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INTRODUCTION: Usually, orthodontic movements encompass children and young adult patients, which are more susceptible to the occurrence of traumatic dental injuries. It is necessary to understand whether the effects of orthodontic movements on traumatized teeth could induce pulp necrosis. The aim of this study was to answer the following question: "Do orthodontic movements of traumatized teeth induce dental pulp necrosis?". MATERIAL AND METHODS: Searches were performed for studies published up to May 11, 2023, in the MEDLINE/PubMed, Cochrane Library, Scopus, SciELO Citation Index, Web of Science, EMBASE, and Grey Literature Report databases, without restriction for language or year of publication. The revised Cochrane risk of bias tools for nonrandomized interventions (ROBINS-I) was used to assess the quality of the included studies. The overall quality of evidence was assessed through the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) tool. RESULTS: Of 2671 potentially relevant studies, five were included. Four were classified as having a moderate risk of bias and one as a serious risk of bias. It was reported a higher susceptibility to pulp necrosis in teeth subjected to orthodontic movements with history of trauma involving periodontal tissues. Additionally, orthodontic movements of traumatized teeth with total pulp obliteration had an increased risk of pulp necrosis. GRADE analysis presented a moderate certainty of evidence. CONCLUSIONS: An increased risk for pulp necrosis when traumatized teeth are subjected to orthodontic movements was verified. However, this is based on evaluations performed with subjective tests. Further well-designed studies are necessary to confirm this trend. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Clinicians must be aware of the possibility of pulp necrosis. However, endodontic treatment is recommended when verified signs and symptoms of pulp necrosis.

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Pacientes que passam pela radioterapia (RT) no tratamento de tumores malignos de cabeça e pescoço podem ter efeitos adversos na cavidade bucal, especialmente nos dentes levando à instalação de cárie que pode atingir a cavidade pulpar evoluindo para necrose e desenvolvimentoda periodontite apical (PA). Até o presente momento não se conhece a evolução da PA, bem como a microbiota endodôntica intracanal após procedimentos de RT. Assim, este estudo propôs avaliar a PA induzida em ratos submetidos à RT analisando o volume e área da PA e o processo inflamatório periapical (parte1) e monitorando o perfil microbiano intracanal (parte 2). Parte 1: foram utilizados 40 ratos machos Wistar distribuídos em 4 grupos (n=10): PA: com indução da PA; RTPA: aplicação da RT e indução da PA; RT: aplicação da RT; Controle: sem qualquer intervenção. Parte 2: foram utilizados 20 ratos machos Wistar distribuídos em 2 grupos(n=10): PA-TE: indução da PA e tratamento endodôntico (TE); RT-PA-TE: aplicação da RT, indução da PA e TE. Nos grupos RT, os animais foram submetidos a RT no dia 1 do experimento, com a dosagem de 15 Gy localizada no lado direito da face. A PA foi induzida no dia 7 através da exposição das cavidades pulpares dos primeiros molares ao meio oral por um período de 21 dias. Após 21 dias da indução da PA nos grupos de TE os canais foram preparados até a lima K# 30 associada à solução de hipoclorito de sódio 1%. Foram feitas coletas do canal radicular após abertura coronária (S1) e após preparo dos canais (S2), para avaliar o perfil microbiano intracanal. Os animais foram eutanasiados no dia 28 do experimento. Nos animais da Parte 1: foram realizadas análises comportamentais no início do experimento e no dia da eutanásia. Amostras foram submetidas às análises: radiográfica, microtomográfica e histológica e da expresão gência de mediadores ósseos RANKL, OPG, TRAP. Parte 2: o conteúdo coletado dos canais foi avaliado por cultura (UFC/mL) utilizando meios seletivos para microorganismos anaeróbios facultativos e/ou aeróbios; anaeróbios; leveduras; espécies de enterococos; streptococos; Enterobactérias e estafilococos. Os resultados mostraram que o ganho de peso foi significante menor nos animais submetidos a RT sendo o grupo PA-RT com menor ganho de peso. Verificou-se diminuição na movimentação média dos animais nos grupos com RT. No grupo RTPA: A área e o volume da lesão periapical foi significantemente maior nas análises microtomográficas e radiográficas; Houve maior intensidade de extensão e intensidadedo infiltrado inflamatório. A expressão gênica de de OPG e TRAP foi alterada, influenciando no desenvolvimento da PA. A carga bacteriana foi principalmente composta por microrganismos anaeróbios facultativos, aeróbios, estreptococos e anaeróbios. O preparo biomecânico foi eficienciente na redução do número de espécies bacterianas (AU).

