• 대한치과의사협회지
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• 제55권8호
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• pp.565-573
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• 2017

Root canal perforations are defined as the communication between the pulp cavity, the periodontal tissue and alveolar bone. The occurrence of perforations during endodontic treatment is reported to range from 2.3%~12%, which is not a complication rarely happens. Perforations have iatrogenic or pathological etiologies that involve caries or resorption. It leads to inflammation and the destruction of periodontal fibers and alveolar bone, followed by periodontal defects. Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) is currently the most indicated material for repair of root perforation, because of its favorable biocompatibility and sealing ability. Using magnification with dental operating microscope enhance the accessibility and visibility to manage the root perforation. It is important to diagnose and repair perforations immediately if possible.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제37권3호
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• pp.149-154
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• 2012

Objectives: To evaluate the accuracy of the Root ZX in teeth with simulated root perforation in the presence of gel or liquid type endodontic irrigants, such as saline, 5.25% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), 2% chlorhexidine liquid, 2% chlorhexidine gel, and RC-Prep, and also to determine the electrical conductivities of these endodontic irrigants. Materials and Methods: A root perforation was simulated on twenty freshly extracted teeth by means of a small perforation made on the proximal surface of the root at 4 mm from the anatomic apex. Root ZX was used to locate root perforation and measure the electronic working lengths. The results obtained were compared with the actual working length (AWL) and the actual location of perforations (AP), allowing tolerances of 0.5 or 1.0 mm. Measurements within these limits were considered as acceptable. Chi-square test or the Fisher's exact test was used to evaluate significance. Electrical conductivities of each irrigant were also measured with an electrical conductivity tester. Results: The accuracies of the Root ZX in perforated teeth were significantly different between liquid types (saline, NaOCl) and gel types (chlorhexidine gel, RC-Prep). The accuracies of electronic working lengths in perforated teeth were higher in gel types than in liquid types. The accuracy in locating root perforation was higher in liquid types than gel types. 5.25% NaOCl had the highest electrical conductivity, whereas 2% chlorhexidine gel and RC-Prep gel had the lowest electrical conductivities among the five irrigants. Conclusions: Different canal irrigants with different electrical conductivities may affect the accuracy of the Root ZX in perforated teeth.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제43권2호
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• pp.17.1-17.7
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• 2018

Iatrogenic perforations negatively impact the outcome of endodontic treatments. Studies on prognostic factors showed that perforations in the coronal third of the root with periodontal pocket formation have an unfavorable prognosis. A 36-year-old female was referred for endodontic evaluation of tooth #13 with a history of an iatrogenic perforation, happened 3 years ago. There was a sinus tract associated with perforation, 10 mm probing on the mesial and mesio-palatal, bleeding on probing, radiolucent lesion adjacent to the perforation and complete resorption of the interdental bone between teeth #13 and #12. After the treatment options were discussed, she chose to save the tooth. The tooth was accessed under rubber dam isolation, the perforation site was cleaned and disinfected using 0.5% sodium hypochlorite and sealed with calcium-enriched mixture cement. Eighteen months after treatment the tooth was functional and asymptomatic. The probing depths were normal without bleeding on probing. Radiographically, the interdental crestal bone formed between teeth #13 and #12. Despite all negative prognostic factors in this case (i.e., perforations in the coronal third, pocket formation, and radiolucent lesion), healing was unexpectedly achieved via non-surgical repair of the perforation. Further research on biological aspects of healing in the periodontium following iatrogenic perforations are recommended.

