: (M.L.-S.); (S.S.); Tel.: +48-426-757461 (M.L.-S.)
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- Group of Dental Biomaterials and Minimally Invasive Dentistry, Department of Dentistry, Cardenal Herrera-CEU Universities, C/Santiago Ramón y Cajal, s/n., Alfara del Patriarca, 46115 Valencia, Spain
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- Group of Dental Biomaterials and Minimally Invasive Dentistry, Department of Dentistry, Cardenal Herrera-CEU Universities, C/Santiago Ramón y Cajal, s/n., Alfara del Patriarca, 46115 Valencia, Spain
- Department of Therapeutic Dentistry, I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, 119146 Moscow, Russia
- Correspondence: (M.L.-S.); (S.S.); Tel.: +48-426-757461 (M.L.-S.)
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Abu Hasna A, de Paula Ramos L, Campos TMB, de Castro Lopes SLP, Rachi MA, de Oliveira LD, Carvalho CAT. Biological and chemical properties of five mineral oxides and of mineral trioxide aggregate repair high plasticity: an in vitro study. Sci Rep 2022; 12:14123. [PMID: 35986029 PMCID: PMC9391469 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-17854-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Calcium silicate-based cements have diverse applications in endodontics. This study aimed to evaluate the antibiofilm action, biocompatibility, morphological structure, chemical composition and radiopacity of Five Mineral Oxides (5MO), Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Repair High Plasticity (MTA Repair HP), and Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) cements. MTT analysis was used to test the antibiofilm action of these cements against five anaerobic microorganisms, and test their biocompatibility with mouse macrophage (RAW 264.7) and osteoblasts (MG-63) cultures. Their morphological structure and chemical composition were evaluated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) coupled to energy dispersion X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), and the phase analysis was performed by X-ray diffraction (XRD). Conventional radiography was used to assess the radiopacity of the cements. 5MO, MTA Repair HP and MTA were effective against Porphyromonas gingivalis, Parvimonas micra, Fusobacterium nucleatum and Prevotella intermedia, they were biocompatible with macrophages and osteoblasts after 5 min of contact, and they had adequate radiopacity to be used clinically. Bismuth oxide (Bi2O3) is used as a radiopacifier in MTA and 5MO, and calcium tungstate, in MTA Repair HP. Titanium dioxide (TiO2) (ANATASE) is responsible for the antimicrobial action and biocompatibility of 5MO.
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- Amjad Abu Hasna
- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XDepartment of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University – UNESP, Av. Eng. Francisco José Longo Avenue 777, São José dos Campos, São Paulo CEP 12245-000 Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XDepartment of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University – UNESP, São José dos Campos, São Paulo Brazil
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- grid.419270.90000 0004 0643 8732Physics Department, Aeronautics Technological Institute (ITA), São José dos Campos, São Paulo Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XDepartment of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University – UNESP, São José dos Campos, São Paulo Brazil
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- grid.449576.d0000 0004 5895 8692Department of Operative Dentistry, Syrian Private University (S.P.U), Damascus, Syria
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XDepartment of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University – UNESP, São José dos Campos, São Paulo Brazil
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- grid.410543.70000 0001 2188 478XDepartment of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University – UNESP, Av. Eng. Francisco José Longo Avenue 777, São José dos Campos, São Paulo CEP 12245-000 Brazil
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Wisniewski J, Norooz S, Callahan D, Mohajeri A. Survey of Vital Pulp Therapy Treatment in Permanent Dentition Being Taught at U.S. Dental Schools. J Endod 2022; 48:1107-1112. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2022.06.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Fouad AF. Molecular Characterization of Irreversible Pulpitis: A Protocol Proposal and Preliminary Data. FRONTIERS IN DENTAL MEDICINE 2022. [DOI: 10.3389/fdmed.2022.867414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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IntroductionAn attempt to determine the association of a large array of inflammatory proteins in pulpitis with precise measurement of clinical signs and symptoms, and to correlate these findings with levels in peripheral blood has not been reported. Such an analysis could serve to identify key clinical findings and potential biomarkers to predict the prognosis of vital pulp therapy. The aim of this study was to undertake a preliminary, proof-of-concept study to correlate the levels of key inflammatory mediators in cariously exposed dental pulp of adults with reversible or irreversible pulpitis, and no apical periodontitis, with a panel of subjective and objective diagnostic clinical findings as well as the status of the pulp upon exposure. Pulpal and peripheral blood inflammatory mediators were also compared.MethodsDental pulp and peripheral blood were sampled. The Luminex technology was used to assess the expression of a panel of 45 inflammatory proteins to determine their association with clinical signs and symptoms of reversible or irreversible pulpitis.ResultsData from three pulpal and three peripheral blood samples were used for the analysis. The correlation of levels of the 45 proteins in the inflamed dental pulp and peripheral blood was 0.87. The pulp had significantly higher levels of these proteins collectively than peripheral blood (t-test, p = 0.047). The following proteins had correlated at a level of ≥0.8 with the duration of pain with cold: MMP-12, MMP-9, RANTES, MIP-2, MCP-1, MMP-2, MMP-1, and P-Selectin. Relatively high correlations (0.5-0.75) were also present between these proteins and presenting pain level.ConclusionsSeveral pulpal proteins correlated well with spontaneous and evoked pain parameters. Peripheral blood may not be necessary in future similar studies. Finally, additional data is needed to identify candidate proteins to be investigated as potential markers of truly irreversible pulp inflammation.