Patients who undergo radiotherapy (RT) in the treatment of malignant head and neck tumors may have adverse effects on the oral cavity, especially on the teeth, leading to the installation of caries that can reach the pulp cavity, progressing to necrosis and development of apical periodontitis (AP). Until the present moment, the evolution of AP is not known, as well as the intracanal endodontic microbiota after RT procedures. Thus, this study proposed to evaluate the BP induced in rats submittedto RT by analyzing the volume and area of the PA and the periapical inflammatory process (part 1) and monitoring the intracanal microbial profile (part 2). Part 1: 40 male Wistar rats were used, divided into 4 groups (n=10): PA: with PA induction; RT- PA: RT application and BP induction; RT: RT application; Control: without any intervention. Part 2: 20 male Wistar rats distributed in 2 groups (n=10) were used: PA-TE: PA induction and endodontic treatment (ET); RT-PA-TE: application of RT, induction of PA and TE. In the RT groups, the animals were submitted to RT on day1 of the experiment, with the 15 Gy dose located on the right side of the face. PA wasinduced on day 7 by exposingthe pulp cavities of the first molars to the oral medium for a period of 21 days. After 21days of BP induction in the TE groups, the canals were prepared with a K# 30 file associated with a 1% sodium hypochlorite solution. Root canal samples were taken after coronal opening (S1) and after root canal preparation (S2), to evaluate the intracanal microbial profile. The animals were euthanized on day 28 of the experiment.In animals from Part 1: behavioral analyzes were performed at the beginning of the experiment and on the day of euthanasia. Samples were submitted to radiographic, microtomographic and histological analyses, and the expression of bone mediators RANKL, OPG, TRAP. Part 2: the content collected from the canals was evaluated by culture (CFU/mL) using selective media for facultative anaerobic and/or aerobic microorganisms; anaerobes; yeasts; species of enterococci; streptococci; Enterobacteriaceae and staphylococci. The results showed that the weight gain was significantly lower in the animals submittedto RT, with the PA-RT group having the lowest weight gain. There was a decrease in the average movement of the animals in the groups with RT. In the RT-PA group:The area and volume of the periapical lesion was significantly greater in the microtomographic and radiographic analyses; There was a greater intensity of extension and intensity of the inflammatory infiltrate. The geneexpression of OPG and TRAP was altered, influencing the development of AP. The bacterial load was mainly composed of facultative anaerobic, aerobic, streptococcal and anaerobic microorganisms. The biomechanical preparation was efficient in reducing the numberof bacterial species (AU)

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Objetivo: se presenta el caso clínico de sinusitis de origen endodóntico, conocida como síndrome en-doantral, haciendo énfasis en la dificultad de diag-nóstico con radiografía periapical y la importancia de la tomografía computarizada. Caso clínico: una mujer de 32 años, con antecedentes de apretamiento dental nocturno y sinusitis recurrente, fue remitida para evaluación endodóntica. El examen clínico reve-ló sensibilidad a la percusión y palpación en la unidad dental. La radiografía periapical no indicó lesión en el diente 16 y la prueba de sensibilidad pulpar fue ne-gativa, además, la tomografía computarizada reveló una extensa lesión periapical y comunicación entre la raíz del diente 16 y el seno maxilar, confirmada por la pérdida de la continuidad de la imagen hiperdensa en el suelo del seno, lo que llevó al tratamiento endo-dóntico. El control de la infección dental resolvió la sinusitis, resaltando la importancia del diagnóstico preciso y el tratamiento en casos de sinusitis odon-togénica. Conclusión: este caso destaca el valor de la tomografía computarizada como herramienta diag-nóstica crucial en contextos clínicos complejos (AU)

Objective: the clinical case of sinusitis of endodontic origin, known as endoantral syndrome, is presented, emphasizing the difficulty of diagnosis with periapical radiography and the importance of computed tomography. Clinical case: a 32-year-old woman, with a history of tooth clenching and recurrent sinusitis, was referred for endodontic evaluation. The clinical examination revealed sensitivity to percussion and palpation in the dental unit. The periapical radiograph did not indicate a lesion in tooth 16 and the pulp sensitivity test was negative, in addition, the computed tomography revealed an extensive periapical lesion and communication between the root of tooth 16 and the maxillary sinus, confirmed by the loss of continuity of the hyperdense image in the sine floor, which led to endodontic treatment. Dental infection control resolved sinusitis, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis and treatment in cases of odontogenic sinusitis. Conclusion: this case highlights the value of computerized tomography as a crucial diagnostic tool in complex clinical contexts (AU)

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ABSTRACT Objective: To compare the pulp vitality of deciduous molars before and after selective caries removal (SCR) or nonselective caries removal to hard dentin (NSCR) over one year, using oxygen saturation percentage (%SaO2). Material and Methods: Deciduous molars with deep occlusal/proximal-occlusal caries lesions were randomized to SCR (n=22) or NSCR groups (n=22). After the caries removal, the teeth were protected with calcium hydroxide cement and restored with composite resin (Filtek Z250). The pulp condition diagnosis was evaluated at baseline, immediately after caries removal, and follow-up (7 days, 1-, 6- and 12-months) by %SaO2. Pulp exposure and pulp necrosis were primary outcomes, and %SaO2 was secondary. Results: Intraoperative pulp exposure occurred in four teeth of the NSCR group (18.2%) and one tooth of the SCR group (4.5%) (p>0.05). Two cases of pulp necrosis occurred in the NSCR group (10%). No difference in %SaO2 pulp was observed in the inter-and intragroup comparison over time (p>0.05). Conclusion: Advantageously, the %SaO2 minimizes preoperatory pulp vitality diagnosis subjectivity before SCR/ NSCR treatments. Furthermore, the pilot study results suggest the pulp response of deciduous molars, when evaluated by clinical, radiographic, and pulp %SaO2 seems not to differ between teeth treated with SCR or NSCR.

