• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제39권4호
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• pp.319-323
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• 2014

In dentistry, the term 'fusion' is used to describe a developmental disorder of dental hard tissues. In the permanent dentition, fusion of a normal tooth and a supernumerary tooth usually involves the incisors or canines. However, a few cases of fusion involving premolars have also been reported to date. We present a rare case in which fusion of the maxillary left second premolar and a supernumerary tooth in a 13-year-old girl was diagnosed using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT, Alphard-3030, Asahi Roentgen Ind. Co., Ltd.). The tooth was bicuspidized after routine nonsurgical root canal treatment, and the separated teeth underwent appropriate restoration procedures. The second premolar and supernumerary tooth remained asymptomatic without any signs of inflammation after a follow-up period of 9 years. Identification of anatomical anomalies is important for treatment in cases involving fusion with supernumerary tooth, and therefore the microscopic examinations and CBCT are essential for the diagnosis. Fused teeth can be effectively managed by the comprehensive treatment which includes both endodontic and periodontal procedures.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제47권3호
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• pp.26.1-26.10
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• 2022

Wegener's granulomatosis (WG) is a condition with immune-mediated pathogenesis that can present oral manifestations. This report describes the case of a patient diagnosed with WG 14 years previously, who was affected by persistent pain of non-odontogenic origin after successful endodontic treatment. A 39-year-old woman with WG was diagnosed with pulp necrosis and apical periodontitis of teeth #31, #32, and #41, after evaluation through a clinical examination and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). At the first appointment, these teeth were subjected to conventional endodontic treatment. At 6- and 12-month follow-up visits, the patient complained of persistent pain associated with the endodontically treated teeth (mainly in tooth #31), despite complete remission of the periapical lesions shown by radiographic and CBCT exams proving the effectiveness of the endodontic treatments, thus indicating a probable diagnostic of persistent pain of non-odontogenic nature. After the surgical procedure was performed to curette the lesion and section 3 mm of the apical third of tooth #31, the histopathological analysis suggested that the painful condition was likely associated with the patient's systemic condition. Based on clinical, radiographic, and histopathological findings, this unusual case report suggests that WG may be related to non-odontogenic persistent pain after successful endodontic treatments.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제48권4호
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• pp.32.1-32.8
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• 2023

Ingestions and aspirations of foreign bodies are rare, but do occasionally occur during dental treatment. Although reports exist, few include photos demonstrating the extensive surgical intervention that may be necessary to manage such events. Perhaps this lack of visualization, and associated lack of awareness, is one of the reasons some clinicians still provide nonsurgical root canal therapy (NSRCT) without a rubber dam. This case report outlines the medical treatment of a 30-year-old male who initially presented to a general dentist's office (not associated with the authors) for NSRCT of their mandibular right first molar. A rubber dam was not used for this procedure, during which the accidental ingestion of an endodontic K-file occurred. The patient was subsequently hospitalized for evaluation and treatment, consisting of numerous imaging studies, endoscopic evaluation, and surgical removal of the file from his small intestine. The ingestion of foreign bodies, and the associated complications, can be reduced through the routine use of a rubber dam, which is considered the standard of care for NSRCT. This case graphically illustrates the potential consequences associated with deviating from the standard of care and should remind clinicians that a rubber dam is necessary for all cases of NSRCT.

• 대한소아치과학회지
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• 제45권3호
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• pp.324-333
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• 2018

유년기는 치열변화, 치아우식 등 전반적으로 변화가 많은 시기로, 구강질환 예방 및 조기치료를 위해 정기적 내원이 필요하다. 본 연구는 진정법 하 치과치료 후 정기검진 패턴에 영향을 미치는 요인을 파악하고자 했다. 2009년부터 2013년까지 이대목동병원 소아치과에서 진정법 하 치과치료를 받은 환자 562명을 3년간 내원 횟수에 따라 4개의 군으로 분류한 뒤, Chi-square test를 이용하여 정기검진에 영향을 미치는 요인을 파악했다. 내원 기간 동안 주치의 변경, 진정법 하 치료한 치아 개수, 총 치료시간, 수복치료, 소수술, 예방적 치료는 재내원 그룹과 통계적으로 유의한 차이가 있었다(p < 0.05). 소수술을 받은 환자 및 우식 이환 치아 개수가 적거나 중등도인 환자의 경우 재내원 가능성이 낮으므로, 보호자에게 치료의 예후관찰 및 구강질환 예방을 위해 정기검진이 필요함을 강조해야 할 것이다.

