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Bastos MF, Visconti MA, Pinto RR, Junqueira RB, Verner FS. Assessing the Impact of the Metal Artifact Reduction Tool on Detecting Furcation Lesions in Maxillary Molars with Different Intracanal Posts: An Ex Vivo Cone-beam Computed Tomography Study. J Endod 2024; 50:835-843. [PMID: 38395388 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2024.02.009] [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: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 02/11/2024] [Accepted: 02/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Considering the potential image compromise and diagnostic challenges posed by metals, this study aimed to assess the efficacy of the metal artifact reduction (MAR) tool in cone-beam computed tomography examinations for detecting furcation lesions in upper molars treated endodontically and restored with different intracanal posts. METHODS This ex vivo study used 45 endodontically treated maxillary first molars, categorized into the following3 groups (n = 15): control (without intracanal post), metal post, and fiberglass post. Simulations were conducted in the laboratory to replicate alveolar bone, periodontal ligament, and grade I, II, and III furcation lesions. Cone-beam computed tomography scans were obtained with and without the MAR tool, and the furcation lesions were evaluated considering a 5-point Likert scale. Data were analyzed at 5%. RESULTS In the control group, there was no influence of MAR (P > .05); grade II lesions were not diagnosed, and grade III lesions were the most detected (P < .05). In the metal post group with MAR, grade III lesions were diagnosed more frequently than I and II (P < .05) and grade III without MAR (P < .05). In the fiberglass post group, the diagnosis of grade I lesions decreased with MAR (P < .05), and without MAR, grade III was most diagnosed (P < .05); grade III lesions were the most diagnosed (P < .05). CONCLUSIONS The MAR tool was only effective for diagnosing grade III furcation lesions, regardless of the intracanal material. Its application for grade I and II lesions did not contribute to improved diagnosis. Furthermore, in the fiberglass post group with grade I lesions, the MAR tool negatively affected the detection of the lesions.
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- Mayara Fidelis Bastos
- Department of Pathology and Oral Diagnosis, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology and Oral Diagnosis, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology and Oral Diagnosis, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora/GV Campus, Governador Valadares, Brazil
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Peeran SW, Ramalingam K, Sethuraman S, Thiruneervannan M. Furcation Involvement in Periodontal Disease: A Narrative Review. Cureus 2024; 16:e55924. [PMID: 38601385 PMCID: PMC11004587 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.55924] [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] [Accepted: 03/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024] Open
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Furcation-involved teeth, commonly seen in dental practice, have a higher likelihood of needing extraction as the severity of periodontal furcation involvement increases. Studies consistently show that periodontitis in teeth with multiple roots significantly increases the risk of tooth loss, especially in the area where the furcation is involved. These furcation defects pose a major problem for dentists because of their location, accessibility issues, and the unpredictable healing process. The biggest hurdle in treating furcation defects is their irregular shape, which makes it hard to achieve complete debridement. While various treatments have been explored, non-surgical methods have not shown much success. This article comprehensively provides a review and discussion on the classification, assessment, and treatment options, including surgical and non-surgical management of furcation-involved molar teeth. Properly understanding the severity of the disease and its confounding factors and managing and treating the lesions appropriately have been shown to impart satisfactory survival rates for these teeth. Enhancing the understanding of managing these teeth can also lead to better outcomes for patients.
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- Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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- Dentistry, Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND
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Maynalovska H, Mlachkova A, Voyslavov T, Kotsilkov K. Occurrence and distribution of lost molars and furcation defects in a Bulgarian population: A retrospective three-dimensional study. Clin Exp Dent Res 2024; 10:e2835. [PMID: 38345499 PMCID: PMC10838140 DOI: 10.1002/cre2.835] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To identify the ocuurrence, distribution, and factors associated with lost molars and furcation defects in a sample of the Bulgarian population. MATERIAL AND METHODS The full mouth cone-beam computed tomography of 56 male and 57 female patients, aged between 19 and 84 years, were examined. A comprehensive evaluation was performed on a total of 675 molars-339 in maxilla and 336 in mandible. Associations with variables such as age, gender, and periodontal disease were analyzed. RESULTS With aging the number of missing teeth and interradicular lesions increased. No significant links between gender and molar loss (p = .64) or gender and furcation involvement (p = .25) was found. Periodontitis was strongly associated with both studied dental problems (p < .001). The occurrence of furcation defects was more frequently observed in the maxilla than in the mandible. CONCLUSION The occurrence and distribution of lost molars and furcation defects is substantial within the studied sample. Further investigation with a larger patient cohort is needed. Pertinent healthcare strategies to address the observed dental health issues also have to be developed.