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[Evaluation of bioceramic putty repairmen iRoot and mineral trioxide aggregate in mature permanent teeth pulpotomy]. BEIJING DA XUE XUE BAO. YI XUE BAN = JOURNAL OF PEKING UNIVERSITY. HEALTH SCIENCES 2022. [PMID: 35165477 PMCID: PMC8860637 DOI: 10.19723/j.issn.1671-167x.2022.01.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the clinical characteristics and effectiveness of pulpotomy in mature permanent teeth with bioceramic putty repairmen iRoot and mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA). METHODS Pulpotomy was performed on mature permanent premolars and molars with carious exposures at the Department of General Dentistry of Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, from November 2017 to September 2019. The patients were randomly divided into 2 groups, Group iRoot (n=22) and Group MTA (n=21). In Group iRoot, bioceramic putty repairmen iRoot was used as pulp capping agent, while in Group MTA, mineral trioxide aggregate was used as pulp capping agent. All the patients had signed informed consent forms. The clinical efficacy was evaluated by clinical examinations (temperature and electrical activity test) and imaging examinations 3, 6, and 12 months after surgery. Blinding was used for the patients and evaluators, but due to the obvious differences in the properties of the two pulp capping agents, the blinding method was not used for the treatment provider (the attending physician). RESULTS There was no significant difference in gender, average age, dentition and tooth position distribution between the two groups (P>0.05). In the study, 7 cases were lost to follow-up 12 months after operation (4 cases in Group iRoot, and 3 cases in Group MTA). One case in each of the two groups had transient sensitivity at the end of the 3-month follow-up, and the pulp vitality was normal at the end of the 6-month follow-up. One case in Group iRoot showed sensitivity at the end of the 12-month follow-up. The success rates of the two groups at the end of 12-month follow-up were 100%, and the cure rates were 94.4% (Group iRoot) and 100% (Group MTA), respectively, and the difference was not statistically significant (P>0.05). No cases in Group iRoot had obvious crown discoloration, while 3 cases in Group MTA had. CONCLUSION The clinical characteristics and effectiveness of pulpotomy in mature permanent teeth with bioceramic putty repairmen iRoot were similar with MTA. Bioceramic putty repairmen iRoot is an acceptable material when used in pulpotomy of mature permanent teeth. Because it is not easy to cause tooth discoloration after treatment and is convenient to operate, bioceramic putty repairmen iRoot has a better clinical application prospect.
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Beauquis J, Setbon HM, Dassargues C, Carsin P, Aryanpour S, Van Nieuwenhuysen JP, Leprince JG. Short-Term Pain Evolution and Treatment Success of Pulpotomy as Irreversible Pulpitis Permanent Treatment: A Non-Randomized Clinical Study. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11030787. [PMID: 35160239 PMCID: PMC8836521 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11030787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2022] [Revised: 01/25/2022] [Accepted: 01/29/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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The objective of this work was to evaluate (1) the short-term evolution of pain and (2) the treatment success of full pulpotomy as permanent treatment of irreversible pulpitis in mature molars. The study consisted of a non-randomized comparison between a test group (n = 44)—full pulpotomy performed by non-specialist junior practitioners, and a control group (n = 40)—root canal treatments performed by specialized endodontists. Short-term pain score (Heft–Parker scale) was recorded pre-operatively, then at 24 h and 7 days post-operatively. Three outcomes were considered for treatment success: radiographic, clinical and global success. For short-term evolution of pain, a non-parametric Wilcoxon test was performed (significance level = 0.05). For treatment success, a Pearson Chi square or Fisher test were performed (significance level = 0.017–Bonferroni correction). There was no significant difference between test and control groups neither regarding short term evolution of pain at each time point, nor regarding clinical (80% and 90%, respectively) or global success (77% and 67%, respectively). However, a significant difference in radiographic success was observed (94% and 69%, respectively). The present work adds to the existing literature to support that pulpotomy as permanent treatment could be considered as an acceptable and conservative treatment option, potentially applied by a larger population of dentists.
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- Julien Beauquis
- Adult and Child Dentistry, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, 1200 Brussels, Belgium; (C.D.); (P.C.); (S.A.); (J.-P.V.N.)
- DRIM Research Group & Advanced Drug Delivery and Biomaterials, Louvain Drug Research Institute, UCLouvain, 1200 Brussels, Belgium;
- Correspondence: (J.B.); (J.G.L.)
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- DRIM Research Group & Advanced Drug Delivery and Biomaterials, Louvain Drug Research Institute, UCLouvain, 1200 Brussels, Belgium;
- Private Practice, Av. Louise 391, 1050 Brussels, Belgium
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- Adult and Child Dentistry, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, 1200 Brussels, Belgium; (C.D.); (P.C.); (S.A.); (J.-P.V.N.)