• 대한치과마취과학회지
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• 제13권3호
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• pp.95-102
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• 2013

Background: Sedation or outpatient general anesthesia is a necessary method for a successful dental treatment for children and the disabled who have a difficulty of cooperation. The aim of this study was to assess the patients who had dental treatment under sedation or outpatient general anesthesia at department of pediatric dentistry, Chonnam national university dental hospital and Gwangju dental clinic for the disabled. Methods: 875 patients who had sedation from January 2009 to September 2013 and 88 patients who had outpatient general anesthesia after May 2011 were assessed for this study. Patient's distribution and treatment patterns were examined. Results: The number of patients has been increasing in both sedation and outpatient general anesthesia. In case of sedation, the proportion of male patients was higher and 4-6 years age group was the highest. Most patients have resided in Gwangju buk-gu and the percentage of restorative treatment was the highest. In case of outpatient general anesthesia, the proportion of male patients was higher than that of sedation. Two groups, 10-19 and 20-29 years age, consisted most of patient. Most patients have resided in Gwangju buk-gu and Jeollanam-do, and the percentage of periodontic and preventive treatment was the highest. Conclusions: Sedation or outpatient general anesthesia for dental treatment has been increasing for children and the disabled who have a difficulty of cooperation. Therefore, it is important to improve treatment environment under sedation and general anesthesia through continuous research and studies.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제45권2호
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• pp.21.1-21.12
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• 2020

The aim of this article was to review age-dependent clinical recommendations for appropriate root canal instrumentation techniques. A comprehensive narrative review of canal morphology, the structural characteristics of dentin, and endodontic outcomes at different ages was undertaken instead of a systematic review. An electronic literature search was carried out, including the Medline (Ovid), PubMed, and Web of Science databases. The searches used controlled vocabulary and free-text terms, as follows: 'age-related root canal treatment,' 'age-related instrumentation,' 'age-related chemo-mechanical preparation,' 'age-related endodontic clinical recommendations,' 'root canal instrumentation at different ages,' 'geriatric root canal treatment,' and 'pediatric root canal treatment.' Due to the lack of literature with practical age-based clinical recommendations for an appropriate root canal instrumentation technique, a narrative review was conducted to suggest a clinical algorithm for choosing the most appropriate instrumentation technique during root canal treatment. Based on the evidence found through the narrative review, an age-related clinical algorithm for choosing appropriate instrumentation during root canal treatment was proposed. Age affects the morphology of the root canal system and the structural characteristics of dentin. The clinician's awareness of root canal morphology and dentin characteristics can influence the choice of instruments for root canal treatment.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제18권1호
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• pp.84-94
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• 1993

The purpose of this study was to evaluate flexure strength of composite resin inlay according to heat treatment and duration in comparasion with visible light-cured resin. In this study, materials were used 1 visible light-cured resin and 3 kinds of composite resin inlays. Control group was visible light cured resin (Photo Clearfil Posterior) and experimental groups were composite resin inlays (Brilliant Dentin, Brilliant Enamel and Clearfil CR Inlay). Experimental groups were divided 3 groups: First group was Brilliant Dentin and second group was Brilliant Enamel and -third group was Clearfil CR Inlay. Used experimental groups were calculated flexural strength according to heat treatment and duration. The following results were obtained: 1. Experimental groups were higher flexural strength than control group. 2. At $100^{\circ}C$ when heat treatment carried out 7 minutes flexural strength elevated third group, second group, first group in turn and when heat treatment carried out 15 minutes flexural strength elevated third group, second group, first group in turn but no difference was showed between first and second group. 3. At $125^{\circ}C$ when heat treatment was carried out 7 minutes flexural strength elevated third group, second group, first group in turn and when heat treatment was carried out 15 minutes flexural strength elevated third group, first group, second group in turn but no difference was showed between first and second group. 4. In spite of heat treatment and duration the third group was highest flexural strength in the others groups.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제49권1호
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• pp.8.1-8.12
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• 2024

