• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제43권4호
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• pp.46.1-46.10
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• 2018

Objectives: This study was to evaluate the antibacterial effect of different instrumentation and irrigation techniques using confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM) after root canal inoculation with Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis). Materials and Methods: Mesiobuccal and mesiolingual canals of extracted mandibular molars were apically enlarged up to a size 25 hand K-file, then autoclaved and inoculated with E. faecalis. The samples were randomly divided into 4 main groups according to the system of instrumentation and irrigation: an XP-endo Shaper (XPS) combined with conventional irrigation (XPS/C) or an XP-endo Finisher (XPF) (XPS/XPF), and iRaCe combined with conventional irrigation (iRaCe/C) or combined with an XPF (iRaCe/XPF). A middle-third sample was taken from each group, and then the bacterial reduction was evaluated using CLSM at a depth of $50{\mu}m$ inside the dentinal tubules. The ratio of red fluorescence (dead cells) to green-and-red fluorescence (live and dead cells) represented the percentage of bacterial reduction. The data were then statistically analyzed using the Kruskal-Wallis test for comparisons across the groups and the Dunn test was used for pairwise comparisons. Results: The instrumentation and irrigation techniques had a significant effect on bacterial reduction (p < 0.05). The iRaCe/XPF group showed the strongest effect, followed by the XPS/XPF and XPS/C group, while the iRaCe/C group had the weakest effect. Conclusions: Combining iRaCe with XPF improved its bacterial reduction effect, while combining XPS with XPF did not yield a significant improvement in its ability to reduce bacteria at a depth of $50{\mu}m$ in the dentinal tubules.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제40권1호
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• pp.44-49
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• 2015

Objectives: This study compared the ability of several techniques to remove calcium hydroxide (CH) from the root canal and determined the influence of CH residues on the accuracy of the electronic apex locator. Materials and Methods: Root canals of 90 human maxillary lateral incisors with confirmed true working length (TWL) were prepared and filled with CH. The teeth were randomly assigned to one of the experimental groups according to the CH removal technique (n = 14): 0.9% saline; 0.9% saline + master apical file (MAF); 17% ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid (EDTA); 17% EDTA + MAF; 5.25% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl); 5.25% NaOCl + MAF. Six teeth were used as negative control. After CH removal, the electronic working length was measured using Root-ZX (Morita Corp.) and compared with TWL to evaluate Root-ZX accuracy. All specimens were sectioned longitudinally, and the area of remaining CH (CH) and total canal area were measured using imaging software. Results: The EDTA + MAF and NaOCl + MAF groups showed better CH removal than other groups (p < 0.05). Root-ZX reliability to prevent overestimated working length to be > 85% within a tolerance of ${\pm}1.0mm$ (p < 0.05). There was strong negative correlation between amount of CH residues and EAL accuracy (r = -0.800 for ${\pm}0.5mm$; r = -0.940 for ${\pm}1.0mm$). Conclusions: The mechanical instrumentation improves the CH removal of irrigation solutions although none of the techniques removed the dressing completely. Residues of CH medication in root canals affected the accuracy of Root-ZX adversely.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제39권2호
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• pp.104-108
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• 2014

Objectives: To evaluate the effect of passive ultrasonic agitation on the cleaning capacity of a hybrid instrumentation technique. Materials and Methods: Twenty mandibular incisors with mesiodistal-flattened root shape had their crowns sectioned at 1 mm from the cementoenamel junction. Instrumentation was initiated by catheterization with K-type files (Denstply Maillefer) #10, #15, and #20 at 3 mm from the working length. Cervical preparation was performed with Largo bur #1 (Dentsply Maillefer) followed by apical instrumentation with K-type files #15, #20 and #25, and finishing with ProTaper F2 file (Denstply Maillefer). All files were used up to the working length under irrigation with 1 mL of 2.5% sodium hypochlorite (Biodyn$\hat{a}$mica) at each instrument change. At the end of instrumentation, the roots were randomly separated into 2 groups (n = 10). All specimens received final irrigation with 1 mL of 2.5% sodium hypochlorite. The solution remained in the root canals in Group 1 for one minute; and ultrasonic agitation was performed in Group 2 for one minute using a straight tip inserted at 1 mm from working length. The specimens were processed histologically and the sections were analyzed under optic microscope (x64) to quantify debris present in the root canal. Results: The samples submitted to ultrasonic agitation (Group 2) presented significant decrease in the amount of debris in comparison with those of Group 1 (p < 0.05). Conclusions: The hybrid instrumentation technique associated with passive ultrasonic agitation promoted greater debris removal in the apical third of the root canals.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제41권2호
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• pp.114-120
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• 2016

Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare the push-out bond strength and dentinal tubule penetration of root canal sealers used with coated core materials and conventional gutta-percha. Materials and Methods: A total of 72 single-rooted human mandibular incisors were instrumented with NiTi rotary files with irrigation of 2.5% NaOCl. The smear layer was removed with 17% ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA). Specimens were assigned into four groups according to the obturation system: Group 1, EndoRez (Ultradent Product Inc.); Group 2, Activ GP (Brasseler); Group 3, SmartSeal (DFRP Ltd. Villa Farm); Group 4, AH 26 (Dentsply de Trey)/gutta-percha (GP). For push-out bond strength measurement, two horizontal slices were obtained from each specimen (n = 20). To compare dentinal tubule penetration, remaining 32 roots assigned to 4 groups as above were obturated with 0.1% Rhodamine B labeled sealers. One horizontal slice was obtained from the middle third of each specimen (n = 8) and scanned under confocal laser scanning electron microscope. Tubule penetration area, depth, and percentage were measured. Kruskall-Wallis test was used for statistical analysis. Results: EndoRez showed significantly lower push-out bond strength than the others (p < 0.05). No significant difference was found amongst the groups in terms of percentage of sealer penetration. SmartSeal showed the least penetration than the others (p < 0.05). Conclusions: The bond strength and sealer penetration of resin-and glass ionomer-based sealers used with coated core was not superior to resin-based sealer used with conventional GP. Dentinal tubule penetration has limited effect on bond strength. The use of conventional GP with sealer seems to be sufficient in terms of push-out bond strength.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제46권1호
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• pp.11.1-11.11
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• 2021

Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare smear layer removal by conventional application (CA), passive ultrasonic irrigation (PUI), EasyClean (EC), and XP-Endo Finisher (XPF), using 17% ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) after chemomechanical preparation, as evaluated with scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Materials and Methods: Forty-five single-rooted human mandibular premolars were selected for this study. After chemomechanical preparation, the teeth were randomly divided into 5 groups according to the protocol for smear layer removal, as follows: G1 (control): CA of distilled water; G2 (CA): CA of 17% EDTA; G3 (PUI): 17% EDTA activated by PUI; G4 (EC): 17% EDTA activated by EC; and G5 (XPF): 17% EDTA activated by XPF. SEM images (×1,000) were obtained from each root third and scored by 3 examiners. Data were evaluated using the Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn tests (p < 0.05). Results: In the apical third, there were no statistically significant differences among the groups (p > 0.05). In the cervical and middle thirds, the experimental groups performed better than the control group (p < 0.05); however, G2 presented better results than G3, G4, and G5 (p < 0.05), which showed no differences among one another (p > 0.05). Conclusions: No irrigation method was able to completely remove the smear layer, especially in the apical third. Using CA for the chelating solution performed better than any form of activation.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제39권2호
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• pp.95-103
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• 2014

Objectives: This study evaluated the effect of three antioxidizing agents on pullout bond strengths of dentin treated with sodium hypochlorite. Materials and Methods: Root canals of 75 single-rooted human teeth were prepared. Fifteen teeth were irrigated with normal saline for a negative control group, and the remaining 60 teeth (groups 2 - 5) with 2.5% NaOCl. The teeth in group 2 served as a positive control. Prior to post cementation, the root canals in groups 3 - 5 were irrigated with three antioxidizing agents including 10% rosmarinic acid (RA, Baridge essence), 10% hesperidin (HPN, Sigma), and 10% sodium ascorbate hydrogel (SA, AppliChem). Seventy-five spreaders (#55, taper .02, Produits Dentaires S.A) were coated with silica and silanized with the Rocatec system and ceramic bond. All the prepared spreaders were cemented with a self-adhesive resin cement (Bifix SE, Voco Gmbh) in the prepared canals. After storage in distilled water (24 h/$37^{\circ}C$), the spreaders were pulled out in a universal testing machine at a crosshead speed of 1.0 mm/min. Pull-out strength values were analyzed by one-way ANOVA and Tukey's HSD test (${\alpha}$ = 0.05). Results: There were significant differences between study groups (p = 0.016). The highest pullout strength was related to the SA group. The lowest strength was obtained in the positive control group. Conclusions: Irrigation with NaOCl during canal preparation decreased bond strength of resin cement to root dentin. Amongst the antioxidants tested, SA had superior results in reversing the diminishing effect of NaOCl irrigation on the bond strength to root dentin.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제32권2호
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• pp.121-129
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• 2007

