Digitalized alarming sensor attached to the dental operating stool in prevention and progression of musculoskeletal disorder: A clinico-biochemical study.

Background: The efficiency and productivity of dentists are affected due to musculoskeletal disorders. Efforts should be made to monitor and reduce these disorders so that proper relation is maintained between body and work.

Aims And Objectives: This research evaluates and compares the level of creatine kinase (CK) in operators working in ergonomically correct posture and incorrect posture using a newly developed digitalized alarm sensor attached to a dental operating stool.

Comparative Evaluation of the Efficacy of TheraCal LC, Mineral Trioxide Aggregate, and Biodentine As Direct Pulp Capping Materials in Patients With Pulpal Exposure in Posterior Teeth: A Triple-Blinded Randomized Parallel Group Clinical Trial.

Background The aim was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of TheraCal LC, mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), and Biodentine as direct pulp capping (DPC) materials in patients with pulpal exposure in the posterior teeth. Methodology A total of 54 samples were assessed for eligibility. Out of this, 12 teeth samples failed to meet the inclusion criteria.

Revolutionizing endodontics: Advancements in nickel-titanium instrument surfaces.

Nickel-titanium (NiTi) instruments have become the backbone of endodontics due to their exceptional properties, superelasticity, and shape memory. However, challenges such as unexpected breakage, poor cutting efficiency, and corrosion have prompted researchers to explore innovative surface modifications to enhance their performance. This comprehensive review discusses the latest advancements in NiTi metallurgy and their impact on rotary NiTi file systems.

Understanding the Complexities of Cast Post Retention: A Comprehensive Review of Influential Factors.

This comprehensive review delves into the intricate landscape of cast post retention in restorative dentistry, encompassing historical perspectives, contemporary techniques, and future directions. Examining factors ranging from tooth-related considerations to prosthesis-related dynamics, the review provides a detailed analysis of clinical techniques, including step-by-step procedures, common challenges, and innovative advancements. Technological breakthroughs, such as digital impressions, computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology, three-dimensional (3D) printing, and finite element analysis, are explored for their transformative impact on precision and customization.

Be Smart and Active in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics.

Numerous aspects of dentistry have been transformed by smart materials. In recent years, there have been advancements in dental materials that exhibit improved biological compatibility. These materials are specifically designed to interact effectively with the fluids found in the oral cavity, including saliva and gingival crevicular fluids.

Correlation of Pulp Calcification and Cardiovascular Conditions: A Literature Review.

The pathophysiology of calcified dental pulp is considered to be comparable to that of calcified atheroma in the artery. These calcified masses are small nodular which is seen more often in the coronal pulp region than in the radicular pulp. This is generally more common in the elderly population and usually corresponds to increasing age.

The Good Old Masserann Technique for the Retrieval of a Separated Instrument: An Endodontic Challenge.

Instrument separation is one of the most upsetting endodontic errors, and it can occur at any time during root canal surgery. A broken file causes a metallic restriction in the root canal and makes it difficult to clean and shape the instrument effectively, thereby making the prognosis questionable. Hence, such a fragment should be properly retrieved when it becomes difficult to bypass it.

Comparative Evaluation of the Effect of Six Different Low-Surface-Tension Vehicles on the Penetration of Modified Triple Antibiotic Paste in Dentinal Tubules: An In Vitro Study.

Background Modified triple antibiotic paste (MTAP) helps in the elimination of microorganisms which is imperative for the success of endodontic therapy. The intracanal medicament powders must be mixed with vehicles for better handling and penetration in the root canals. The purpose of this study is to compare the effect of six low-surface-tension vehicles on the penetration of MTAP in dentinal tubules.

Beyond Tradition: Non-surgical Endodontics and Vital Pulp Therapy as a Dynamic Combination.

Symptomatic irreversible pulpitis and apical periodontitis in mature permanent teeth present challenges in their management. Traditional treatment approaches, such as root canal therapy or tooth extraction, may compromise tooth structure and oral function. This review article explores the combination of non-surgical endodontic treatment and vital pulp therapy as an alternative approach for these conditions.

Anterior Matrix Systems for Composite Restorations: A Review.

In the field of restorative dentistry, composite resins have emerged as the most utilized materials. They revolutionized the cosmetic approach to anterior tooth treatment since their introduction to dental practice. In cases where one or more of the tooth's walls are absent, matrices are employed to assist in the creation of the proper anatomic contour and proximal contacts without the occurrence of gingival overhangs.

The Comparative Evaluation of Postoperative Pain After the Use of WaveOne Gold and TruNatomy Filing Systems in a Tooth With Irreversible Pulpitis: An Observational Study.

Introduction The present study aimed to clinically compare the incidence of postoperative pain after the endodontic treatment of posterior teeth using the WaveOne Gold (WOG) and TruNatomy (Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland) filing systems. The study gives a better understanding of the association of postoperative pain and filing systems used. The patients were selected in such a manner that they have a similar diagnosis before the initiation of treatment.

A Case Report on the Rehabilitation of Severely Worn Teeth Using a Custom-Made Cast Post.

Posts have been suggested to strengthen weak endodontically treated teeth against intra-oral forces by transmitting torquing forces within the radicular dentin to supportive tissue along their roots. The case studies that follow show how an interdisciplinary approach was used to use complete veneer crowns after custom cast posts to repair severely damaged treated teeth and restore their appearance and functionality. Coordinated prosthetic and endodontic treatments with careful consideration of the patient's expectations and requirements were crucial for a positive result and patient satisfaction.

Management of Ellis Class-IV Fractured Tooth With an Open Apex: A Case Report.

Dental professionals face difficulty in managing "immature non-vital teeth with an open apex." It is considered to be challenging because, in this situation, root canal filling material should be confined within the boundaries of the root canal without extruding peri-apically. Apexification tries to create a hard tissue barrier that will cause the open apex to close, allowing root filling to be compacted.

Hemisection: A Different Approach From Extraction.

Hemisection is the sectioning of teeth with multiple roots, the removal of the damaged root and its associated crown piece, and the preservation of the healthy root (with crown). When periodontal, resorption, perforation, or caries damage is limited to one root and the other root is still largely healthy, this treatment option may be taken into account. The right case selection is the most important component in determining the long-term success in such cases.

Accidental ingestion of endodontic file: a case report.

Ingestion of the endodontic instrument during root canal treatment is rare but can result in serious complications. The present paper reports a case in which endodontic file was accidentally swallowed by the patient undergoing root canal therapy, which entered digestive tract and passed uneventfully.