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Internal inflammatory root resorption (IIRR) can occur as a serious complication of dental trauma which leads to progressive loss of the root structure. An early diagnosis could influence the therapeutic approach, but endodontic treatment becomes a challenge with a doubtful prognosis. The present report described an unusual clinical presentation of an IIRR with perforation resulting from a trauma four years previous. A 15-year-old female patient was presented to our service with pain in the maxillary incisor region. Intraoral radiography revealed a large radioloucent area compatible with IIRR, communicating with the periodontium in the middle third on the distal root face of the right central incisor. The root canal of the right central incisor was chemo-mechanically prepared. The calcium hydroxide (CH) intracanal medication was used and renewed periodically four times. The root canal was filled only in the cervical region to the level of resorption by the inverted gutta-percha cone technique. Clinically and radiographically, all follow-up examinations revealed an asymptomatic tooth, evidencing periapical tissue repair and new bone formation. The tooth remained asymptomatic 3 years afterwards. The present case report supports the idea of executing satisfactory intracanal decontamination by chemo-mechanical preparation, thus creating a favourable environment for tissue repair.

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El Biodentine es un material biocerámico y bioacti-vo que puede emplearse como sustituto activo de la dentina. Entre sus numerosos usos se incorpora su utilización como sellador del coágulo en los procedi-mientos endodónticos regenerativos, logrando me-jores propiedades con respecto al Gold standard. Se presenta la resolución clínica y radiográfica de tres situaciones clínicas, mediante la aplicación del proto-colo de los procedimientos endodónticos regenerati-vos, en los que se utilizó Biodentine como alternativa para el sellado del coágulo a nivel cérvico-radicular, en la obturación a nivel del límite amelocementario (AU)

Biodentine is a bio-ceramic and bioactive material that can be used as an active substitute for dentin. Its many uses include its use as a clot sealer in regenerative endodontic procedures, achieving better properties compared to the Gold standard. The clinical and radiographic resolution of three clinical situations is presented, by applying the protocol of regenerative endodontic procedures, where Biodentine was used as an alternative for sealing the clot at the cervical-radicular level in the obturation at the level of the cementoenamel limit (AU)

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Introdução: A presença de microrganismos é considerada a principal causa de insucesso da terapia endodôntica. Além disso, a anatomia interna dos dentes também representa um grande desafio para os endodontistas. Desse modo, lançar mão da tecnologia reduz tempo clínico e aumenta a chance de sucesso da terapia endodôntica. Objetivo: O objetivo do presente estudo foi relatar um caso clínico com a utilização de instrumentação mecanizada e o sistema Reci- proc Blue associados à terapia fotodinâmica. Descrição: Paciente do sexo feminino, melanoderma, compareceu à clínica escola de uma faculdade de Odontologia apresentando duas fístulas intrabucais ativas na região de fundo de vestíbulo próxima aos ápices dos dentes #12 e #22. Após os exames clínicos, radiográficos, testes de sensibilidade e rastreamento de fístulas, estabeleceu-se o diagnóstico de necrose pulpar, sugestível de abscesso apical crônico dos incisivos laterais superiores. Resultados: O tratamento endodôntico dos dois elementos dentários foi realizado em sessão única, utilizando o instrumento Reciproc Blue em movimento reciprocante associado à terapia fotodinâmica. Após 30 dias da conclusão dos tratamentos endodônticos e restauradores, os dentes apresentavam-se assintomáticos e com cicatrização das fístulas intrabucais. Conclusão: O uso do sistema Reciproc Blue associado à terapia fotodinâmica foi eficaz. Constatou-se o sucesso clínico e radiográfico da terapêutica aplicada, verificando-se o restabelecimento da região periapical, com regressão da lesão radiograficamente e ausência de sinais clínicos e sintomas de infecção do canal radicular. O acompanhamento por tempo prolongado é necessário para se avaliar o total reparo da lesão periapical (AU).

Introduction: The presence of microorganisms is considered the main cause of endodontic therapy failure. In addition, an internal anatomy also poses a major challenge for endodontists. In this way, avail a series of quick techniques and increase the chance of success. The reason of this study was to relate clinical cases, root canal treatment, using mechanized instrumentation with the system Reciproc Blue instrument, associated with photodynamic therapy. Case report: A female genetic patient, brown skin, presented at the school clinic of a dental school, with a major complaint of "blistering on the gum." At the clinical examination, the target dates are inside the mouth active in the selection bottom region near the apexes of the elements 12 and 22. Through clinical, radiographic, sensitivity and screening tests of fistulae, diagnosis and diagnosis of pulp necrosis, suggestive of chronic apex abscess of the incisors. Results: Endodontic treatment of the two dental elements was performed in a single session using the Reciproc Blue instrument in a reciprocating motion associated with photodynamic therapy. After 30 days of completion of endodontic and restorative treatments, one patient returned for evaluation and clinical follow-up. The new asymptomatic presentation and with a healing of the intrabucal fistulas. Conclusion: The system Reciproc Blue associated with photo-dynamic therapy was effective. It was verified the clinical and radiographic success of apicality, confirming the reestablishment of the apex region with regression of the radiographic lesion and the absence of clinical signs and signs of infection of the root canal. The patient is with the clinician and radiographic studies (AU).