이염화이소시아뉼산나트륨 (NaDCC)은 염소 화합물의 일종으로 차아염소산나트륨 (NaOCl)과 비교 시 동일한 농도의 용액에서 같은 염소 이온을 가지고 있으며 비슷한 정도의 항균력을 가진다고 알려져 있다 이 연구의 목적은 이염화이소시아뉼산나트륨 근관 내 사용 시 시간에 따른 항균성을 평가하고 이를 현재 근관세척제로 사용되고 있는 차아염소산나트륨 및 클로르헥시딘 (CHX)과 비교하고자 하였다. E. faecalis에 대한 세 가지 제재의 최소증식억제 농도 (MIC)를 실험한 결과 NaOCl과 NaDCC에서는 0.125%를 보였고 CHX에서는 0.063%로 나타났다. 근관 내 사용에 대한 실험은 최근에 발거된 128개의 단근치를 사용하였으며 치경부와 치근단 부위를 절단하여 10 mm 길이를 가지는 시편을 만들었다. 시편의 내경은 #3 Gates-Glidden drill을 이용하여 동일하게 하였다. 각각의 치아 시편의 근관 내에 E. faecalis를 접종하고 3일간 배양한 후 40개씩 3개의 군으로 분류하고 대조군으로 8개의 시편을 이용하였다. 실험군 1, 2, 3은 각각 NaDCC, NaOCl, CHX으로 근관세척하였고 대조군은 멸균된 식염수를 이용하였다. 각 군은 다시 12시간, 24시간, 72시간, 7일의 시간에 따라 4개의 하위 군으로 분류하였다. 정해진 시간이 지난 후 멸균된 paper point를 이용하여 근관 내용물을 채취하고 BHI agar plate로 옮겨 배양하였다. 그 후 #4, 5GG drill을 이용하여 근관 내면을 삭제하고 이 때 생겨나는 상아질을 멸균된 증류수가 들어있는 시험관에 넣었다. 이것을 희석하여 BHI agar plate로 옮겨 배양하였다. 24시간이 지난 후 bacterial CFU를 측정하였다. 실험 결과 모든 실험군에서 bacterial CFU가 관찰되지 않았고 E. faecalis에 대한 세 가지 제재 모두 비슷한 항균 효과를 보였다. 멸균된 식염수를 이용한 대조군에서는 모두 bacterial CFU가 존재하였다. NaDCC를 근관세척제로 사용할 경우 1주 이내의 시간 동안에는 적절한 항균효과를 유지 할 수 있을 것이라 생각되며 임상에 적용하기 위해서는 조직 용해도를 비롯한 치근단 조직에 대한 직접적인 영향 등의 평가가 더 이루어져야 할 것으로 생각된다.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제24권2호
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• pp.399-407
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• 1999

