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. 2019 Jan-Mar;10(1):64-68.
doi: 10.4103/ccd.ccd_312_18.

Dentinal Adaptation of Warm Thermoplastic Obturating Material and Cold Thermoplastic Obturating Material: An In vitro Study

Swadhin Raghuwanshi  1 , Pradeep Jain  1 , Pallav Mahesh Patni  1 , Sanket Hans Pandey  1 , Hemalatha Hiremath  1 , Shabdika Baghel  2
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Dentinal Adaptation of Warm Thermoplastic Obturating Material and Cold Thermoplastic Obturating Material: An In vitro Study

Swadhin Raghuwanshi et al. Contemp Clin Dent. 2019 Jan-Mar.

Abstract

Introduction: The objective of endodontic obturation is to provide a complete seal along the length of the root canal system, thereby ensuring the healing and sustained health of the periradicular tissue. Root canal obturation involves the three-dimensional filling of the entire root canal system and is a critical step in endodontic therapy. Gutta-percha has universally been accepted as the gold standard for root canal filling materials. However, it lacks bonding to the internal tooth structure resulting in the absence of complete seal.

Aim: The aim of the present study is to compare the dentinal adaptation of warm thermoplastic obturating material and cold thermoplastic obturating materials.

Materials and methods: Thirty single-rooted, anterior noncarious human teeth extracted for periodontal or orthodontic reasons were used for the study. The samples were stored in distilled water until obturation. The specimens were then randomly divided into three groups of ten specimens each: Control group - Cold lateral condensation with AH Plus, Group I - Endosure with AH Plus®, and Group II - GuttaFlow® 2 with master cone. The obturation for each group was done following manufacturer's instructions. Under On-demand software, the area of voids at the level of 3 mm, 5 mm, and 8 mm from the apex was observed for all the samples. The obtained results were submitted for statistical analysis.

Results: The result in the present study showed that Endosure provides a better consistent seal as compared to cold lateral condensation, or GuttaFlow 2 techniques.

Conclusion: Mean void value was maximum for GuttaFlow 2 group, followed by cold lateral condensation, Endosure. Though there was a difference in the mean void values, it was not statistically significant except between Endosure and GuttaFlow 2. The result in the present study showed that Endosure provides a better seal as compared to cold lateral compaction, GuttaFlow 2 or Endosure technique.

Keywords: Cone beam computed tomography; Endosure; GuttaFlow 2; obturation.

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Conflict of interest statement

There are no conflicts of interest.

Figures

Figure 1
Figure 1
All the decoronated samples selected for the study. Samples are decoronated at a standard length of 14 mm
Figure 2
Figure 2
All three group samples submitted for the cone beam computed tomography examination one by one
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Figure 3
Cone beam computed tomography image shows the area calculated at coronal third by On-Demand software in cone beam computed tomography (Kodak Carestream 9000 3D)
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Figure 4
Cone beam computed tomography image shows the area calculated at middle third
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Figure 5
Cone beam computed tomography image shows the area calculated at apical third
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