ArticleClinical oral investigations2021
Microscopic and chemical evaluation of the filling quality of five obturation techniques in oval-shaped root canals.
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- Evaluation of three obturation techniques in 3D-printed models of oval canals with standardized prepared morphology: a micro-CT study.BMC oral health · 2025Article
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- Reducing apical voids for intra-canal sealer injection using a modified passive deflation needle.Odontology · 2024Article
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- Micro-computed tomographic evaluation on the quality of single-cone obturation using a modified passive-deflation sealer injection needle: an in vitro study.BMC oral health · 2024Article
- Assessment of isthmus filling using two obturation techniques performed by students with different levels of clinical experience.Journal of dental sciences · 2024Article
- Performance of obturation techniques in anatomical irregularities located at different thirds of the root canal system.Journal of applied oral science : revista FOB · 2024Article
- Evaluation of the Impact of Calcium Silicate-Based Sealer Insertion Technique on Root Canal Obturation Quality: A Micro-Computed Tomography Study.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- The Contribution of Various In Vitro Methodologies to Comprehending the Filling Ability of Root Canal Pastes in Primary Teeth.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Quantitative analysis of the obturation of oval-shaped canals using thermoplastic techniques.Journal of clinical and experimental dentistry · 2023Article
- Effectiveness of Two Endodontic Instruments in Calcium Silicate-Based Sealer Retreatment.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
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Abstract
objectivesThe aim of this study was to assess the filling quality of five obturation techniques in oval-shaped root canals. MATERIALS AND
methodsA total of 212 mandibular first molars with one distal oval canal were selected. Distal canals, shaped with WaveOne Gold Primary, were randomly divided in five groups (n = 40) for obturation: continuous wave condensation, GuttaCore, Thermafil, single cone with AH plus, and single cone with BioRoot RCS. The proportions of gutta-percha-filled areas (GPFA), sealer-filled areas (SFA), void areas (VA), and the sealer/gutta tags into dentinal tubules at 4 mm and 2 mm from the apex were analyzed by an optical numeric microscope, SEM, and energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX). Data were then compared by Kruskal-Wallis one-way ANOVA on ranks (α = 0.05).
resultsAt 4 mm, a statistically significant higher GPFA and lower SFA were observed in the GuttaCore and Thermafil groups compared with the 3 other groups. A statistically significant lower VA was observed in the continuous wave condensation, GuttaCore, and Thermafil groups than in the two single-cone groups. At 2 mm, there were a statistically significant higher GPFA and lower SFA and VA in GuttaCore and Thermafil groups than in the 3 other groups. At the two levels investigated, the presence of gutta-percha tags was clearly demonstrated for GuttaCore and Thermafil groups; no tags were observed in the 3 other groups.
conclusionsObturation quality was overall improved in GuttaCore and Thermafil groups. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Carrier-based techniques may significantly improve the filling quality compared to continuous wave condensation and single-cone technique. The single-cone technique might have inherent limitations especially in oval root canals regardless of the sealer used.
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