• 대한소아치과학회지
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• 제31권1호
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• pp.59-65
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• 2004

치근천공은 근관치료시 종종 발생되는 사고로서 치근과 치주조직과의 개통을 의미하며, 치과의사에 의하여 우발적 또는 의도적으로 발생된다. 성공적인 치근천공의 치료로서 즉시 천공부위를 충전하여 감염을 방지하는 것이 중요한데 이러한 목표를 위하여 치근천공의 발생 시간, 크기 및 위치에 대한 고려가 필요하다. 치근천공의 진단을 위하여 직접 육안으로 출혈을 관찰하거나 방사선검사 또는 천공위치를 파악하는 보조적 방법 등이 유용하며, 치료로서 비수술적 또는 수술적 방법이 사용될 수 있다. 본 증례는 전북대학교 소아치과에 내원한 환자에서 영구전치의 치근 치경부에서 치근 천공이 일어난 경우로서 보존적인 접근을 통해 양호한 결과를 얻었기에 보고하는 바이다.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제37권1호
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• pp.50-53
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• 2012

Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) is a useful diagnostic tool for identification of both internal and external root configurations. This case report describes the endodontic management of a lateral incisor with both dens invaginatus and external root irregularity by using CBCT. Nonsurgical endodontic retreatment was performed on the lateral incisor with dens invaginatus. A perforation through the dens invaginatus and external concavity was repaired using mineral trioxide aggregate. After 18 mon of follow-up, there were no clinical symptoms. Recall radiographs appeared normal and showed healing of the periapical pathosis. The understanding of both internal root canal configuration and external root irregularity using CBCT can ensure predictable and successful results.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제39권2호
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• pp.137-142
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• 2014

This article presents the successful surgical management of a failed mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) orthograde obturation of a tooth with a history of impact trauma and perforated internal root resorption. A symptomatic maxillary lateral incisor with a history of perforation due to internal root resorption and nonsurgical repair using MTA was referred. Unintentional overfill of the defect with MTA had occurred 4 yr before the initial visit. The excess MTA had since disappeared, and a radiolucent lesion adjacent to the perforation site was evident radiographically. Surgical endodontic retreatment was performed using calcium enriched mixture (CEM) cement as a repair material. Histological examination of the lesion revealed granulation tissue with chronic inflammation, and small fragments of MTA encapsulated within fibroconnective tissue. At the one and two year follow up exams, all signs and symptoms of disease had resolved and the tooth was functional. Complete radiographic healing of the lesion was observed two years after the initial visit. This case report illustrates how the selection of an appropriate approach to treatment of a perforation can affect the long term prognosis of a tooth. In addition, extrusion of MTA into a periradicular lesion should be avoided.

• 대한치과의사협회지
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• 제50권9호
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• pp.574-585
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• 2012

Purpose : This study was performed to evaluate the healing response around the root perforation restorative material. Materials and Methods : Four beagle dogs were used for experimental study. Endodontic treatment was performed at four maxillary premolars and artificial perforation was formed at furcation area of pulp chamber. Canal was filled with gutta percha cone and the perforation was sealed with MTA at group 1. At group 2, canal was filled and the perforation was sealed with dentin paste. Tooth paste was fabricated using extracted human teeth. Histologic examination of furcation area was performed 2, 4, 8 and 12 weeks after experiment. Results : New trabecular bone formation was observed around the MTA and tooth paste. Lamellar bone was observed as time is over. There were no inflammatory reaction in both groups. Conclusion : There is a possibility which endodontic filling material can be developed using extracted teeth.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제47권4호
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• pp.35.1-35.9
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• 2022

Although the success rates of microsurgery and micro-resurgery are very high, the influence of a recurrent perforation combined with radicular cyst remains unclear. A 21-year-old white female patient had a history of root perforation in a previously treated right maxillary lateral incisor. Analysis using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) revealed an extensive and well-defined periapical radiolucency, involving the buccal and palatal bone plate. The perforation was sealed with bioceramic material (Biodentine) in the pre-surgical phase. In the surgical phase, guided tissue regeneration (GTR) was performed by combining xenograft (lyophilized bovine bone) and autologous platelet-rich fibrin applied to the bone defect. The root-end preparation was done using an ultrasonic tip. The retrograde filling was performed using a bioceramic material (Biodentine). Histopathological analysis confirmed a radicular cyst. The patient returned to her referring practitioner to continue the restorative procedures. CBCT analysis after 1-year recall revealed another perforation in the same place as the first intervention, ultimately treated by micro-resurgery using the same protocol with GTR, and a bioceramic material (MTA Angelus). The 2-year recall showed healing and bone neoformation. In conclusion, endodontic micro-resurgery with GTR showed long-term favorable results when a radicular cyst and a recurrent perforation compromised the success.