- DRIM Research Group & Advanced Drug Delivery and Biomaterials, Louvain Drug Research Institute, UCLouvain, 1200 Brussels, Belgium;
- Private Practice, Rue Edmond Laffineur 9, 1300 Wavre, Belgium
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- Adult and Child Dentistry, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, 1200 Brussels, Belgium; (C.D.); (P.C.); (S.A.); (J.-P.V.N.)
- DRIM Research Group & Advanced Drug Delivery and Biomaterials, Louvain Drug Research Institute, UCLouvain, 1200 Brussels, Belgium;
- Private Practice, All. de la Minerva 2, 1150 Brussels, Belgium
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- Adult and Child Dentistry, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, 1200 Brussels, Belgium; (C.D.); (P.C.); (S.A.); (J.-P.V.N.)
- DRIM Research Group & Advanced Drug Delivery and Biomaterials, Louvain Drug Research Institute, UCLouvain, 1200 Brussels, Belgium;
- Private Practice, Rte du Lion 10, 1420 Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium
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- Adult and Child Dentistry, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, 1200 Brussels, Belgium; (C.D.); (P.C.); (S.A.); (J.-P.V.N.)
- DRIM Research Group & Advanced Drug Delivery and Biomaterials, Louvain Drug Research Institute, UCLouvain, 1200 Brussels, Belgium;
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- Adult and Child Dentistry, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, 1200 Brussels, Belgium; (C.D.); (P.C.); (S.A.); (J.-P.V.N.)
- DRIM Research Group & Advanced Drug Delivery and Biomaterials, Louvain Drug Research Institute, UCLouvain, 1200 Brussels, Belgium;
- Correspondence: (J.B.); (J.G.L.)
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Seck A, Ndiaye D, Niang SO, Leye Benoist F, Fioretti F, Toure B. Evaluation of complete pulpotomy with Biodentine® on mature permanent molars with signs and symptoms of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis: 12 months follow-up. J Endod 2021; 48:312-319. [PMID: 34974080 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2021.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Revised: 12/21/2021] [Accepted: 12/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Complete pulpotomy is the removal of the coronal portion of a vital pulp and is a means of preserving the vitality of the remaining root portion. The objective of this study was to evaluate the 12-month success rate of complete pulpotomy with Biodentine® on mature permanent molars with signs and symptoms of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 68 molars diagnosed with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis in 68 patients aged 20 years and older were included in this study. The exclusion criteria were intraoperative clinical signs of pulp necrosis on the molar to be treated such as no bleeding, or uncontrollable pulp hemorrhage (more than 5 min of hemostasis) on at least one canal. A complete pulpotomy with Biodentine® was performed on molars with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis by the same operator and with the same protocol. At 12-month post-operative follow-up was conducted to evaluate clinical and radiological success. RESULTS A total of 66 patients received complete pulpotomy. Fifty-two could be examined at 12 months postoperatively. Clinical and radiological analysis at 12 months postoperatively revealed a success rate of 87% (45/52 molars) and a failure rate of 13% (7/52 molars). There was a relationship between age, tooth type, pre-operative periapical condition and treatment success with P<0.05. CONCLUSION Compliance with the indications and protocol for complete pulpotomy with Biodentine® on mature permanent molars with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis gives positive results at 12 month follow-up.
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Department of Odontostomatology, Faculty of Medicine, Pharmacy and Odontology, Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar, Sénégal.
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Department of Odontostomatology, Faculty of Medicine, Pharmacy and Odontology, Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar, Sénégal
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Department of Odontostomatology, Faculty of Medicine, Pharmacy and Odontology, Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar, Sénégal
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Department of Odontostomatology, Faculty of Medicine, Pharmacy and Odontology, Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar, Sénégal
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- University of Strasbourg, Faculty of Dental Surgery of Strasbourg, INSERM UMR 1260, Pôle de Médecine et Chirurgie Bucco-Dentaire des Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg, France
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Department of Odontostomatology, Faculty of Medicine, Pharmacy and Odontology, Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar, Sénégal
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Outcomes of root canal therapy or full pulpotomy using two endodontic biomaterials in mature permanent teeth: a randomized controlled trial. Clin Oral Investig 2021; 26:3287-3297. [PMID: 34854987 PMCID: PMC8636579 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-021-04310-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Accepted: 11/20/2021] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The concept of minimally invasive endodontics recommends less-invasive vital pulp therapy (VPT) modalities over more aggressive traditional endodontic approaches in mature permanent teeth with carious pulp exposure, including irreversible pulpitis (IP) cases. Consequently, VPT needs to be compared with root canal therapy (RCT) in terms of treatment outcomes. This randomized clinical trial compares the results of full pulpotomy using two calcium-silicate cements, i.e., mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and calcium-enriched mixture (CEM) cement, with RCT in mature permanent teeth. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 157 carious pulp exposure cases in two academic centers with/without established IP were selected/included/randomly appointed to three study arms; (i) RCT (n = 51) as the reference treatment, (ii) pulpotomy with ProRoot MTA (PMTA; n = 55), and (iii) pulpotomy with CEM cement (PCEM; n = 51) as two alternative VPT treatments. Two-year clinical/radiographic results were the outcomes of interest. Data were statistically analyzed through the analysis of variance, chi-square, Fisher exact test, and Kruskal-Wallis. RESULTS At 2-year recall, 147 teeth were examined (6.4% dropout). All molars, except for one, were clinically functional/symptom-free, and there was no statistical difference between the three study arms (p = 0.653). The radiographic success rates in RCT, PMTA, and PCEM arms were 98%, 100%, and 97.9%, respectively, without statistically significant differences (p = 0.544). CONCLUSION In the management of mature permanent teeth with/without established IP, all experimental groups exhibited equivalent/comparable results. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Simple VPT using MTA/CEM can be suggested/recommended as a viable advantageous alternative to RCT for the management of carious pulp exposures with/without sign/symptoms of IP.
