ReviewBritish dental journal2025
Non-surgical endodontics - obturation.
Review in British dental journal, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 13 papers, 3 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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Who cites it
13 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Comparative evaluation of obturation techniques for C-shaped canals: a network meta-analysis.Frontiers in dental medicine · 2026Pooled it
- Comparative effects of ultrasonic and conventional sealer placement techniques on endodontic sealer layer quality: a systematic review and meta-analysis ofFrontiers in dental medicine · 2026Pooled it
- Comparative efficacy of novel biomaterials versus traditional materials in the treatment of dental and pulpal diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in medicine · 2026Pooled it
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- Root Canal Wall Adaptation of a Novel Filling Material: A Micro-CT Ex Vivo Evaluation.Dentistry journal · 2026Article
- In Vitro Comparison of Void Formation Between Calcium Silicate-Based Sealers and AH Plus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Dentistry journal · 2026Review
- Adherence to endodontic treatment protocols in the clinical practice of Lithuanian dentists and endodontists-cross-sectional study.BMC oral health · 2026Article
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- Post-Operative Pain After Endodontic Instrumentation, Irrigation and Obturation: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews Published from 2016 to 2025.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Push-out bond strength of zinc oxide eugenol sealer, bioceramic sealer and bioactive glass sealer to dentin among heat generated thermoplasticized gutta-percha technique.Bioinformation · 2026Article
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- Chemical and Biological Properties of C-Point Obturation Cones.Biomimetics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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Abstract
Once the root canal space is shaped and disinfected, it must be sealed to prevent recontamination, which can compromise treatment success and lead to reinfection. This crucial phase of root canal therapy is known as obturation - a term derived from the Latin obturare, meaning to block, close, or obstruct. The primary goal of obturation is to create a bacteria-tight/fluid-tight seal within the root canal system, preventing bacterial ingress and entombing any residual microorganisms that may remain after cleaning and shaping. Achieving an optimal seal requires a thorough understanding of the various materials and techniques available, as well as their respective advantages and limitations. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the materials and clinical techniques used in root canal obturation, including traditional and contemporary approaches. Additionally, it explores the rationale behind material selection and technique adaptation, equipping clinicians with the knowledge to make informed decisions tailored to individual clinical scenarios. By evaluating the properties and performance of different sealers and obturation methods, this paper aims to guide practitioners toward the most effective and predictable outcomes in endodontic treatment.
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