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- Hristina Maynalovska
- Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dental MedicineMedical University of SofiaSofiaBulgaria
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- Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dental MedicineMedical University of SofiaSofiaBulgaria
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry and PharmacySofia University St. Kliment OhridskiSofiaBulgaria
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- Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dental MedicineMedical University of SofiaSofiaBulgaria
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Alotaibi RA, Abdulaziz R, Bery N, Alotaibi MA, Kolarkodi SH. Assessing the Accuracy and Reliability of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) in Diagnosing Grade II and III Furcation Involvement Compared to Traditional Clinical Examination Methods. Cureus 2024; 16:e55117. [PMID: 38558584 PMCID: PMC10979309 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.55117] [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] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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Introduction Chronic periodontal diseases can lead to bone defects and tooth loss, making accurate diagnosis essential for treatment. Various methods are used for diagnosing furcation involvement, with clinical examination and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) being the most effective. CBCT produces reliable images with submillimeter resolution, revealing marginal bone contours and furcation defects. Limited studies show that CBCT is more precise than clinical detection for diagnosing furcation involvement. Therefore, CBCT technology can be considered as an adjunct method for furcation involvement detection. This study tests the accuracy and efficiency of CBCT and clinical examination in detecting furcation involvement. Material and methods The study included 25 patients (68 molars) with generalized periodontitis of stage II to IV, Grade B and C. Inclusion criteria required at least two intrabony defects with probing depth > 6mm in both jaws and criteria of periodontitis in at least 30% of the teeth present. Results The study compared clinical examination and CBCT readings for measuring maxillary and mandibular teeth furcation involvement. The results show significant differences between clinical and CBCT measurements of maxillary teeth furcation involvement, particularly in specific areas and types of furcation involvement. In contrast, there were significant differences between clinical and CBCT readings for only a few measurements of mandibular teeth furcation involvement. Therefore, the study suggests that CBCT imaging may be beneficial for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning in cases of furcation involvement in maxillary teeth. Conclusion CBCT imaging is a reliable adjunct method for detecting furcation involvement in maxillary teeth, while clinical examination alone may not be sufficient. Therefore, the use of CBCT technology should be considered in cases where accurate detection of furcation involvement is necessary for successful treatment outcomes. However, further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to confirm these findings.
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- Renad A Alotaibi
- Medicine, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Buraydah, SAU
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- Diagnostic Radiology, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Buraydah, SAU
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- Periodontology, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Buraydah, SAU
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Stødle IH, Sen A, Høvik H, Verket A, Koldsland OC. Association between periodontitis stages and self-reported diseases in a Norwegian population: the HUNT study. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:999. [PMID: 38093278 PMCID: PMC10720083 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03743-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The relationships between periodontitis and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have been investigated through several different case-definitions. The differences in methodology may have hindered the basis of comparison between these studies. The classification from the 2017 World Workshop on the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-implant Diseases and Conditions offers a unison platform that may facilitate future comparison of such research. The present study aimed to reproduce associations between periodontitis and other NCDs using the 2017 Classification, in the Trøndelag Health Study (HUNT). MATERIAL AND METHODS The fourth HUNT-survey was carried out between 2017 and 2019. Clinical variables, blood samples and answers to questionnaires were collected from 4933 participants. Periodontal status was assessed based on the latest staging system, and its associations with NCDs were estimated by logistic regression models adjusted for potential confounders. RESULTS Compared to no or Stage I periodontitis, participants with Stage III/IV periodontitis (radiographic bone loss exceeding 33%) were associated with cardiovascular disease, hyperglycemia in participants with diabetes and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)/emphysema. Associations with hyperglycemia in participants with diabetes and COPD/emphysema were also observed in participants with Stage II periodontitis. The only observed association when considering never-smokers alone, was with COPD/emphysema. CONCLUSION Periodontitis Stage II and III/IV were associated with major NCDs. Effect sizes increased with increasing periodontitis stages, which implies greater occurrence of coincident comorbidities in patients with severe periodontitis.
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- Ida Haukåen Stødle
- Department of Periodontology, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 69, 0455, Oslo, Norway.