• 치위생과학회지
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• 제16권4호
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• pp.317-322
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• 2016

최근 성장 중인 아동에서 치근의 성장이 계속됨에 따라 치수가 괴사되어 치근의 병변이 있는 미성숙 영구치에서도 치수의 재혈관화(revascularization)가 실제로 일어날 수 있다는 가능성이 제시되고 있다. 소아치과영역에서 자주 접하게 되는 미성숙 영구치의 치근단 형성술의 목적은 열린 치근단에서 세균 침입을 제한하고 치근단 장벽 형성을 촉진하는 것이다. 미성숙 치아의 근관 치료에서 기존의 수산화칼슘을 이용한 치근단 형성술은 빈번한 내원과 장기간 소요되는 치료 기간, 환자협조 요구, 최종 처치의 지연, 장기간의 수산화칼슘 적용 이후 치아 파절 가능성의 증가 등의 단점이 보고되었다. 기존의 수산화칼슘 치근단형성술의 대체방법으로 MTA를 이용한 1-visit 치근단형성술을 시행하고 있다. MTA는 1990년대 초반 근관치료 분야에서 다양한 적용을 위해 개발되었다. MTA의 우수한 임상적 성질에 힘입어 국내에서도 OrthoMTA 및 Endo CEM 등의 mineral aggregate 제품이 출시되어 있다. 따라서 본 증례에서는 우리나라의 청소년에서 MTA 적용한 사례를 보고하는 데 있다. 이 연구를 통해 MTA를 이용하여 진료하는 임상가에게 소개하고자 한다. 이 연구는 11~12세의 파절이 된 치아에 MTA를 적용하여 근관 치료를 하였다. 치료 받은 환자의 치아 상태를 12개월 동안 추적 관찰하였고, 국내에서 개발된 OrthoMTA를 이용한 치근단형성술을 시행한 후 임상적 및 방사선학적 관찰 결과를 통해 근관치료재생술(REP)에 관한 만족할 만한 결과를 얻었으며, 치수괴사가 생긴 경우에서도 성공적으로 치수재생술을 적용할 수 있다는 정보를 제공하고 그 결과를 공유하기 위함이다.

• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제37권2호
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• pp.103-110
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• 2007

Purpose: To examine the danger zone of mesial root of mandibular first molar of patient without extraction using CBCT (cone-beam computed tomography) to avoid the risk of root perforation. Materials and Methods: 20 mandibular first molars without caries and restorations were collected, CT images were obtained by CBCT ($PSR9000N^{TM}$, Asahi Roentgen Co., Japan), reformed and analyzed by V-work 5.0 (CyberMed Inc., Korea), Distance between canal orifice and furcation was measured. In cross sectional images at 3, 4 and 5 mm below the canal orifice, distal wall thickness of mesiobuccal canal (MB-D), distal wall thickness of mesiolingual canal (ML-D), distal wall thickness of central part (C-D), mesial wall thickness of mesiobuccal canal (MB-M) and mesial wall thickness of mesiolingual canal (ML-M) were measured, Results: The mean distance between the canal orifice and the furcation of the roots is 2.40 mm, Distal wall is found to be thinner than mesial wall. Mean dentinal wall thickness of distal wall is about 1 mm, The wall thickness is thinner as the distance from the canal orifice is farther. But significant differences are not noted between 4 mm and 5 mm in MB-D and C-D, MB-D is thinner than ML-D although the differences is not significant. Conclusion: The present study confirmed the anatomical weakness of distal surface of the coronal part of the mesial roots of mandibular first molar by CBCT and provided an anatomical guide line of wall thickness during endodontic treatment.