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Vafaei A, Nikookhesal M, Erfanparast L, Løvschall H, Ranjkesh B. Vital pulp therapy following pulpotomy in immature first permanent molars with deep caries using novel fast-setting calcium silicate cement: A retrospective clinical study. J Dent 2021; 116:103890. [PMID: 34780875 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2021.103890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/10/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To compare the success rate of vital pulp therapy following complete pulpotomy in immature first permanent molars, during caries treatment, using novel fast-setting calcium silicate cement (Novel CSC) versus MTA. METHODS Six- to eight- years old children, who received pulpotomy of first immature permanent molar using one layer novel CSC (Protooth) or two layers slow-setting MTA (MTA Angelus) covered with glass ionomer were recalled for radiographic and clinical evaluation after two years. The effects of cement type, age, gender, jaw, anesthesia type, and restoration type were assessed on the clinical success of pulpotomy and continued root formation (apexogenesis) as the treatment outcome. RESULTS Out of 366 included teeth in the study, 316 teeth were available for statistical analysis. The mean observation time was 28.2 ± 2.7 months. Novel CSC showed significantly higher clinical success rate (93.1%) compared to MTA (84.5%). Restored teeth with stainless steel crowns after pulpotomy and treatments performed under general anesthesia had a statistically significant effect on treatment outcome in contrast to age, gender, and jaw type. CONCLUSION The observations of this retrospective study suggested that the success rate of vital pulp therapy following complete pulpotomy using one layer fast-setting novel CSC was significantly higher than slow-setting MTA covered with glass ionomer. Treatment under general anesthesia and restoration using stainless steel crowns influenced the treatment outcome. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Novel fast-setting calcium silicate cement is a promising new biomaterial for vital pulp therapy in immature permanent molars that allows complete root formation overtime with apexogenesis. Clinicians must also be aware of the importance of immediate definitive restoration and proper sealing and isolation in vital pulp therapy.
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- Ali Vafaei
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, Section for Oral Ecology and Caries Control, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, Section for Prosthetic Dentistry, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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Guan X, Zhou Y, Yang Q, Zhu T, Chen X, Deng S, Zhang D. Vital Pulp Therapy in Permanent Teeth with Irreversible Pulpitis Caused by Caries: A Prospective Cohort Study. J Pers Med 2021; 11:jpm11111125. [PMID: 34834477 PMCID: PMC8620894 DOI: 10.3390/jpm11111125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2021] [Revised: 10/19/2021] [Accepted: 10/30/2021] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Background: When a tooth is diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis, root canal therapy (RCT) is generally performed to completely remove pulp tissue, which might lead to a higher risk of loss of vascularity, and teeth being more prone to fracture. Vital pulp therapy (VPT) is a personalized method of treating irreversible pulpitis, which conforms to the trend of minimally invasive endodontics. The remaining vital pulp could promote the physiological development of the roots of young permanent teeth with incomplete apical foramen. However, clear guidelines for VPT indication are still missing. Objective: This prospective cohort study evaluated the outcomes of vital pulp therapy (VPT) using iRoot BP Plus (Innovative Bioceramix Inc, Vancouver, BC, Canada) in permanent teeth of 6- to 20-year-old patients with irreversible pulpitis caused by caries and analyzed the preoperative factors affecting VPT prognosis. Methods: Fifty-nine permanent teeth in 59 patients with irreversible pulpitis caused by caries were treated with VPT using iRoot BP Plus. All patients received VPT under a standardized protocol. After informed consent, teeth were isolated with a dental dam, then operators performed VPT with iRoot BP Plus and restored the teeth with composite resin or stainless steel crown. Patients were postoperatively recalled after 3, 6 and 12 months and then recalled annually. Successful cases were defined as successful in both clinical and radiographic evaluations. A statistical analysis was performed using the Fisher exact test, and the level of significant difference was p < 0.05. Results: After 6–36 months of follow-up, a total of 57 teeth from 57 patients were accessible for evaluation. The mean age of subjects was 11.75 ± 3.81 years. The overall clinical and radiographic success rate of VPT was 91.2% (52/57). With an observation time of one year or more, the success rate was 90.5% (38/42). All the symptoms and physical examination findings showed no significant effect on VPT prognosis (p > 0.05) using a binary logistic regression model. Conclusions: Permanent teeth in 6- to 20-year-old patients diagnosed as irreversible pulpitis caused by caries can be successfully treated with VPT using iRoot BP Plus.