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- Center for Oral Health Services and Research, Mid-Norway (TkMidt), Trondheim, Norway
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- Center for Oral Health Services and Research, Mid-Norway (TkMidt), Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Periodontology, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 69, 0455, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Periodontology, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 69, 0455, Oslo, Norway
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Tanaka R, Lau K, Yeung AWK, Leung WK, Hayashi T, Bornstein MM, Tonetti MS, Pelekos G. Diagnostic application of intraoral ultrasonography to assess furcation involvement in mandibular first molars. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2023; 52:20230027. [PMID: 37172223 PMCID: PMC10461257 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20230027] [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: 01/10/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 05/14/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES The objectives were to clarify if intraoral ultrasonography (USG) is: (1) more accurate than conventional periodontal examinations in detection of furcation involvement, and (2) comparable to conventional periodontal examinations in accurate horizontal classification of furcation involvement in comparison to cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). METHODS The buccal furcation in 61 lower first molars were evaluated with conventional periodontal examinations, intraoral USG and CBCT. The presence and classification of the horizontal depth of furcation involvement were defined clinically by assessment with a Nabers periodontal probe and a periapical radiograph with reference to the bone loss under the fornix. The horizontal depth of furcation involvement was measured in intraoral USG and CBCT images. Based on the measurements, presence diagnosis and horizontal classification were performed. Results from conventional periodontal examinationsand intraoral USG were compared with those from CBCT. RESULTS κ value (κ) for agreement of presence diagnosis of furcation involvement between intraoral USG and CBCT was 0.792, while agreement with conventional periodontal examinations was 0.225. Diagnostic accuracy of intraoral USG exhibited higher values (sensitivity: 98.3%, accuracy: 98.4 %) than conventional periodontal examinations (81.4% and 81.9 %). Weighted κ statistics showed substantial agreement in the classification between intraoral USG and CBCT (κ = 0.674). High agreement (ICC: 0.914) for the measurement of horizontal depth of furcation involvement was found between intraoral USG and CBCT. CONCLUSIONS Intraoral USG may be a reliable diagnostic tool for assessment of furcation involvement of mandibular molars with a similar performance to CBCT, but without ionizing radiation.
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- Ray Tanaka
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Applied Oral Sciences & Community Dental Care, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Periodontology & Implant Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Applied Oral Sciences & Community Dental Care, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Periodontology & Implant Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Niigata University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Oral Health & Medicine, University Center for Dental Medicine Basel UZB, Basel, Switzerland
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- Shanghai Perio-Implant Innovation Center, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology, National Clinical Research Center of Stomatology, Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Periodontology & Implant Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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Patel B, Joshi S, Nagrani T, Girdhar GA, Patel H, Sinha S, Haque M, Kumar S, Haq MA. Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Autologous Platelet-Rich Fibrin With or Without Demineralized Bone Matrix in the Treatment of Grade II Furcation Defects. Cureus 2023; 15:e44394. [PMID: 37654905 PMCID: PMC10468150 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.44394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/30/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023] Open
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Introduction This study aims to differentiate the employment of demineralized bone matrix (DMBM; Osseograft, Advanced Biotech Products (P) Ltd, Chennai, India) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) alone to a composite graft consisting of both materials in the surgical actions toward the anomalies of the human periodontal furcation imperfection. Methods In a split-mouth study, 30 patients with mandibular molars affected by the furcation were allocated without conscious choice to test (PRF + DMBM, n = 30) or control (PRF, n = 30) categories. At the starting point, three months after surgery, and six months later, the following modifiable factors were evaluated: probing pocket depth (PPD), full-mouth plaque scores, full-mouth gingival scores, radiographic defect depth, relative vertical clinical attachment level (RVCAL), and relative horizontal clinical attachment level (RHCAL). Results Results at three and six months demonstrated substantial differences between baseline values for both treatment methods in clinical and X-ray imaging appraisal. Nonetheless, the PRF/DMBM group manifests statistically significantly soaring changes observed in comparison to the PRF group. Overall, the probing depth (PD) in the test site was significantly lower than that in the control site, showing a reduction of 68% (95% CI=41%, 95%, p<0.001). Conclusion Clinical indications significantly improved with PRF and DMBM combined instead of PRF alone. On radiographs, the test group also showed higher bone fill.