근관 형성중 잔사의 치근단 정출은 치근단 조직의 반응을 유발하여 동통과 부종을 일으키며 치유를 지연시킬 수 있다. 본 연구의 목적은 수종의 기구와 방법을 사용하여 근관을 형성하고 이에 따른 근관 잔사의 치근단 정출량을 비교함으로써 잔사의 정출을 최소화 할 수 있는 기구 조작법을 알아보고자 하는 것이다. 120개의 발거된 사람의 하악 절치에서 근관형성중 치근단으로 정출되는 잔사의 양을 비교하였다. 첫 번째 실험에서는 40개의 치아를 10개씩 4군으로 나누어 2.52% 치아염소산나트륨용액으로 근관을 세척하면서 다음의 4방법 중 하나를 이용하여 근관을 형성하였다. 수동 스테인레스 스틸 K-화일을 이용하여 step-back technique, crown-down pressureless technique으로 근관을 형성하였고 전동 니켈 티타늄 기구로는 Quantec SC series 2000과 Profile .04 taper series 29를 이용하여 근관을 형성하였다. 두 번째 실험에서는 80개의 치아를 16개씩 5군으로 나누고 근관 세척에 의한 잔사의 치근단 정출 영향을 배제하고자 근관 세척을 시행하지 않고 근관을 형성하였다. 이 때에는 첫 번째 실험의 방법중 Quantec SC series 2000 대신에 Quantec SC 및 Quantec LX를 이용하여 근관을 형성하였고 나머지는 첫 번째 실험과 동일하게 시행하였다. 각 치아로부터 정출되는 잔사를 용기에 모아 24 시간동안 건조시킨 후 전자 저울로 무게를 측정, 비교하여 다음과 같은 결과를 얻었다. 근관 세척을 시행한 경우와 시행하지 않은 경우 공히 step-back technique을 사용한 군에서는 다른 군에 비해 현저히 많은 량의 치근단 정출 잔사가 나타났다. 그러나, crown-down technique을 이용하여 근관 형성한 군과 수종의 Ni-Ti 파일을 이용하여 전동으로 근관 형성한 군들 사이에는 정출 잔사량에 유의한 차이가 나타나지 않았다. 따라서, 본 실험에 사용된 수동 및 전동 기구의 종류는 근관 잔사의 치근단 정출에 영향을 미치지 않는 것으로 생각되며, 근관잔사의 치근단 정출을 최소화하기 위해서는 수동 및 전동 기구 공히 step-back 방법에 의한 filing 동작보다는 crown-down technique의 reaming 동작을 사용하여 근관을 형성하는 것이 바람직하다고 사료된다.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제44권3호
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• pp.27.1-27.12
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• 2019

This case report describes a technique in which endodontic treatment and permanent indirect restoration were completed in the same clinical appointment with the aid of a computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) system. Two patients were diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis of the mandibular first molar. After access preparation, root canals were located, irrigation was performed until bleeding ceased, and the coronal tooth structure was prepared for indirect restoration. Then, utilizing an interim 3-mm build-up of the endodontic access cavity, a hemi-arch digital scan was performed with an intraoral scanner. Subsequent to digital scanning, restoration design was performed simultaneously with the endodontic procedure. The root canals were shaped using the Race system under irrigation with 2.5% sodium hypochlorite followed by root canal filling. The pulp chamber was subsequently filled with a 3-mm-thick composite resin restoration mimicking the interim build-up previously utilized to facilitate block milling in the CAD/CAM system. Clinical try-in of the permanent onlay restoration was followed by acid etching, application of a 5th generation adhesive, and cementation of the indirect restoration. Once the restoration was cemented, rubber dam isolation was removed, followed by occlusal adjustment and polishing. After 2 years of follow-up, the restorations were esthetically and functionally satisfactory, without complications.

• 한국수자원학회논문집
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• 제55권5호
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• pp.321-331
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• 2022

본 연구에서는 유역단위의 물수지 분석과 농업용수의 수문학적 매커니즘을 모의 할 수 있는 유역 모델링 방법을 이용하여 회귀수량 산정기법을 제시하고자 하였다. SWAT 모델을 이용하여 영산강수계 대표적인 농업지역인 만봉천 표준유역 (97.34 km²)에 대해 담수 논 모의가 고려된 유역물수지 분석을 실시하였다. 회귀수량 산정에 앞서, 나주 유량관측소의 일 유량 자료를 이용하여 SWAT을 검·보정하였다. R², Nash-Sutcliffe Efficiency (NSE), Root-Mean-Square Error (RMSE)는 각각 0.73, 0.70, 0.64 mm/day으로 분석되었다. 3년 동안(2015~2017) 모의 결과를 토대로 관개기간(4/1~9/30)에 대한 신속 회귀수량과 공급량 대비 회귀율을 산정하였고, 평균 53.4%로 분석되었다. 본 연구에서 제시한 유역 회귀수량 모델링 기법은 향후 합리적인 유역물관리를 위한 최적 농업용수 공급방안에 대한 기초자료 구축에 활용될 수 있다.