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Aravind A, R R, Sharma R, Rana A, Sharma S, Kumar V, Chawla A, Logani A. Response to Pulp Sensibility Tests after Full Pulpotomy in Permanent Mandibular Teeth with Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis: A Retrospective Data Analysis. J Endod 2021; 48:80-86. [PMID: 34715134 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2021.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2021] [Revised: 10/14/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION This retrospective study analyzed the 12-month pulp sensibility (cold and electric) test response after mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) full pulpotomy in mature permanent teeth with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis. METHODS The records of 120 subjects from 3 completed and 1 ongoing clinical study on MTA full pulpotomy were retrieved. Ninety-six first and second mandibular molar teeth with a diagnosis of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis that underwent a single-visit MTA full pulpotomy and had completed a 12-month clinical, radiographic, and pulp sensibility (cold and electric) test follow-up were included. The data were analyzed using the Fisher exact test, the Pearson chi-square test, and the McNemar test. The significance level was predetermined at P < .05. RESULTS A higher percentage of teeth (94.7%) responded to the electric pulp test in comparison with the cold test (13.5%) (P < .05). Sex-based responses to the electric pulp test (P > .05) and the cold test were similar (P > .05). The age-based response was similar for the electric pulp test (P > .05) but was significant for the cold test (P < .05). The tooth quadrant (left and right), the tooth (mandibular first and second molar), and the location of restoration (proximal or occlusal) did not influence the response of either the electric pulp test (P > .05) or the cold test (P > .05). At the 1-year follow-up, all the teeth that were classified as clinically and radiographically successful responded to the electric pulp test; however, only 13 teeth responded to the cold test (P = .00). CONCLUSIONS The majority (94.7%) of the teeth that underwent MTA full pulpotomy responded to the electric pulp test at a 1-year time interval.
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
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Llena C, Hernández M, Melo M, Sanz JL, Forner L. Follow-up of patients subjected to direct and indirect pulp capping of young permanent teeth. A retrospective study. Clin Exp Dent Res 2021; 7:429-435. [PMID: 33382210 PMCID: PMC8404490 DOI: 10.1002/cre2.362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2020] [Revised: 11/08/2020] [Accepted: 11/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE A retrospective study of the success rate of direct pulp capping (DPC) and indirect pulp capping (IPC) was carried out in children between 6-14 years-old, considering separately primary caries or caries affecting teeth with molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH). MATERIAL AND METHODS Data were collected in a dental public health service. Following the inclusion criteria, 232 treatments were analyzed. Success was defined by the presence of a functional tooth without clinical signs or symptoms of pulpal or periapical disease. The success rate was correlated to patient gender, the affected tooth and the indication of therapy using the chi-squared and Fisher exact test. The success time related to treatment type was evaluated through the Mann-Whitney test. RESULTS The IPC and DPC success rate was 99.4%, and 84.6%, respectively (p = .01). Success was significantly lower when caries affected teeth with MIH than when caries affected teeth without MIH (p = .01). The mean survival for DPC and IPC was 14.07 ± 1.30 and 15.98 ± 0.80 months, respectively (p = .07). CONCLUSIONS When caries were located in teeth that were not affected by MIH, IPC was significantly more successful than DPC, but did not differ significantly when caries were placed in teeth with MIH. Key points Minimally invasive therapy is a successful approach for decayed young permanent teeth. The success of IPC was greater than the success of DPC wen caries was placed in teeth not affected by MIH. In teeth not affected by MIH the success of DPC or IPC did not differ significantly.
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- Departament of StomatologyUniversitat de ValènciaValenciaSpain
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- Departament of StomatologyUniversitat de ValènciaValenciaSpain
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- Departament of StomatologyUniversitat de ValènciaValenciaSpain
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- Departament of StomatologyUniversitat de ValènciaValenciaSpain
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R R, Aravind A, Kumar V, Sharma S, Chawla A, Logani A. Influence of occlusal and proximal caries on the outcome of full pulpotomy in permanent mandibular molar teeth with partial irreversible pulpitis: A prospective study. Int Endod J 2021; 54:1699-1707. [PMID: 34101859 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2021] [Revised: 06/04/2021] [Accepted: 06/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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AIM To assess the influence of occlusal and proximal deep carious lesions on the outcome of full pulpotomy performed in mandibular teeth with pulpal diagnosis of symptomatic partial irreversible pulpitis. METHODOLOGY Eighty deep carious mandibular molar teeth with clinical and radiographic diagnosis of symptomatic partial irreversible pulpitis without periapical rarefaction from patients of either gender between the age of 16-35 years were included. Depending upon the location of deep carious lesion, the teeth were distributed equally into occlusal (n = 40) and proximal caries groups (n = 40). Full pulpotomy was performed under local anaesthesia and aseptic conditions. The pulp tissue was removed until the root canal orifices, and 2.5% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) was applied to arrest pulpal bleeding. Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) was compacted over the radicular pulp. Teeth were restored with resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC) and bulk-fill composite resin. Pre- and post-operative pain was assessed at 24, 48 and 72 h using a 11-point Numerical Rating Scale (NRS). Patients were followed at 6 and 12 months for clinical and radiographic evaluation. Asymptomatic teeth without any radiographic evidence of periapical rarefaction were considered successful. The data were analysed using the Shapiro-Wilk W test, two-sample Wilcoxon rank-sum test, Pearson chi-square test, Fisher's exact test and Kappa coefficient. The significance level was predetermined at p < .05. RESULT An intergroup comparison revealed that the pre- and post-operative pain scores at 24, 48 and 72 h were not significantly different (p > .05). At the end of follow-up period (12 months), success of full pulpotomy in occlusal and proximal caries group was 95% and 92.5%, respectively (p = .644). For both groups, the combined success rate of full pulpotomy was 93.75%. CONCLUSION The site of carious lesions (i.e., occlusal or proximal) did not affect the clinical and radiographic outcome of full pulpotomy performed in mature permanent mandibular teeth with symptomatic partial irreversible pulpitis.