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- Bhavin Patel
- Periodontology, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar, IND
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- Periodontology, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar, IND
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- Periodontology, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar, IND
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- Periodontology, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar, IND
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- Periodontology, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar, IND
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- Physiology, Khulna City Medical College Hospital, Khulna, BGD
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- Karnavati Scientific Research Center, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar, IND
- Pharmacology and Therapeutics, National Defence University of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, MYS
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- Periodontology, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar, IND
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- Biostatistics, Infectious Diseases Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (ICDDRB), Dhaka, BGD
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Oh SL, Kim JR, Engermann E, Shiau HJ. Survival analysis of root-resected molars from 1 to 13.4 years: A retrospective cohort study. J Prosthet Dent 2023:S0022-3913(23)00409-2. [PMID: 37468370 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2023.05.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023]
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STATEMENT OF PROBLEM While root resective therapy may extend the longevity of a molar, data on patient selection and outcomes of root resection are scarce. PURPOSE The purpose of this retrospective cohort study was to analyze the survival of root-resected molars and investigate factors affecting the decision and outcomes of the therapy. MATERIAL AND METHODS Patient- and tooth-related data from participants who had received root resection between 1999 and 2022 were collected. Cox regression was used to build predictive models for time-to-tooth loss based on predictors-initial diagnoses (carious, endodontic, periodontal, or endodontic-periodontal lesions), the presence of a complete-coverage crown, and the location of the tooth in the arch (P<.001). RESULTS Of 60 teeth, all from different participants, 31 molars were resected because of endodontic lesions. The failure rate was 35% with 21 teeth extracted. At 5 years, the survival probability was 0.58, considering all predictors. The survival of molars resected because of carious or endodontic lesions was significantly lower than those because of periodontal or endodontic-periodontal lesions (P<.05). The hazard ratio for tooth loss in the resected teeth was 15.6, 95% confidence interval (CI) (3.7 to 83.2) without complete-coverage crowns and 8.6, 95% CI (2.2 to 43.2) at the most posterior location. CONCLUSIONS Root resection provided to manage a localized periodontal lesion had the highest prognosis. The absence of a crown and the location as the most posterior tooth in the arch were associated with poor survival following resection.
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- Se-Lim Oh
- Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Advanced Oral Sciences and Therapeutics, School of Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Md.
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- Associate Professor, Department of Endodontology, Kornberg School of Dentistry, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pa
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- Undergraduate student, School of Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Md
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- Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Advanced Oral Sciences and Therapeutics, School of Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Md
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Comparison between Conventional Modality Versus Cone-Beam Computer Tomography on the Assessment of Vertical Furcation in Molars. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 13:diagnostics13010106. [PMID: 36611398 PMCID: PMC9818298 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13010106] [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: 11/25/2022] [Revised: 12/20/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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This study aimed to assess the accuracy of diagnosis of vertical furcation subclass in molars using periapical radiographs (PAs) and clinical chartings compared against cone-beam computer tomography (CBCT) as the gold standard. The protocol involved examiners with different levels of experience. This retrospective radiographic study retrieved 40 molar teeth with full periodontal chartings, PAs, and CBCT records. Fifteen examiners with different levels of experience evaluated the PAs and periodontal chartings to assess the vertical depth of furcation and, thus, the vertical subclassification. CBCT was used as the gold standard for comparison. The accuracy of vertical furcal depth measured was assessed together with the accuracy of vertical subclassification assignment. The reliability of the conventional diagnostic modality among the examiners was also evaluated. A linear mixed model adjusted for the CBCT vertical furcal depth measurement was constructed to determine if tooth position, horizontal furcation distribution, and examiner experience level affect the bias in the vertical depth of furcation measurement. The reliability of the conventional periodontal diagnostic method in measuring vertical furcal depth was found to be fair, while vertical subclass assignment was moderate. Significantly better reliability during subclass assignment was found with mandibular molars (p < 0.001) and in maxillary molars with isolated buccal class II furcation. Within the study’s limitations, conventional periodontal diagnostics based on periapical radiographs and clinical periodontal chartings appear to be in poor to fair agreement with CBCT (gold standard) when measuring the vertical depth of furcation. Examiners with the least experience were more prone to bias when estimating the vertical furcal depth.
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Jolivet G, Huck O, Petit C. Evaluation of furcation involvement with diagnostic imaging methods: a systematic review. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2022; 51:20210529. [PMID: 35787071 PMCID: PMC9717400 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20210529] [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: 12/20/2021] [Revised: 06/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Multirooted teeth respond less favorably to non-surgical periodontal treatment and long-term tooth prognosis is influenced by the degree of furcation involvement (FI). Therapeutic strategy for multirooted teeth is essentially based on accurate diagnosis of the FI. The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate the accuracy of the different furcation assessment methods and to determine if radiographic help is needed to determine early stage of FI. METHODS Electronic databases were searched up to March 2021. Comparative studies describing the reliability of different clinical and/or radiological furcation assessment methods were identified. RESULTS A total of 22 studies comparing at least 2 furcation assessment methods, among which 15 retrospective studies, 5 prospective studies, 1 randomized controlled trial and 1 case series, were included in this review. The reliability of cone beam CT (CBCT), intraoral radiographs (IOs), orthopantomograms (OPGs) and MRI to identify FI was evaluated. Using OFS as a reference for FI detection and diagnosis, agreement ranged from 43.3 to 63% for OPG, 38.7 to 83.1% for IO and 82.4 to 84% for CBCT. The validity of the measurements was mainly influenced by the location of the furcation entrance. For radiological diagnosis, CBCT displayed the closest agreement with OFS while the accuracy of IO and OPG showed modest agreement and were influenced by the examiner's experience. CONCLUSION Altogether, it appears that the use of IO, OPG or CBCT allows detection of FI but could not be considered as gold-standard techniques.