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Aim: to develop a model for regenerative endodontics using newly-weaned Wistar rats immature molars with pulp necrosis to histologically describe the evolution of apical tissues following treatment with a bi-antibiotic paste, induced bloodclot formation and MTA. Methods: Ten 25-day-old female Wistar rats were divided into an initial control group (Ci) and two experimental groups in which pulp necrosis was experimentally induced on the left mandibular first molar by exposing the pulp chamber and leaving it open to the oral environment. One of the experimental groups was left untreated (E1) while the other was submitted to a protocol of regenerative endodontics 10 days thereafter (E2). Fifteen days after placement of a bi-antibiotic paste, bleeding was induced into the root canal space and MTA was placed upon. Animals were euthanized 30 days later. Right mandibular first molars served as an 80-day-old final control group (Cf). Each hemimandible was histologically processed to analyse parameters associated with root development. Statistical analysis was carried by means of ANOVA; p values below 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Results: baseline (i.e. 25-days old) mean root length and apical diameter of the distal root canal were 1.84±0.25 and 0.38±0.02mm respectively. Following the regenerative endodontic protocol, cells lining the walls of the root canal and significant increase to both length (2.37±0.22mm) and diameter (0.32±0.03 mm) were observed. Conclusions: newly-weaned Wistar rats serve as a suitable model to evaluate regenerative endodontic protocols. However, further research is needed in order to disclose the nature of the cells and/or cell mediators involved

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Endodontics has gained emphasis in the scientific community in recent years due to the increase in clinical and in animal models studies focused on endodontic medicine, which aims to evaluate the interrelationship between systemic and periapical tissues pathological conditions. These studies have shown that systemic changes can boost the pathogenesis of endodontic infection, favoring its development and progression. A contrary relationship is reported in numerous studies that affirm the potential of endodontic infection to trigger systemic damage and may lead to the worsening of pre-existing pathologies. Recently, the potential of filling materials to develop systemic changes such as neurological alterations had been evaluated, also showing that systemic diseases can negatively influence tissue responses to filling materials after endodontic treatment. Despite advances in endodontic medicine studies, there are still gaps in knowledge on the mechanisms of interactions between apical periodontitis (AP) and systemic diseases and much research to be done. In this sense, this critical narrative literature review aimed to show the evolution of studies in endodontic medicine to help the endodontist to know the role of systemic diseases in the pathogenesis of AP and the possible interference in the repair of periapical tissues after endodontic treatment, as well as to evidence the systemic complications that can be triggered or aggravated in the presence of endodontic infection.

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Introduction: Radiotherapy is one of the methods used as a treatment for malignant tumors in the head and neck region and it can cause tissue damage in the irradiated areas. In head and neck radiotherapy, teeth are often included within the irradiation area and, consequently, the dental pulp; which receives high doses of radiation. Objective: To evaluate the effects of ionizing radiation on the pulp tissue of rat teeth. Methodology: A double-blind experimental assay with 35 Albinus Wistar rats divided into seven groups was performed; one control group, three groups irradiated with 15 Gy, and three groups irradiated with 25 Gy. The irradiated groups were submit-ted to a single dose of radiation and sacrificed 24 hours, 7 days, and 22 days after irradiation, respectively. The samples were evaluated for the morphological presence of inflammatory infiltrate, edema, necrosis, fibrosis, and degeneration of blood vessels. Statistical analysis was performed using the Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn tests with p < 0.05. Results: Hyaline degeneration of the pulp blood vessels in the irradiated teeth was statistically signifi-cant in all irradiated groups. Inflammatory infiltrate, edema, necrosis or fibrosis was not observed. Conclusion:A single X-radiation dose is not able to affect the dental pulp connective tissue in the long term with no clinical damage.

Introdução: A radioterapia é um dos métodos utilizados como tratamento para tumores malignos em região de cabeça e pescoço e que pode causar danos aos tecidos nas áreas irradiadas. Na radioterapia de cabeça e pescoço, os dentes são comumente incluídos dentro da área de radiação e, consequentemente, a polpa dentária, recebe altas doses de radiação. Objetivo: Avaliar os efeitos da radiação ionizante no tecido pulpar de dentes de ratos. Metodologia: Foi realizado um ensaio experimental duplo-cego com 35 ratos Albinus Wistar divididos em sete grupos: um grupo controle, três grupos irradiados com 15 Gy e três grupos irradiados com 25 Gy. Os grupos irradiados foram submetidos a uma dose única de radiação e sacrificados 24 horas, 7 dias e 22 dias após a irradiação, respectivamente. As amostras foram avaliadas quanto à presença morfológica de infiltrado inflamatório, edema, necrose, fibrose e degeneração nos vasos sanguíneos. A análise estatística foi realizada por meio dos testes de Kruskal-Wallis e Dunn com p < 0.05. Resultados: Degeneração hialina nos vasos sanguíneos pulpares dos dentes irradiados foi estatisticamente significante em todos os grupos irradiados. Não foi observado infiltrado inflamatório, edema, necrose ou fibrose. Conclusão: Uma dose única de radiação X não é capaz de afetar o tecido conjuntivo da polpa dentária a longo prazo sem danos clínicos.