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of Dental Practicality Index (DPI) training using an online video on the treatment planning decisions and confidence level of dental undergraduates (DUs). Materials and Methods: Ninety-four DUs were shown 15 clinical case scenarios and asked to decide on treatment plans based on 4 treatment options. The most appropriate treatment plan had been decided by a consensus panel of experienced dentists. DUs then underwent DPI training using an online video. In a post-DPI-training test, DUs were shown the same clinical case scenarios and asked to assign the best treatment option. After 6 weeks, DUs were retested to assess their knowledge retention. In all 3 tests, DUs completed the confidence level scale questionnaire. Data were analyzed using the related-samples Wilcoxon signed rank test and the independent-samples Mann-Whitney U test with the level of significance set at p < 0.05. Results: DPI training significantly improved the mean scores of the DUs from 7.53 in the pre-DPI-training test to 9.01 in the post-DPI-training test (p < 0.001). After 6 weeks, the mean scores decreased marginally to 8.87 in the retention test (p = 0.563). DPI training increased their confidence level from 5.68 pre-DPI training to 7.09 post-DPI training. Conclusions: Training DUs using DPI with an online video improved their decision-making and confidence level in treatment planning.

• 대한소아치과학회지
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• 제34권3호
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• pp.408-419
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• 2007

본 연구는 불소 유리 수복재의 불소 유리 및 재흡수 양상을 비교 평가하기 위하여 수복 후 45일간 불소 유리량을 측정하고, 이후 APF 젤과 불소 바니쉬 도포 후 재흡수된 불소의 유리 양상과 주사 전자현미경을 이용한 시편의 표면 거칠기 변화를 비교 평가하고자 하였다. 복합레진, 유동성 복합레진, 컴포머, 광중합형 글라스 아이오노머, 자가중합형 글라스 아이오노머를 시편으로 제작하여 시편에서 방출되는 불소의 양을 처음 일주일 동안은 1일 간격으로 측정하고 8일에서 38일 사이는 3일 간격으로 측정하였다. 불소가 완전히 유리된 후 APF 젤과 불소 바니쉬를 도포하여 4주간 불소 유리의 변화와 주사 전자현미경을 이용한 시편의 표면 거칠기를 비교 평가한 후 다음과 같은 결과를 얻었다. 1. 불소 유리 수복재에서 38일 동안 불소 유리는 유동성 복합레진은 1 ppm이하로, 컴포머는 1-2 ppm, 글라스 아이오노머는 2-8 ppm 으로 지속적인 유리가 관찰되었고, 실험 45일 경과 후 불소 유리는 거의 되지 않았다. 2. 불소 도포 후의 불소 유리는 불소 바니쉬보다 APF 젤 도포 후가 증가되었다. 불소 도포 첫날의 불소 유리에서 불소 바니쉬는 0.6-0.2 ppm, APF 젤은 0.6-2.6 ppm으로 유의 할 만한 차이를 보였고 (p<0.05), 나머지 4주간은 대부분 비슷한 정도의 유리를 보였다. 3. 주사전자현미경적 소견은 불소를 도포시키지 않은 대조군에 비해 불소를 도포시킨 실험군이 거친 표면을 나타냈다. APF 젤과 불소 바니쉬 도포 후 APF 젤보다 불소 바니쉬의 표면 거칠기가 적었다.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제23권1호
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• pp.110-140
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• 1998

One of the problems facing in all modern dental hospitals is the much efforts, manpower and space are needed to effectively sort and stack patients' charts of the various dental departments. In addition, the storage and prompt arrangement of x-ray films is also a problem. Therefore, if dental charts as well as films could be computerized, it would be easier to store and keep them; by data basing, many space, manpower and cost would be saved: data could also be effectively managed for the purpose of academic researches. This would be an epoch -making event in the development of dental hospital management. The purpose of this study is to develop a dental information processing program, that will be used to store dental treatment records and digital image data using a new record media, the optical card. The patients' charts from the dental hospital were selected. The treatment records of the chart were put into the treatment data -recording area of the program, and the digital images of various dental x-ray films were made with a scanner. These data were stored in the optical card and analyzed to get the following results: 1. In this program it is possible to put treatment records and image data into and out from the optical card, and it is impossible to correct and delete all data recorded on the optical card. 2. All data in the optical card system can be searched and analyzed on database. 3. The resolution of image data stored in optical card is above 5.9 lp/mm. 4, All data of dental charts used as samples, stored to optical cards, occupies average 14%, In conclusion, with the development of the storage system using the optical card, a dental patient's life-time treatment record can be stored in one optical card and used as a substitute for the dental chart.