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Gill T, Bahal P, Nibali L. Furcation-involved molar teeth - part 1: prevalence, classification and assessment. Br Dent J 2022; 233:847-852. [DOI: 10.1038/s41415-022-5202-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2021] [Accepted: 05/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Zardawi FM. First Molars-Incisors Rate and Pattern of Bone Loss: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of CBCT Images. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:1536. [PMID: 35885442 PMCID: PMC9323537 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12071536] [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] [Received: 05/07/2022] [Revised: 06/09/2022] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Periodontitis causes attachment and alveolar bone loss; hence, this study aimed to determine the prevalence, frequency, and pattern of bone loss at first molar-incisor areas using Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) images. METHODS A retrospective, cross-sectional analysis was conducted of 250 randomly selected CBCT images of clearly defined full arches of patients aged from 18 to 70 years who were divided into six age groups and into male and female groups. Four sites around each tooth were scanned at several accesses for bone loss detection. Distance beyond 2 mm apical to the cementoenamel junction to the level of the remaining bone was considered to indicate bone loss. The Shapiro-Wilk test was used to test the normality of the data, and statistical tests were applied for data analysis at the 0.05 p-value level. RESULTS The rate and amount of bone loss within the examined sample were relatively high. The examined images generally revealed a higher rate of bone loss on proximal than on labial/buccal and lingual/palatal surfaces of the first upper and lower molars. The highest amount of bone loss among all the teeth scanned in this study was seen on the mesial and distal bone of mandibular incisors, 4.36 mm and 4.31 mm, respectively, exceeding that in the labial and lingual bone, 3.23 mm and 1.89 mm, respectively, and it was highly horizontal rather than vertical in pattern. CONCLUSIONS Based on 250 randomly selected CBCT images of clearly defined, full upper and lower arches scanned for this study, it was concluded that the rate and amount of horizontal bone loss were less than vertical bone loss and was focused mainly in the interproximal areas of the first molars. However, the highest recorded amount of bone loss was at the proximal and labial aspects of the mandibular incisors. Furthermore, younger age groups displayed significantly higher rates and amounts of bone loss than older groups, with a slight predilection for males.
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- Faraedon Mostafa Zardawi
- Department of Periodontics, College of Dentistry, University of Sulaimani—Old Campus, Madam Mitterrand Street, Sulaymaniyah P.O. Box 1124-30, Kurdistan Region, Iraq; ; Tel.: +964-770-226-3062
- Faculty of Dentistry, Qaiwan International University, Sulaimani P.O. Box 1124-30, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
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Symptomatic Apical Periodontitis of the Mandibular First Molar with the Accessory Canal in the Furcation Area Mimicking Furcation Perforation. Case Rep Dent 2022; 2022:6324447. [PMID: 35601083 PMCID: PMC9119794 DOI: 10.1155/2022/6324447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2021] [Revised: 04/02/2022] [Accepted: 04/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Apical periodontitis frequently presents as a chronic disease. To arrive at a true diagnosis, in addition to the clinical examination, it is mandatory to undertake radiographic examinations and evaluate the clinical presentation. Knowledge of the root canal morphology is a prerequisite for effective nonsurgical endodontic treatment. The internal morphological features of the pulp chamber are variable and complex. This case report describes the treatment and outcome of symptomatic apical periodontitis of a mandibular first molar with the accessory (chamber) canal. The applied treatment fully contributed to the periapical lesion regression as shown in the four-year recall periapical radiography.