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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Partial pulpotomy without age restriction: a retrospective assessment of permanent teeth with carious pulp exposure. Clin Oral Investig 2021; 26:365-373. [PMID: 34076771 PMCID: PMC8791876 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-021-04007-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2021] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Objectives This study aimed to retrospectively evaluate clinical and radiographic outcomes of partial pulpotomy performed in permanent teeth with carious pulp exposure. Materials and methods Records of patients undergoing treatment at an undergraduate dental clinic between 2010 and 2019 were screened for partial pulpotomies in teeth with a presumptive diagnosis of normal pulp or reversible pulpitis. The follow-up had to be ≥ 1 year. Patient data were retrieved and analyzed using Mantel-Cox chi square tests and Kaplan–Meier statistics. The level of significance was set at α = 0.05. Results Partial pulpotomy was performed in 111 cases, of which 64 (58%) fulfilled the eligibility criteria. At the time of partial pulpotomy, the mean age was 37.3 (± 13.5) years (age range 18–85). The mean observation period was 3.1 (± 2.0) years. Two early failures (3.1%) and five late failures (7.7%) were recorded. The overall success rate of maintaining pulp vitality was 89.1%, with 98.4% tooth survival. The cumulative pulp survival rates of partial pulpotomy in patients aged < 30 years, between 30 and 40 years, and > 40 years were 100%, 75.5%, and 90.5%, respectively, with no significant difference between the age groups (p = 0.225). At follow-up, narrowing of the pulp canal space and tooth discoloration were observed in 10.9% and 3.1% of cases, respectively. Conclusions Across age groups, partial pulpotomy achieved favorable short and medium-term outcomes in teeth with carious pulp exposure. Clinical relevance Adequate case selection provided, partial pulpotomy is a viable operative approach to treat permanent teeth with deep carious lesions irrespective of patients’ age.
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Pulpal Response to the Combined Use of Mineral Trioxide Aggregate and Iloprost for Direct Pulp Capping. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/app11083702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Purpose: The present study aims to assess the combined effects of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and iloprost when used as a pulp capping material on pulpal inflammation and tertiary dentin formation compared with MTA and iloprost alone in rat molar teeth. Methods: Eighty maxillary first molar rat teeth were exposed and capped with iloprost solution, MTA, or MTA mixed with iloprost (MTA-iloprost). The cavities were then filled with resin-modified glass ionomer. The cavity was restored with glass ionomer without the use of pulp capping agent in the control group. The rats were sacrificed after one and four weeks. Block sections of the molar specimens were prepared and subjected to hematoxylin and eosin staining for evaluation. Statistical analysis was done using the Kruskal–Wallis test, followed by Dunnett’s test. Results: At week one, the control group showed significantly more severe pulpal inflammatory reactions than the iloprost (p = 0.00), MTA (p = 0.04), and MTA-iloprost (p = 0.00) groups. Hard tissue formation was commonly found in the iloprost, MTA, and MTA-iloprost groups. After four weeks, pulpal tissue degeneration was observed in the control group. Complete hard tissue barriers were found in 50%, 72.7%, and 77.8% of the specimens in iloprost, MTA, and MTA-iloprost groups, respectively, with no significant differences among the experimental groups. The dentinal tubule patterns were mostly regular in the MTA-iloprost group and irregular in the iloprost and MTA groups. Conclusions: The application of iloprost, MTA, and MTA-iloprost as a pulp capping material resulted in similar pulpal responses in the mechanically exposed pulp of rat molars. Therefore, mixing MTA with iloprost might not be clinically significant.
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Yong D, Cathro P. Conservative pulp therapy in the management of reversible and irreversible pulpitis. Aust Dent J 2021; 66 Suppl 1:S4-S14. [PMID: 33818812 DOI: 10.1111/adj.12841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2020] [Revised: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 03/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Conservative pulp therapy is an alternative treatment option to tooth removal and root canal treatment in the management of deep caries, traumatic pulp exposures and developmental anomalies. Pulp tissue preservation can extend the long-term survival of teeth through relatively simple restorative procedures. This article aims to update clinicians on the current state of research in materials, techniques and outcomes of vital pulp therapies and provide practical guidelines for their implementation into daily practice.
