Dental News

Full recovery from a severe inflammation can be miraculous—a case report

Non-invasive hard-tissue regeneration is not a common treatment possibility in everyday dental practice. However, in cases with extensive inflammation ...

The endodontic challenge in patients with diabetes: Pathophysiology, clinical impact and treatment considerations

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder that has emerged as a major global health concern. It is broadly classified into two main types. Type...

Injectable composite hydrogel shows promise for pulp–dentine repair

SHANGHAI, China: Although root canal therapy and vital pulp therapy can be effective in controlling infection and preserving tooth structure, they do not ...

Root canal therapy linked to reduced inflammation and improved blood glucose control

LONDON, England: Although periapical periodontitis can increase systemic inflammation and is associated with cardiovascular risk and impaired glycaemic ...

“Our innovation focus is on delivering meaningful, clinically relevant solutions”

Henry Schein’s endodontic division is on a fast track to becoming a global leader in root canal treatment solutions. In this interview, Paolo Zanetti, ...

Surgical extrusion with 180° rotation: A case report with four-year follow-up

In recent years, dental implants have emerged as a pivotal advancement in dentistry, offering a popular solution for replacing natural teeth lost owing to ...

3D-printed teeth improve endodontic training in dental education, study finds

Shaping root canals from Z to A: ZenFlex to Adaptive

What is the secret behind waking up every day, looking forward to peering into the microscope in search of a new adventure or a fresh challenge to solve? ...

Younger generations increasingly vulnerable to online dental misinformation

CHICAGO, US: A new report commissioned by the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has confirmed rising concerns about the influence of online ...

Laser treatment of pulpal exposure to potentially avoid endodontic treatment

Pulpal exposures are unfortunately a routine occurrence when treating carious teeth and frequently lead to endodontic treatment owing to the size of the ...

Endodontic training: Study calls for standardisation, modernisation

DOHA, Qatar: In the past, studies showed that the technical quality of root canal treatments performed by general dental practitioners and students often ...

New expert consensus offers comprehensive guide to apical microsurgery

XI’AN, China: To date, there have been no expert consensus, guidelines or recommendations on apical microsurgery. To address this and standardise the ...

Hemisection in a molar with a vertical root fracture: Four years of follow-up

A vertical root fracture (VRF) is a longitudinally oriented fracture of the root that, depending on its cause, can originate from the apex and propagate to ...

The access cavity in endodontics: Three rules for a predictable outcome in complex cases

Preparation of the access cavity represents the first operative stage of every endodontic treatment and plays a fundamental role in locating the root canal ...

A simple sequence for successful root canal treatment outcomes

The patient was referred for root canal treatment (RCT) of tooth #36, the referring dentist having had difficulty in locating the root canal orifices. The ...

Cryotherapy and occlusal reduction may offer improved endodontic analgesia

AJMAN, UAE: For clinicians aiming to improve patient comfort and manage postoperative pain more effectively, recent research highlights two promising ...

Study examines efficacy of plant-based irrigants for endodontic biofilm management

SALÉ, Morocco: Concerns about the potential cytotoxicity and environmental impact of conventional root canal irrigants have prompted the exploration of ...

Henry Schein announces INT_ENDO campus for all endodontic needs

MELVILLE, N.Y., US: Henry Schein has recently launched the INT_ENDO campus, a new global platform designed to meet the growing needs of dental professionals...

Single-session endodontic and surgical approach to internal root resorption: A long-term case report

Internal root resorption (IRR) is the loss of dental hard tissue due to odontoclastic activity. In most cases, it is asymptomatic, and the aetiology is ...

Utilising R-SWEEPS laser-assisted irrigation for the treatment of chronic periapical periodontitis

A 48-year-old female patient was referred to our clinic owing to a defective amalgam restoration on tooth #46. She had spontaneous acute pain in the area of...

Broken file management with Er:YAG laser and SWEEPS technology—a case series

Broken file management is one of the most challenging parts of endodontic treatment. Regardless of whether the clinician is faced with a retreatment ...

Practical tips for reliable endodontic treatment

Orifice opener, glide path file, shaping file and finishing file—for classic endodontic treatment, a compact system of nickel–titanium (NiTi) files is ...

Odne expands launch activities in the US, appoints Steve Fanning as member of the board

ZURICH, Switzerland: Swiss-based start-up Odne, which was founded in 2018 and develops endodontic products, has recently launched a priority access ...

ROOTS SUMMIT continues to advance endodontic excellence

ATHENS, Greece: Endodontic enthusiasts from all around the world travelled to the Eugenides Foundation in Athens recently to attend the 25th anniversary ...

“DirectEndodontics files indeed represent an intriguing option”

Founded on the same innovative business model as the successful US company EdgeEndo, DirectEndodontics, based in France, sells European-made endodontic ...

“The success of autotransplantation of teeth depends on indication and technique”

Autotransplantation of teeth (ATT) is a promising approach that offers a blend of aesthetic, functional and economic benefits for patients with missing or ...

Anniversary edition of ROOTS SUMMIT kicks off in Athens

ATHENS, Greece: Held biennially, ROOTS SUMMIT is back—this time at the Eugenides Foundation in Athens, where it will run until Sunday. This year’s ...

Science, friendship and a shared passion for endodontics: Endodontic community celebrates 25 years of ROOTS SUMMIT

ROOTS SUMMIT 2024 is currently taking place until 12 May at the Eugenides Foundation in Athens in Greece. Now celebrating its 25th anniversary, ROOTS ...

Zumax Medical: From endodontics to general dentistry

SUZHOU, China: Founded in 2005 and based in Suzhou, Zumax Medical is a manufacturer specialising in dental surgical magnification devices. The company ...

The piston technique—a novel approach to canal obturation

Up to now, the gold standard of obturation has been the continuous wave compaction technique.1,2 However, this technique is difficult to perform and needs ...