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Huidrom E, Srivastava V, Meenawat A, Srivastava A, Khan Y, Shahni R. Evaluation of the efficacy of concentrated growth factor along with bovine-derived xenograft and collagen membrane in the treatment of Degree II mandibular molar furcation defect – A clinicoradiographic study. J Indian Soc Periodontol 2022; 26:130-136. [PMID: 35321290 PMCID: PMC8936011 DOI: 10.4103/jisp.jisp_44_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Revised: 07/18/2021] [Accepted: 08/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background: The ultimate goal of furcation defect therapy is furcation closure via periodontal regeneration. However, the process of periodontal regeneration is affected by the regenerative environment of signaling molecules and growth factors due to which consistent findings of complete furcation closure could not be attained. In this study, we have evaluated the use of concentrated growth factor (CGF) which provides sustained release growth factors in conjunction with bovine-derived xenograft anorganic bovine bone (ABB) in guided tissue regeneration (GTR) of Degree II mandibular molar furcation defect. Materials and Methods: Twenty patients with Degree II mandibular molar furcation defects were selected for the study. Each group consisted of 10 patients and a total of 10 sites were treated in each group. The control sites were treated with GTR and ABB, while the experimental sites received CGF mixed with ABB along with GTR. Clinical parameters recorded were Plaque Index, Gingival Index, vertical probing depth, and horizontal probing depth measured at baseline and 6 months. Radiographic parameters such as the vertical height of defect, horizontal depth of defect, and percentage of vertical and horizontal bone fill were recorded at baseline and 6 months. Results: All the parameters recorded showed a significant reduction from baseline to 6 months in both the groups. Significantly higher vertical and horizontal bone fill was observed in the experimental group as compared to the control group. Conclusion: The use of CGF showed a positive additive efficacy in enhancing the events of periodontal regeneration in the treatment of Degree II mandibular molar furcation defect.
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Stødle IH, Verket A, Høvik H, Sen A, Koldsland OC. Prevalence of periodontitis based on the 2017 classification in a Norwegian population: The HUNT study. J Clin Periodontol 2021; 48:1189-1199. [PMID: 34101228 DOI: 10.1111/jcpe.13507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2020] [Revised: 05/10/2021] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM This cross-sectional study assesses the prevalence of periodontitis in a large Norwegian population, based on the 2017 World Workshop on the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-implant Diseases and Conditions. The prevalence of periodontitis was determined by bone loss recorded on radiographs (orthopantomogram [OPG] and bitewing [BW]) and by clinical examination. MATERIALS AND METHODS As part of a large population health study (The HUNT Study), 7347 participants aged 19 years and older were invited to the HUNT4 Oral Health Study. Radiographic bone loss (RBL) and periodontal stage and grade were assessed in 4863 participants. RESULTS Periodontal examination was performed in 4863 participants. RBL and clinical registrations corresponding to periodontitis as defined were observed in 72.4%. The prevalence of periodontitis increased after 40 years of age, with severe forms occurring primarily after 60 years of age. Stage I was observed in 13.8%, Stage II in 41.1%, Stage III in 15.3%, and Stage IV in 2.3% of the population. Grade A, B, and C was observed in 5.7%, 60.2%, and 6.2%, respectively. CONCLUSION Periodontitis was frequently observed in the investigated population. The prevalence of periodontitis Stage III and Stage IV combined was observed in 17.6% of the study population.
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- Ida Haukåen Stødle
- Department of Periodontology, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Periodontology, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Center for Oral Health Services and Research, Mid-Norway (TkMidt), Trondheim, Norway
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- Center for Oral Health Services and Research, Mid-Norway (TkMidt), Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Periodontology, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Swami RK, Kolte AP, Bodhare GH, Kolte RA. Bone replacement grafts with guided tissue regeneration in treatment of grade II furcation defects: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Oral Investig 2021; 25:807-821. [PMID: 33438084 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-021-03776-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2020] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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AIM The present systematic review appended with meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy of bone replacement graft (BRG) with guided tissue regeneration (GTR) over BRG or open flap debridement (OFD) alone in the treatment of grade II furcation defects. MATERIALS AND METHODS An electronic literature search of PubMed, Cochrane Library and Google Scholar databases accompanied with manual searching was done. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) up to October 2019, comparing BRG+GTR with BRG or OFD in grade II furcation defects, were identified. Clinical attachment level (CAL) gain, changes in gingival marginal level (GML), vertical defect fill (VDF), horizontal defect fill (HDF) and reduction in defect volume were the outcome parameters. RESULTS Of a total of 12, 9 studies compared BRG+GTR vs BRG while 3 compared BRG+GTR vs OFD. Meta-analysis was carried out for CAL gain, VDF, HDF and GML changes. In the BRG+GTR vs BRG comparison group, out of 9 studies, 6 RCTs showed standardized mean difference (SMD) of 0.513 for VDF, 9 RCTs showed SMD of 0.83 for HDF and 2 RCTs showed SMD of 0.651 for CAL gain, whereas only 2 studies in the same group reported reduction in defect volume. Three studies of the BRG+GTR vs OFD group exhibited significant VDF and CAL gain with SMD of 2.002 and 1.161 respectively. However, no significant change was recorded for GML in both groups. CONCLUSION The present systematic review indicates supplemental benefits of combination therapy of BRG+GTR over monotherapy in resolving grade II furcation defects. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In our quest to achieve maximum regeneration in grade II furcation defects, combination therapies such as BRG+GTR have been accepted as treatment choices over other modalities. Clinical situations warranting near-complete regeneration of the tissues in such defects are better suited for combination therapies.