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Introduction: The objective of this systematic review was to compare the apexification techniques of calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2), or mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), with the pulp regeneration technique, using cohort studies, and non-randomized and randomized clinical trials. Methods: The methodology was based on electronic research in the following databases: PubMed, MEDLINE, Google Scholar, SciELO, and LILACS. In addition, a manual search was carried out using the references that were listed in the articles found. Results: A total of 403 potentially eligible studies were found, with seven being included in the inclusion criteria of this systematic review. The seven studies involved a total of 312 teeth. The minimum time of a follow-up period was 12 months. The irrigation solution most used was sodium hypochlorite, for both of the apexification and revascularization techniques. The medication commonly chosen in the apexification groups was Ca(OH)2, with antibiotic triple paste in the revascularization groups. The clinical rate of success in the groups treated with revascularization varied from 76% to 100%, while in the groups treated with apexification, it ranged from 68% to 100%. Only two studies reached a success rate equal to 100%. Conclusions: Variable levels of evidence were observed in relation to the treatments. However, it was confirmed that revascularization is an excellent option since its outcomes produced a greater gain of thickness and root length, besides developing a decrease in the apical foramen.

Introdução: O objetivo desta revisão sistemática foi comparar as técnicas de apexificação, com hidróxido de cálcio (Ca(OH)2) ou agregado trióxido mineral (MTA), com a técnica de regeneração pulpar, utilizando estudos coorte, ensaio clínico não randomizado e randomizado. Métodos: A metodologia foi baseada em pesquisa eletrônica nas seguintes bases de dados: PubMed, MEDLINE, Google Acadêmico, SciELO e LILACS. Além disso, foi realizada uma pesquisa manual utilizando as referências listadas nos artigos encontrados. Resultados: Foram encontrados 403 estudos potencialmente elegíveis, sendo sete incluídos nos critérios de inclusão desta revisão sistemática. Os sete estudos envolveram um total de 312 dentes. O tempo mínimo de um período de acompanhamento foi de 12 meses. A solução de irrigação mais utilizada foi o hipoclorito de sódio, para as técnicas de apexificação e revascularização. O medicamento comumente escolhido nos grupos de apexificação foi o Ca(OH)2, com pasta tripla antibiótica nos grupos de revascularização. A taxa clínica de sucesso nos grupos tratados com revascularização variou de 76% a 100%, enquanto nos grupos tratados com apexificação variou de 68% a 100%. Apenas dois estudos atingiram uma taxa de sucesso igual a 100%. Conclusões: Níveis variáveis de evidência foram observados em relação aos tratamentos. No entanto, confirmou-se que a revascularização é uma excelente opção, pois seus desfechos produzem maior ganho de espessura e comprimento radicular, além de diminuir o forame apical.

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BACKGROUND: Orthodontic tooth movements are performed by applying forces on teeth, which may cause alterations within the dental pulp. Previously published systematic reviews on the subject only included a small number of studies that assessed pulp status through reliable diagnostic methods. Since then, new evidence has been published, and a further systematic review on the subject is necessary. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate whether there is scientific evidence to support the possibility that orthodontic tooth movements could induce pulp necrosis. METHODS: A systematic search of articles published until June 2020 was performed using MeSH and free terms in the PubMed, Cochrane Library, LILACS, SciELO, Web of Science, EMBASE, Open Grey and Grey Literature databases. Randomized clinical trials (RCTs), nonrandomized clinical trials (nRCTs) and longitudinal (prospective or retrospective) studies that evaluated the pulp status of teeth subjected to orthodontic movements using laser Doppler flowmetry or pulse oximetry were included. The revised Cochrane risk of bias tools for randomized trials (RoB 2) and nonrandomized interventions (ROBINS-I) were used to assess the quality of the included studies. Relevant findings were summarized and evaluated. The overall quality of evidence was assessed through the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) tool. RESULTS: Initial screening of databases resulted in 353 studies. In total, 285 studies were excluded because they were duplicates. Of 68 eligible papers, fourteen met the inclusion criteria and were selected for full-text reading. Two studies were excluded due to the methods used to evaluate pulp status. Twelve studies (five RCTs, one nRCT and six prospective) were included. Four RCTs were classified as having an unclear risk of bias and one as having a high risk of bias. The nRCT was classified as having a low risk of bias. Two prospective studies were classified as having a moderate risk of bias and four as having a serious risk of bias. The GRADE analysis demonstrated a low to very low quality of evidence. DISCUSSION: Significant limitations regarding the randomization processes within the included RCTs and a lack of control of confounders on most nonrandomized and longitudinal studies were verified. CONCLUSIONS: This systematic review indicates that orthodontic movements do not induce loss of pulp vitality with low to very low certainty of evidence.