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago Dental School, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago Dental School, Dunedin, New Zealand
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Preserving pulp vitality: part two - vital pulp therapies. Br Dent J 2021; 230:148-155. [PMID: 33574536 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-020-2599-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2020] [Accepted: 07/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Vital pulp therapies (VPTs) aim to preserve the vitality of the pulp. The European Society of Endodontology have begun a campaign to raise awareness on the efficacy of VPTs following on from the publication of their 2019 position statement, aimed at both specialists and general dental practitioners. This review examines the current evidence surrounding VPTs and provides a rational approach to the management of the exposed pulp with the aid of case studies. Success lies in accurate diagnosis and case selection, along with well-executed treatment and appropriate follow-up protocols. The introduction of calcium silicate cements has made these treatments more predictable.
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Zafar K, Nazeer MR, Ghafoor R, Khan FR. Success of pulpotomy in mature permanent teeth with irreversible pulpitis: A systematic review. J Conserv Dent 2021; 23:121-125. [PMID: 33384481 PMCID: PMC7720750 DOI: 10.4103/jcd.jcd_179_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2019] [Revised: 04/07/2020] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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The objective of the present systematic review is to evaluate the success of pulpotomy in mature permanent teeth presented with irreversible pulpitis. The following databases were searched: PubMed, Oral and Dentistry Database, Cochrane, and CINAHL plus. We included studies published in the English language only. However, narrative reviews and case reports/series were excluded. The first electronic and hand search yielded a total of 2851 articles. After going through extensive screening and eligibility process, only six articles were finally selected for the review. The follow-up period ranged from 1 to 10 years. Randomized controlled trial compared pulpotomy with the root canal treatment and reported comparable and even better success of the pulpotomy (78% success). All the other studies have also shown better clinical and radiographic success of pulpotomy (68%–100%). Pulpotomy can be considered an alternative option for mature permanent teeth with irreversible pulpitis.
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- Kamil Zafar
- Section of Operative Dentistry, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, Baharia University Medical and Dental College, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Section of Operative Dentistry, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Section of Operative Dentistry, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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Doranala S, Surakanti J, Vemisetty H, Loka S, Sudireddy K, Punna R. Comparative assessment of titanium-prepared platelet-rich fibrin, EndoSequence root repair material, and calcium hydroxide as pulpotomy agents in permanent teeth with irreversible pulpitis: A randomized controlled trial. J Conserv Dent 2021; 24:606-610. [PMID: 35558675 PMCID: PMC9089767 DOI: 10.4103/jcd.jcd_264_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Revised: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 12/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Context: Pulpotomy is a procedure in which part of an exposed vital pulp is removed, usually as a means of preserving the vitality and function of the remaining part. Aim: The aim is to compare the effectiveness of Dycal (CH), EndoSequence, and Titanium-prepared platelet-rich fibrin with EndoSequence (T-PRF) as pulpotomy agents in mature permanent molars with irreversible pulpitis. Settings and Design: Sixty permanent mandibular molars with carious exposure and symptoms of irreversible pulpitis were randomly allocated to three groups. Subjects and Methods: Full pulpotomy was performed using Dycal, EndoSequence, and T-PRF with EndoSequence as pulpotomy agents. Pain intensity was analyzed using a Numeric Rating Scale score at baseline 24 h, 7 days, 6 months, and 1 year. The clinical and radiographic evaluations were done at 6 months and 1 year. Statistical Analysis: Nonparametric tests (Kruskal–Wallis, Chi-square) were applied to analyze the data as the normality test does not follow a normal distribution. Results: T-PRF and EndoSequence showed effective results when compared clinically, and there was no significant difference between radiographic success rates among the three groups at (P = 0.325 at 6 months, 0.466 at 12 months) follow-up. Conclusion: T-PRF and EndoSequence showed higher success rates among Dycal, EndoSequence as pulpotomy agents in teeth with irreversible pulpitis.