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- Renuka K Swami
- Department of Periodontics & Implantology, VSPM Dental College and Research Centre, Digdoh Hills, Hingna Road, Nagpur, 440019, India
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- Department of Periodontics & Implantology, VSPM Dental College and Research Centre, Digdoh Hills, Hingna Road, Nagpur, 440019, India.
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- Department of Periodontics & Implantology, VSPM Dental College and Research Centre, Digdoh Hills, Hingna Road, Nagpur, 440019, India
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- Department of Periodontics & Implantology, VSPM Dental College and Research Centre, Digdoh Hills, Hingna Road, Nagpur, 440019, India
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Farook FF, Alnasyan B, Almohammadi D, Alshahrani A, Alyami M, Alharbi R, Alodwene H, Aboelmaaty W. Reliability Assessment of the Clinical and Radiographic Diagnosis of Furcation Involvement. Open Dent J 2020. [DOI: 10.2174/1874210602014010403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Aim:
The aim of the present study was to compare and assess the relationship and agreement between the clinical and radiographic detection of Furcation Involvement (FI) in the mandibular molars of patients with periodontitis.
Materials and Methods:
The sample size included 360 molars from 283 participants with a total of 180 molars involved with furcation clinically and 180 without. The inclusion criteria involved records of patients in the age range 35-76 years, diagnosed with generalized periodontitis, Stage II to IV, Grade B and C, and existing periapical radiographs/dental panoramic radiographs. The periodontal charts (Hamp’s classification) and radiographs were used to evaluate furcation on the buccal and lingual sites of first and second mandibular molars.
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Of the 360 molars, half of the molars (50%, n=180) had clinical FI. Of the clinical FI group, the majority (73%, n=131) demonstrated FI in the radiological assessment with the periapical radiographs. In the not-clinically detected FI group, just less than half (49%, n=89) demonstrated FI in the radiological assessment. The sensitivity of the radiographic detection of FI as a diagnostic marker was 50.6%, and the specificity was 72.8%. Of the 180 sites analyzed with FI clinically, a slight agreement was found between the clinical assessment and radiographic findings using the kappa analysis (k=0.18). The first mandibular molars showed a fair agreement (k= 0.21) compared to the second mandibular molars (k=0.15). In terms of the individual sites, the lingual sites (k=0.24) had a fair agreement compared to the buccal sites with a slight agreement. The Spearman Correlation analysis for the first mandibular molar showed a moderate positive correlation (r=0.4, p<0.001) compared to the second mandibular molar with no or negligible relationship (r=0.19, p<0.001). Comparatively, the DPT radiograph showed a weak correlation and poor agreement.
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Both diagnostic tools, intraoral radiography and clinical assessment should be used for diagnosing FI in mandibular molars.
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Assiri H, Dawasaz AA, Alahmari A, Asiri Z. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in periodontal diseases: a Systematic review based on the efficacy model. BMC Oral Health 2020; 20:191. [PMID: 32641102 PMCID: PMC7341656 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-020-01106-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2019] [Accepted: 04/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Periodontal diseases are prevalent among adult populations. Its diagnosis depends mainly on clinical findings supported by radiographic examinations. In previous decades, cone beam computed tomography has been introduced to the dental field. The aim of this study was to address the diagnostic efficacy of cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) imaging in periodontics based on a systematic search and analysis of the literature using the hierarchical efficacy model. METHODS A systematic search of electronic databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane was conducted in February 2019 to identify studies addressing the efficacy of CBCT imaging in Periodontics. The identified studies were subjected to pre-identified inclusion criteria followed by an analysis using a hierarchical model of efficacy (model) designed for an appraisal of the literature on diagnostic imaging modality. Four examiners performed the eligibility and quality assessment of relevant studies and consensus was reached in cases where disagreement occurred. RESULTS The search resulted in 64 studies. Of these, 34 publications were allocated to the relevant level of efficacy and quality assessments wherever applicable. The overall diagnostic accuracy of the included studies showed a low or moderate risk of bias and applicability concerns in the use of CBCT. In addition, CBCT is accurate in identifying periodontal defects when compared to other modalities. The studies on the level of patient outcomes agreed that CBCT is a reliable tool for the assessment of outcomes after the treatment of periodontal defects. CONCLUSION CBCT was found to be beneficial and accurate in cases of infra-bony defects and furcation involvements.