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AIM: To evaluate the presence of bacteria in permanent teeth with intact crowns (without caries, periodontal disease or dental trauma) in patients with sickle cell anaemia (HbSS genotype) by analysing their clinical, imaging and microbiological parameters. METHODOLOGY: This is a case series study nested in a cohort. In the first follow-up of this cohort study (Journal of Endodontics, 2013, 39, 177), 10 HbSS patients with at least one tooth with an intact crown and clinically diagnosed with pulp necrosis by pulse oximetry adapted for dentistry and a cold pulp sensitivity test (n = 27 teeth) were selected. Changes in the pulp chamber, root and periodontal ligament were identified in the tomographic analysis. Bacterial culture, staining for live and dead bacteria, and real-time polymerase chain reaction with 16S rRNA primers were used to identify the presence of bacteria. Culture sample collection was performed immediately after access to the pulp chamber. The microbiome was analysed with a MiSeq sequencer (Illumina, San Diego, CA). RESULTS: The diagnosis of pulp necrosis was confirmed clinically in 82% (22/27) of the teeth. The amount of bacterial load identified was less than 100 copies µL-1 in 23% (5/22) of the teeth with intact crowns and pulp necrosis. Thirteen bacterial species were identified that are commonly found in urinary tract infections, septicaemia and infective endocarditis. Only one of these species, Granulicatella adjacens, has also be found in primary endodontic infections. CONCLUSION: Prospective clinical, imaging and microbiological analyses suggest that pulp necrosis of teeth with intact crowns in HbSS patients is not associated with the presence of bacteria.

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The dental pulp sensibility test is one of the main auxiliary resources for the diagnosis of pulp pathologies, and its accuracy is still debatable. This cross-sectional observational study evaluated the accuracy of the pulp sensibility test (PST) using cold spray (1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane) for the diagnosis of pulp diseases and determined the effect of individual and clinical variables on the reliability of this test. The paper was designed following the STROBE statement. Sixty patients with indications for primary endodontic treatment were selected and examined from August 2017 to July 2018. Data collection was performed through interviews, clinical/radiographic examinations and the PST. The results of the cold test, along with data on sex, age, the tooth type regarding the root number, and the presence of restorations and caries, as well as the recent consumption of analgesics, were recorded. The presence of bleeding within the pulp chamber was used as the gold standard to compare with the clinical diagnosis and to identify the true-positive, false-positive, true-negative, and false-negative responses. The accuracy of PST achieved in subgroups of individual and clinical variables was compared using the chi-square test with a significance level of 5% (p < 0.05). The PST with the use of cold spray showed a sensitivity of 0.88, a specificity of 1.00, a positive predictive value of 1.00, a negative predictive value of 0.86, and an accuracy of 0.93. The accuracy of the cold spray was not affected by individual or clinical variables. The PST with the use of cold spray is an accurate and reliable method for determining the diagnosis of pulp diseases, especially in cases of pulp vitality or irreversible pulpitis.

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En la práctica de odontología pediátrica el tratamiento endodóntico es un reto permanente en el profesional, considerando que la clave de un procedimiento exitoso es un adecuado protocolo de irrigación; por ello el objetivo de esta investigación pretende comprobar la eficacia clínica ex vivo frente a Enterococcus faecalis del NaOCl, la clorhexidina, y la solución salina. Se realizó un estudio ex vivo con enfoque cuantitativo, diseño experimental, nivel de investigación descriptiva en ámbito de laboratorio y temporalidad actual. Se analizó doce órganos dentarios deciduos sin distinción específica con indicación previa de extracción en pacientes pediátricos que acudieron a la consulta de Odontopediatría en la Carrera de Odontología de la Universidad Católica de Cuenca durante el periodo 2019 ­ 2020. Se evaluó mediante técnica de observación directa, obteniendo como resultado que el NaOCl y la Clorhexidina mostraron altos índices de inhibición frente al Enterococcus faecalis. Sugiriendo así el NaOCl al 5,25% o gluconato de clorhexidina al 2% como una alternativa en la terapia pulpar, según las condiciones individuales y del caso clínico correspondiente, respaldado también por la Asociación Estadounidense de Odontología Pediátrica (AAPD)(AU)

In the practice of pediatric dentistry, endodontic treatment is a permanent challenge for the professional, considering that the key to a successful procedure is an adequate irrigation protocol; therefore, the objective of this research is to verify the ex vivo clinical efficacy of NaOCl, chlorhexidine and saline solution against Enterococcus faecalis. An ex vivo study was carried out with a quantitative approach, experimental design, descriptive research level in a laboratory setting and current time frame. Twelve deciduous dental organs were analyzed without specific distinction with previous indication of indicated extraction of pediatric patients who attended the Pediatric Dentistry consultation at the Dentistry Department of the Catholic University of Cuenca during the period 2019 - 2020. It was evaluated by means of direct observation technique. As a result, NaOCl 5,25% and Chlorhexidine 2% showed high inhibition indexes against Enterococcus faecalis. Thus suggesting NaOCl or chlorhexidine gluconate as an alternative in pulp therapy according to the individual conditions of the patient and the clinician also supported by the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)(AU)

