Dentists often need to clean out the insides of teeth. This is done to get rid of germs and to make space for filling materials. However, this cleaning process can cause tiny cracks in the tooth. These cracks might lead to bigger problems later on. A recent study looked into this issue. It focused on the upper back teeth, which have complex root structures. The stud...
The world of dentistry is always evolving, and one hot topic is the success of root canal treatments on transplanted wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are often removed due to impaction or crowding. However, in some cases, these teeth are transplanted to replace missing teeth. This process is known as autologous tooth transplantation (ATT). The big questio...
First, let's talk about what happens when a tooth is badly decayed. You might have to decide between fixing the tooth with a root canal and a crown, or removing the tooth and getting an implant. A root canal is a procedure where the infected pulp inside the tooth is cleaned out. Then, a crown is placed on top to protect the tooth. This option is usually cheaper at f...
In the world of dental care, keeping root canals clean is super important for successful treatments. NAC is a compound that's been causing a buzz. Enterococcus faecalis is a sneaky bacteria that loves to hide in root canals. NAC may be a strong candidate for killing it. The big question is whether NAC can outperform the usual suspects: sodium hypochlorite, chlorh...
Have you ever wondered how vital X-rays, or radiographs, are in root canal treatments? This study took a peek at dental students' use of X-rays during root canal procedures. They looked at two types of X-rays: working length (WL) and master cone (MC) radiographs. These X-rays help dentists see the root canal clearly and ensure the filling is done right. The research...
Imagine you're in the dentist's chair getting root canal therapy. Suddenly, your dentist encounters a problem: an instrument breaks off inside your tooth. Yikes! This isn't uncommon, but it sure complicates things. Cleaning and shaping the root canal system becomes tricky. The dentist now needs to remove the broken piece, and there are several microtube-based methods...