A Novel Approach for Apexification: A 2-year Follow-up
Pradnya V Bansode, Sagar S Deshpande
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Bansode PV, Deshpande SS. A Novel Approach for Apexification: A 2-year Follow-up. Int J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2016; 6 (1):17-20.
To present a novel approach for nonsurgical management of large periapical lesion with open apex by using White Portland Cement to create an apical plug leads to substantial periapical healing.
Summary
Radiographic examination in this case indicated previous root canal treated, immature tooth with a wide-open apex and a periapical radiolucency. After cleaning and shaping Triple antibiotic paste was placed for 3 weeks. Hydroxyapatite was mixed with sterile saline & placed beyond the canal apex until with the aim of creating a periapical barrier. WPC powder was then mixed with sterile water, carried inside the canal to create apical plug (4mm) and obturation. The remainder of the canal was filled with thermoplastic gutta-percha. This was followed by post &core and PFM crown. Clinical follow-up of 2 years revealed absence of clinical symptoms and substantial periapical healing.
How to cite this article
Deshpande SS, Bansode PV. A Novel Approach for Apexification: A 2-year Follow-up Case Report. Int J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2016;6(1)17-20.
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