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Resumo Introdução e objetivo: Ainda são escassos os estudos que avaliam com exatidão o sucesso do tratamento e retratamento endodônticos e quais as falhas que realmente impactam no desfecho dos mesmos. Determinar o índice e os fatores preditivos para o sucesso de tratamentos e retratamentos endodônticos, realizados por alunos de graduação com o mesmo nível de aprendizado. Materiais e métodos: Foram verificados os registros de proservação, com pelo menos 12 meses, dos tratamentos endodônticos realizados na Faculdade de Odontologia de Pelotas, analisando o sucesso ou o fracasso endodôntico, de acordo com critérios clínicos e radiográficos. As variáveis preditivas no resultado do sucesso do tratamento foram: dente, número de canais, coroa dentária, sintomas, diagnóstico da polpa e índice periapical radiográfico. As variáveis relacionadas ao tratamento foram: técnica de instrumentação, número de sessões e limite de instrumentação apical. Resultados: 136 tratamentos endodônticos foram realizados com um acompanhamento de, pelo menos, 12 meses. A avaliação mostrou que o sucesso endodôntico foi influenciado pelo número de sessões (P = 0,015), diagnóstico inicial e grupo dentário (P= 0.014). Também foi possível observar que, quanto maior o índice periapical radiográfico inicial, pior o prognóstico endodôntico (P < 0.001). Conclusão: O índice de sucesso do tratamento endodôntico foi de 96.7% para casos de polpa vital, 87.5% para os casos de necrose pulpar e 92.9% em retratamentos. Estes índices foram influenciados pelo dente tratado, diagnóstico inicial, índice periapical radiográfico inicial e pelo número de sessões utilizadas no tratamento.

Abstract Introduction and objective: There are still few studies that accurately address endodontic success and which failures actually impact the endodontic treatment outcome. Determine success rate and predictive factors for successful endodontic treatment and retreatment by undergraduate students of the same learning level. Materials and methods: The preservation records (12 months) of the endodontic treatments performed in the Faculty of Dentistry of Pelotas were verified, indicating the success or failure of the treatment. Predictive variables in the outcome of successful endodontic treatment or retreatment were: tooth, number of channels, dental crown, symptoms, pulp diagnosis, radiographic periapical index. The treatmentrelated variables were: instrumentation technique, number of sessions and apical instrumentation limit. Results: 136 endodontic treatments were performed with a follow-up of at least 12 months. The evaluation showed that endodontic success was influenced by the number of sessions (P = 0.015), initial diagnosis and dental group (P = 0.014). It was also observed that the higher the initial radiographic periapical index, the worse the endodontic prognosis (P < 0.001). Conclusion: The success rate of endodontic treatment was 96.7% for cases of vital pulp, 87.5% for cases of pulp necrosis and 92.9% for retreatments. These indices were influenced by type tooth, initial diagnosis, initial radiographic periapical index and the number of visits used in the treatment.

Resumen Introducción y objetivo: Todavía hay pocos estudios que aborden con precisión el éxito endodóntico y cuáles fracasos realmente impactan el resultado del tratamiento endodóntico. Determinar la tasa de éxito y los factores predictivos para el tratamiento y el retratamiento exitoso de endodoncia por estudiantes universitarios del mismo nivel de aprendizaje. Materiales y métodos: Se verificaron los registros de conservación (12 meses) de los tratamientos de endodoncia realizados en la Facultad de Odontología de Pelotas, lo que indica el éxito o el fracaso del tratamiento. Las variables predictivas en el resultado de un tratamiento o retratamiento endodóntico exitoso fueron: diente, número de canales, corona dental, síntomas, diagnóstico pulpar, índice periapical radiográfico. Las variables relacionadas con el tratamiento fueron: técnica de instrumentación, número de sesiones y límite de instrumentación apical. Resultados: se realizaron 136 tratamientos de endodoncia con un seguimiento de al menos 12 meses. La evaluación mostró que el éxito endodóntico estaba influenciado por el número de sesiones (P = 0.015), el diagnóstico inicial y el grupo dental (P = 0.014). También se observó que cuanto mayor es el índice periapical radiográfico inicial, peor es el pronóstico endodóntico (P <0.001). Conclusión: La tasa de éxito del tratamiento endodóntico fue del 96.7% para casos de pulpa vital, 87.5% para casos de necrosis pulpar y 92.9% para retratamientos. Estos índices fueron influenciados por el tipo de diente, el diagnóstico inicial, el índice periapical radiográfico inicial y el número de visitas utilizadas en el tratamiento.

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OBJECTIVE: To investigate an association between odontogenic infections (OI) and maxillary sinuses pathologic disorder (MSPD). The distance between the sinus floor and the root apex of upper posterior teeth was also assessed. METHODS: Out of 4,402 cone beam computed tomography scans, 230 were selected, and 431 teeth were evaluated regarding the presence of OI: bone loss with furcation involvement, periapical and endodontic-periodontal lesions. The maxillary sinuses were assessed regarding the presence of MSPD, which was considered as mucosal thickening, opacification of the sinus and mucous retention cyst. RESULTS: There was a significant association between OI and MSPD (p < .001). Periodontal bone loss with furcation involvement, periapical lesions and endodontic-periodontal lesions increased the risk of opacification of the sinuses by 11.6, 34.1 and 228.8 times, respectively. The frequency of the different types of MSP showed not to be associated with a group of teeth or dental root. Conversely, the presence of MSP was associated with a significant shorter distance between the palatine root apex and the sinus floor (p < .001). CONCLUSION: There is a relationship between infectious process of teeth and MSPD. The proximity between the apex of palatine roots and the maxillary sinus floor showed to be a predisposing factor for MSPD.