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Cushley S, Duncan HF, Lappin MJ, Chua P, Elamin AD, Clarke M, El-Karim IA. Efficacy of direct pulp capping for management of cariously exposed pulps in permanent teeth: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int Endod J 2020; 54:556-571. [PMID: 33222178 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2020] [Accepted: 11/17/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND The outcome of vital pulp treatment after carious pulp exposure is multifactorial and related to the procedure, biomaterial and pre-operative pulpal diagnosis. OBJECTIVES To conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis determining the outcome of direct pulp capping (DPC) in mature permanent teeth with a cariously exposed pulp and a clinical diagnosis of reversible pulpitis, and ascertain whether the capping material influences the outcome. METHODS Sources: MEDLINE Ovid-SP, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP), ClinicalTrials.gov, Embase and Web of Science until April 2020. Inclusion: Prospective, retrospective cohort studies and randomized trials investigating DPC outcome or comparing different capping materials after carious pulp exposure. Exclusion: Primary teeth, mechanical, traumatic or not specified pulp exposure, teeth with irreversible pulpitis or no pulpal diagnosis. Risk of bias assessed using Cochrane and modified Downs and Black quality assessment checklist. Meta-analysis on combined clinical/radiographic outcome was performed using a random effect model. Success was defined as absence of signs and symptoms of irreversible pulpitis, apical periodontitis or loss of pulp vitality. RESULTS Quality assessment highlighted four non-randomized studies to be of fair and five of poor quality. Four randomized trials had a high risk of bias. The pooled success rate differed based on material and follow-up. Calcium hydroxide success rate was 74% at 6-months, 65% at 1-year, 59% at 2-3 years and 56% at 4-5 years. Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) success was 91%, 86%, 84% and 81% at the same time points. Biodentine success was 96% at 6-months, 86% at 1 year and 86% at 2-3 years. The meta-analysis revealed MTA had better success than calcium hydroxide at 1-year (OR 2.66, 95% CI; 1.46- 4.84, P = 0.001) and 2- to 3-year follow-up (OR 2.21, 95% CI; 1.42-3.44, P = 0.0004). There was no difference between MTA and Biodentine. DISCUSSION These results were based on poor methodological quality studies. The effect size for of MTA vs Ca(OH)2, although modest, was consistent with narrow CI. CONCLUSIONS Low-quality evidence suggests a high success rate for direct pulp capping in teeth with cariously exposed pulps with better long-term outcomes for MTA and Biodentine compared with calcium hydroxide.
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- S Cushley
- School of Medicine Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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- Division of Restorative Dentistry & Periodontology, Dublin Dental University Hospital, Trinity College Dublin, University of Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Medicine Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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- School of Medicine Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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- School of Medicine Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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- School of Medicine Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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- School of Medicine Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
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Sharma R, Kumar V, Logani A, Chawla A, Mir RA, Sharma S, Kalaivani M. Association between concentration of active MMP-9 in pulpal blood and pulpotomy outcome in permanent mature teeth with irreversible pulpitis - a preliminary study. Int Endod J 2020; 54:479-489. [PMID: 33128238 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2020] [Revised: 10/26/2020] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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AIM To investigate the correlation between the concentration of active-matrix metalloproteinases-9 (aMMP-9) in pulpal blood and the outcome of pulpotomy in mature permanent teeth with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis (SIP). METHODOLOGY Forty permanent molar teeth with a clinical diagnosis of SIP and normal apical tissues with periapical index (PAI) score ≤ 2 and ten permanent teeth (8 molars and two premolars) with a diagnosis of normal pulp that required root canal treatment for prosthetic reasons from patients between the ages of 15-35 years were recruited. All clinical procedures were performed under local anaesthesia and rubber dam isolation. After access opening, the coronal pulp tissue was amputated up to the canal orifice. A 100 μL volume of the pulpal blood was collected using a micropipette and transported to the laboratory. Sodium hypochlorite (2.5 %) was used as a haemostatic agent, and mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) was used as the pulp capping material. The tooth was restored with composite at the same visit. Teeth with normal pulps were treated with single-visit root canal treatment. Patients with pulpotomy were recalled at 6 and 12 months. Outcome assessment of teeth with pulpotomy was carried out at 12 months and was categorized as success (asymptomatic patients with PAI score ≤ 2) or failure (symptomatic patients or PAI score ≥ 3). Quantification of aMMP-9 in pulpal blood was achieved using a fluorometric assay. The following statistical analyses were performed to assess the data: t-test, Fisher's exact test, kappa coefficient, non-parametric test, Wilcoxon rank-sum test, Spearman rank correlation test and receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC). RESULT The success rate of pulpotomy was 88 % at 12-months. There was a significant difference between the median concentrations of aMMP-9 in pulpal blood of teeth with normal pulps (52 (12-96) ng mL-1 :) and SIP (193.3 (25.8-607.7) ng mL-1 :) (P = 0.0003) and successful (132.3 (25.8-548.3) ng mL-1 :) and failed cases (512.4 (334.8-607.7 ng mL-1 :) (P = 0.0015) of MTA pulpotomy. A significant association was established between aMMP-9 concentration and outcome of pulpotomy. The area under the receiver operating characteristics curve (0.9484, 95%CI) suggested excellent discriminatory power of aMMP-9 concentration in pulpal blood to predict the pulpotomy outcome. CONCLUSION The pulpal blood concentration of aMMP-9 was significantly associated with the outcome of pulpotomy in teeth with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis, where it may be used as a potential prognostic biomarker.
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Biostatistics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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Terauchi Y, Bakland LK, Bogen G. Combined Root Canal Therapies in Multirooted Teeth with Pulpal Disease. J Endod 2020; 47:44-51. [PMID: 33045261 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2020.09.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2020] [Revised: 08/12/2020] [Accepted: 09/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The types of pulpal disease found in multirooted teeth may vary from one root canal to the next. Current endodontic treatment strategies allow for options such as regenerative endodontics, vital pulp therapy, or conventional root canal treatment depending on the disease status of the pulp in a specific root canal. A combination of procedures was used in the 3 teeth in this case series based on the assumed pulpal status in each canal. The follow-up ranged from 24-27 months, and in each case the healing response was satisfactory. This report illustrates the use of a combination of treatment procedures that can provide specific treatment benefits in various clinical situations.
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- Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, California
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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