• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제39권1호
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• pp.56-62
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• 2014

A tooth with primary endodontic disease that demonstrates a periodontal defect might be extracted because of misdiagnosis as severe periodontal disease or a vertical root fracture. The aim of this case report was to demonstrate the long-term survival of endodontically treated teeth, which had been initially considered unsavable. With meticulous evaluation including the patient's dental history, clinical and radiographic examinations, teeth with primary endodontic lesions could be differentiated and saved after proper root canal treatment. Pain history, vitality test, and radiographic examinations, as well as a general periodontal condition check with periodontal probing on an affected tooth, might be the key methods to differentiate endodontic pathosis from that of periodontal disease.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제39권2호
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• pp.115-119
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• 2014

As long as the prognosis of teeth remains a matter of concern, the endodontic-periodontal relationship will be considered a challenge for the clinician. Many etiologic factors, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, plus other contributing factors, such as trauma, root resorptions/perforations, and dental malformations, play a role in the co-occurrence of endodontic and periodontal lesions. Whatever the cause, a correct diagnosis on which to base the treatment plan is the key to successful maintenance of the tooth. This article reports the successful endodontic management of a furcation lesion in a mandibular molar that was nonresponsive to a previous periodontal surgical graft. The case had presented a diagnostic challenge for the clinicians, and this article reviews the key points that can lead to a correct diagnosis and treatment planning.

• Journal of Periodontal and Implant Science
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• 제43권3호
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• pp.136-140
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• 2013

Purpose: The aim of this study was to identify a role for endodontic intervention in enhancing the regenerative potential of the periodontal ligament when combined with periodontal treatment in seriously involved teeth with a secondary endodontic component. Methods: Patients who exhibited radiolucency extending to the periapical region, abnormal electric pulp testing values, and deep probing depth derived from primary periodontal disease with secondary endodontic involvement were included. Intentional root canal treatment was applied to those teeth in which the apical lesions were presumed to communicate with those of the periodontal lesion of the teeth that remained vital. In all three selected cases, regenerative periodontal therapy incorporating either bone graft or guided tissue regeneration was instituted 3 months after the endodontic intervention. Results: Remarkable enhancement in radiographic density was noticeable around the affected teeth as evidenced by changes in radiopacity. There was a significant reduction in the probing pocket depth and gain in the clinical attachment level. Chewing discomfort gradually disappeared from the commencement of the combined treatment. Conclusions: An intentional endodontic intervention may be a worthwhile approach for the sophisticated management of teeth suffering from serious attachment loss and alveolar bone destruction with concomitant secondary endodontic involvement.

• 대한소아치과학회지
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• 제32권1호
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• pp.126-131
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• 2005

본 연구는 항생제를 복합 투여하여 유치의 근관 및 치근단 주위 감염에 대한 효과를 임상적으로 관찰하고자 하였다. 근관 및 치근단 주위 병소의 멸균을 목적으로 metronidazole, ciprofloxacin 및 minocyclin을 증류수 및 근관시멘트와 혼합하여 적용하였다. 유치의 근관 입구로부터 하방에 $Fissurotomy^{(R)}$ bur(SS White, USA)를 이용하여 약제 공간을 형성하였고 약제는 치수실 바닥까지 채웠다. 본 증례들에서 단회 적용으로 임상 증상이 개선되었다. 치은종창, 동통, 누공 등 모든 증상이 술 후 1주일 내에 소실되었다. 임상적으로 활용하기 위해서는 보다 많은 수의 증례와 장기간의 임상적 평가가 필요하며 아직까지 근관내 항생제 사용에 따른 부작용에 대한 보고가 없지만 항생제에 민감한 환아에 대해서는 사용에 주의가 필요할 것으로 사료된다. 저자는 행동조절이 곤란한 소아에서 생리적 치근흡수가 진행 중인 감염된 유치를 가진 환아들을 대상으로 항생제를 복합 사용한 바 증상의 개선을 관찰하였기에 보고하는 바이다.

• Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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• 제43권2호
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• pp.94-99
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• 2017

Objectives: Idiopathic bone cavity (IBC) is an uncommon intra-osseous cavity of unknown etiology. Clinical features of IBC are not well known and treatment modalities of IBC are controversial. The purpose of this study was to investigate the clinical characteristics of 27 IBC patients who underwent surgical exploration. Materials and Methods: A total of 27 consecutive patients who underwent surgery due to a jaw bone cavity from April 2006 to February 2016 were included in this study. Nine male and 18 female patients were enrolled. Patients were examined retrospectively regarding primary site, history of trauma, graft material, radiographic size of the lesion, presence of interdental scalloping, erosion of the inferior border of the mandible, complications, results of bone graft, and recurrence. Results: Female dominance was found. Maxillary lesion was found in one patient, and bilateral posterior mandibular lesions were found in two patients. The other patients showed a single mandibular lesion. The posterior mandible (24 cases) was the most common site of IBC, followed by the anterior mandible (5 cases). Two patients with anterior mandibular lesion reported history of trauma due to car accident, while the others denied any trauma history. Radiographic cystic cavity length over 30 mm was found in 10 patients. Seven patients showed erosion of the mandibular inferior border. The operations performed were surgical exploration, curettage, and bone or collagen graft. One bilateral IBC patient showed recurrence of the lesion during follow-up. Grafted bone was integrated into the native mandibular bone without infection. One patient reported necrosis of the mandibular incisor pulp after operation. Conclusion: Differential diagnosis of IBC is difficult, and IBC is often confused with periapical cyst. Surgical exploration and bone graft are recommended for treating IBC. Endodontic treatment of involved teeth should be evaluated before operation. Bone graft is recommended to reduce the healing period.