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Abstract This study aimed to quantitatively compare the difference in protein expression in the progression of pulp pathogenesis, as well as to describe the biological functions of proteins identified in pulp tissue. Samples were obtained from six patients treated at the Araçatuba School of Dentistry and were divided into three groups: normal pulp - from teeth extracted for orthodontic indication; inflamed pulp and necrotic pulp - from patients diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis and chronic apical periodontitis, respectively. After previous proteomic preparation, dental pulp samples were processed for label-free quantitative proteomic analysis in a nanoACQUITY UPLC-Xevo QTof MS system. The difference in expression between the groups was calculated using the Protein Lynx Global Service software using the Monte Carlo algorithm. A total of 465 human proteins were identified in all groups. The most expressed proteins in the inflamed pulp group in relation to the normal pulp group were hemoglobin, peroxiredoxins and immunoglobulins, whereas the less expressed were the tubulins. Expression levels of albumins, immunoglobulins and alpha-2-macroglobulin were higher in the necrotic pulp group than in the inflamed pulp group. As for the qualitative analysis, the most prevalent protein functions in the normal pulp group were metabolic and energetic pathways; in the inflamed pulp group: cellular communication and signal transduction; and regulation and repair of DNA/RNA, while in the necrotic pulp group proteins were associated with the immune response. Thus, proteomic analysis showed quantitative and qualitative differences in protein expression in different types of pulp conditions.

Resumo Este estudo teve como objetivo comparar quantitativamente a diferença da expressão de proteínas na progressão da patogênese pulpar, bem como descrever as funções biológicas das proteínas identificadas no tecido pulpar. As amostras foram obtidas de seis pacientes atendidos na Faculdade de Odontologia de Araçatuba e divididas em três grupos: polpa normal - dentes extraídos por indicação ortodôntica; polpa inflamada e polpa necrótica - pacientes diagnosticados com pulpite irreversível e periodontite apical crônica, respectivamente. Após o preparo proteômico prévio, as amostras de polpa dentária foram processadas para análise proteômica quantitativa livre de marcadores em um sistema nanoACQUITY UPLC-Xevo QTof MS. A diferença de expressão entre os grupos foi calculada usando o software Protein Lynx Global Service através do algoritmo de Monte Carlo. Um total de 465 proteínas humanas foram identificadas em todos os grupos. As proteínas mais expressas no grupo polpa inflamada em relação ao grupo polpa normal foram hemoglobinas, peroxirredoxinas e imunoglobulinas, enquanto as menos expressas foram as tubulinas. Os níveis de expressão de albuminas, imunoglobulinas e alfa-2-macroglobulina foram maiores no grupo polpa necrótica do que no grupo de polpa inflamada. Quanto à análise qualitativa, as funções proteicas mais prevalentes no grupo polpa normal foram vias metabólicas e energéticas; no grupo polpa inflamada: comunicação celular e transdução de sinal; e regulação e reparo de DNA / RNA, enquanto no grupo polpa necrótica as proteínas foram associadas à resposta imune. Assim, a análise proteômica mostrou diferenças quantitativas e qualitativas na expressão de proteínas em diferentes tipos de condições pulpares.

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BACKGROUND: This study was conducted to investigate the biological factors underlying the association between pulp necrosis (PN) in subjects with permanent teeth with intact crowns and sickle cell anemia (SCA). METHODS: This cohort study included 140 subjects: 125 without PN and 15 with PN. A theoretical model was built to explore the following biological factors involved in the association between PN and SCA, namely (a) increased number of sickle cell crises in the previous year (No. SCCs/year), (b) low percentage of blood oxygen saturation (SpO2 ) in the body, and (c) comorbidities (CoMs). The theoretical model for testing associations was analyzed by structural equation modeling. RESULTS: PN was associated with CoMs (SFL = 1.115; p = .032) but not with No. SCCs/year (SFL = .127; p = .596) or body SpO2 (SFL = -.102; p = .485). The prevalence rates of osteoarticular lesions (p = .009) and death (p<.001) were significantly higher in subjects with PN than in those without. CONCLUSIONS: Comorbidities, primarily osteoarticular lesions, are associated with PN in permanent teeth with intact crowns of patients with SCA. PN can be considered an indicator of the lethality of SCA.

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Abstract Objective: To evaluate the Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy (aPDT) in infected deciduous teeth by quantifying the viable bacteria in root canal treatment. Material and Methods: Radicular canal cultures were collected (n= 10). Four intra-canal samples were collected at four different times in each of the sampled teeth, as follows: Time 1 (T1), baseline: After opening the pulp-chamber; Time 2 (T2): After application of aPDT; Time 3 (T3): After mechanical, chemical manipulation; Time 4 (T4): After a second application of aPDT. The aPDT was performed with a 4J/cm energy low-intensity diode, together with 0.005% methylene blue as a photosensitizer. The clinical specimens were taken to the laboratory for a bacteria count (colony forming units) and the results were statistically analyzed using the Friedman and Wilcoxon tests, with a significance level of α=0.05. Results: Statistical differences were seen between the numbers of bacteria at times T1-T2, T1-T3 and T1-T4 on the cultivated plates. However, no significant statistical differences were observed between the number of bacteria in samples T2-T3, T2-T4 and T3-T4. Conclusion: Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy can be a good co-adjuvant in root canal decontamination of necrotic primary teeth.

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