Publications by authors named "Srirekha A"
Introduction: Furcation perforation is a common dental issue that can result in substantial tooth loss if not repaired with a material that effectively seals the area. Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and Biodentine have been previously studied for their sealing capabilities, but Bio-C Repair is a relatively new material that is yet to be evaluated. This study sought to compare and evaluate the sealing potential of MTA, Biodentine, and Bio-C Repair as furcation perforation repair materials using the glucose penetration method.
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- The study evaluated how palatial root length affects the effectiveness of lidocaine anesthesia in maxillary molar treatments, comparing open-mouth and closed-mouth techniques.
- Sixty patients' pre-operative pain levels were assessed, and they were randomly divided into two groups for the different techniques, with discomfort measured after the anesthesia was administered.
- Results indicated that the closed-mouth technique led to less discomfort and better outcomes than the open-mouth technique, particularly when the palatal root length exceeded 19 mm.
Background: Calcific metamorphosis in root canals is common and presents challenges in gaining access. Guided endodontics offers a solution to overcome these difficulties. The PriciGuide® system is a patented guided endodontic technique claiming superior precision compared to sleeve-based guides.
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- - Traumatic injuries to anterior teeth can cause issues like calcification and periapical lesions, often requiring root canal treatment, but traditional preparation methods may weaken the tooth structure.
- - The AReneto® system, created by Roots to Cusps® Private Limited, employs augmented reality to assist clinicians in performing more precise, minimally invasive endodontic procedures.
- - A case study of a 24-year-old male with traumatic dental injuries demonstrates the efficacy of the AReneto® system for root canal treatment, leading to improved patient outcomes and better preservation of tooth integrity.
Traumatic injuries to maxillary central incisors often necessitate root canal treatment (RCT). However, traditional access cavity preparation can remove significant dentin, compromising tooth strength and long-term prognosis. This article explores the use of the PriciGuide™ system for minimally invasive access cavity preparation in such cases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFContext: Endodontic retreatment is the first line of treatment in cases of failed primary endodontic treatment. Although associated with challenges such as incomplete removal of obturating material, increased clinical time, and extrusion of apical debris, endodontic retreatment still has considerable success rate in the general population.
Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of TruNatomy, ProTaper retreatment, and RaCe file systems to remove the obturating material, time taken to remove the obturating material, and apical extrusion of debris using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).
Background: Instrumentation and irrigation of the root canal facilitating effective debridement is considered the most important single factor in the prevention and treatment of endodontic diseases.
Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate the depth of penetration of the irrigant depending on the final activation using Waterpik device modified with NaviTip needle, passive irrigation, and manual dynamic activation using the radiopaque solution in conjunction with digital dental radiography.
Materials And Methods: Ninety freshly extracted single-rooted mandibular premolars based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria were used for this study.
Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate apical microleakage in root canals containing broken rotary instruments obturated with cold lateral condensation and thermoplasticized injectable gutta-percha, with different sealers, using glucose penetration leakage study.
Materials And Methods: In this study, 96 extracted human mandibular premolars were decoronated, and the roots were randomly divided into eight groups ( = 12). Root canals were instrumented with #30 4% taper rotary files.
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- The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) compared to Hank's balanced salt solution (HBSS) in preserving the viability of periodontal ligament (PDL) cells in avulsed teeth.
- A total of 30 extracted third molars were used, divided into four groups for testing different storage conditions, including both storage media and control conditions (immediate and dry time).
- Results indicated no significant differences in PDL cell viability between the two storage methods, suggesting that PRF can be a suitable alternative to HBSS for storing avulsed teeth.
Aim: To evaluate the in vivo antibacterial efficacy of 2% chlorhexidine gel (CHX), 2% chitosan (CS) gel and their combination as an intracanal medicament against Enterococcus faecalis during endodontic retreatment procedure, with the use of qPCR.
Method: A total of 45 single rooted permanent teeth were selected from 28 systemically healthy patients (mean age of 43 years). After complete disinfection and access opening as well as gutta-percha (GP) removal, the first microbiological pretreatment sample (S1) was collected.
Aim: The aim of this study is to assess the effect of sodium hypochlorite and sterilization on the cyclic fatigue resistance of two reciprocating nickel-titanium files using a rotary and a reciprocating motor.
Materials And Methods: Totally, 160 Reciproc and Wave One files were tested. The eighty files of the same brand were assigned into four groups ( = 20).
Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of manual versus mechanical glide path (GP) on the surface changes of two different nickel-titanium rotary instruments used during root canal therapy in a moderately curved root canal.
Materials And Methods: Sixty systemically healthy controls were selected for the study. Controls were divided randomly into four groups: Group 1: Manual GP followed by RaCe rotary instruments, Group 2: Manual GP followed by HyFlex rotary instruments, Group 3: Mechanical GP followed by RaCe rotary instruments, Group 4: Mechanical GP followed by HyFlex rotary instruments.
Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of dentin on the antimicrobial efficacy of 3% sodium hypochlorite, 2% chlorhexidine, 17% EDTA and 18% etidronic acid against C. albicans.
Methodology: Dentin powder was prepared from mandibular first premolar using electrical grinder and sterilized.
This study evaluated the removal of debris and smear layer after post space preparation using different irrigations and passive ultrasonic agitation. Sixty human premolars were decoronated and post space prepared after endodontic therapy. The samples were then randomly divided into three experimental groups (Groups A, B, C) and one control group (Group D) with fifteen samples in each group.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: The present comparative analysis aimed at evaluating the mechanical behavior of various restorative materials in abfraction lesion in the presence and absence of occlusal restoration.
Materials And Methods: A three-dimensional finite-element analysis was performed. Six experimental models of mandibular first premolar were generated and divided into two groups (groups A and B) of three each.
Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the fracture resistance of endodontically treated maxillary premolars with wide mesio-occluso-distal (MOD) cavities restored with either composite resin, or composite resin reinforced with different types of fibres.
Materials And Methods: Fifty human maxillary premolars were selected. Five intact teeth served as positive controls.
The method of finite elements was developed at perfectly right times; growing computer capacities, growing human skills and industry demands for ever faster and cost effective product development providing unlimited possibilities for the researching community. This paper reviews the basic concept, current status, advances, advantages, limitations and applications of finite element method (FEM) in restorative dentistry and endodontics. Finite element method is able to reveal the otherwise inaccessible stress distribution within the tooth-restoration complex and it has proven to be a useful tool in the thinking process for the understanding of tooth biomechanics and the biomimetic approach in restorative dentistry.
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