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- Hassan Assiri
- Department of Oral Biology and Diagnostic Science, King Khalid University, College of Dentistry, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral Biology and Diagnostic Science, King Khalid University, College of Dentistry, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Periodontology, King Khalid University, College of Dentistry, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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Walter C, Schmidt JC, Rinne CA, Mendes S, Dula K, Sculean A. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) for diagnosis and treatment planning in periodontology: systematic review update. Clin Oral Investig 2020; 24:2943-2958. [DOI: 10.1007/s00784-020-03326-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2020] [Accepted: 05/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Zhao HY, Wang N, Ding Y, Zheng HY, Qian JR. [Accuracy of cone beam computed tomography in assessing maxillary molar furcation involvement]. HUA XI KOU QIANG YI XUE ZA ZHI = HUAXI KOUQIANG YIXUE ZAZHI = WEST CHINA JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY 2020; 38:270-273. [PMID: 32573133 DOI: 10.7518/hxkq.2020.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess the accuracy of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in detecting furcation involvement (FI) in maxillary molars. METHODS Thirty-one maxillary molars of 15 patients with generalized chronic periodontitis considered for furcation surgery were assessed. Clinical examination and CBCT were performed, and the FI degree was evaluated. Clinical and CBCT-based FI assessments were compared with intrasurgical data. RESULTS The agreement between clinical and intrasurgical assessments was weak in all sites, with a kappa of less than 0.4; the complete, overestimated, and underestimated agreement percentages were 42.0%, 24.7%, and 33.3%, respectively. The agreement between the CBCT and intrasurgical assessments was strong, with a ka ppa of 0.831; the complete, overestimated, and underestimated agreement percentages were 88.2%, 3.2%, and 8.6%, respectively. The agreement between both assessments was the highest in the buccal furcation entrance (κ=0.896), followed by that in the distopalatal (κ=0.822) and mesiopalatal (κ=0.767) furcation entrances. CONCLUSIONS CBCT images demonstrated high accuracy in assessing the horizontal bone loss of FI in maxillary molars.
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- Hai-Yan Zhao
- Dept. of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining 272100, China
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- Dept. of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining 272100, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Dept. of Periodontology, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Dept. of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining 272100, China
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- Dept. of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining 272100, China
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Komšić S, Plančak D, Kašaj A, Puhar I. A Comparison of Clinical and Radiological Parameters in the Evaluation of Molar Furcation Involvement in Periodontitis. Acta Stomatol Croat 2019; 53:326-336. [PMID: 32099258 PMCID: PMC6993470 DOI: 10.15644/asc53/4/3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Objective The aim of this study was to compare clinical, intra-surgical, 2D (panoramic) and 3D (CBCT)-based parameters in assessing molar furcation involvement (FI). Materials and Methods Six patients with generalized periodontitis Stage II to IV, Grade B and C who were scheduled for the periodontal flap surgical treatment were recruited in the study. In total, 38 molar teeth with 93 furcation sites were analysed. All subjects had comprehensive periodontal examination, which included an assessment of molar FI using Naber’s probe according to modified Glickman’s classification. Periodontal surgery was performed in patients with at least one maxillary molar with probing depth of ≥6 mm. This probing demonstrated lower grade of FI compared with intra-surgical findings. Results Periodontal probing, intra-surgical measurement and measurements based on CBCT significantly correlated with each other regarding the assessment of FI, with r values ranging between 0.81 to 1.00 (p<0.01). The correlation of panoramic radiograph with periodontal probing is 0.49, with CBCT 0.39 and with intra-surgical measurements 0.36. The results showed an excellent agreement and higher accuracy between intra-surgical measurements and CBCT (0.96), in contrast to clinical examination and panoramic radiography- 0.87 and 0.63 respectively. Different clinical and radiological modalities showed a correlation among each other. They are accurate and have their own benefits, which makes (renders) them useful in establishing periodontal diagnosis and treatment planning. Conclusion However, CBCT offers significant advantages including excellent agreement and higher accuracy and can be used as justified as excellent diagnostic tool in detecting and locating FI to provide a more reliable diagnosis and basis for treatment decisions.
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- Sanja Komšić
- Dental Office Michael Wolf and Colleagues, Patrickstrasse 2, 65191 Wiesbaden
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Zagreb, and Clinical Department of Periodontology, Clinical Hospital Center
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- Department of Periodontology, Department of operative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Medical Center Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Periodontology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Zagreb, and Clinical Department of Periodontology, Clinical Hospital Center
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