Regeneration of Pulp-dentin Complex in a Tooth with Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpits and Open Apex Using Regenerative Endodontic Procedures

Regenerative endodontic procedures are undertaken on permanent teeth with necrotic pulps and open apices in an attempt to resolve symptoms, to allow the continued development of the root(s), and to re-establish vitality. Available histologic analysis of these teeth has, in the majority of studies, shown that true regeneration of the pulp-dentin complex is not achieved. A recent investigation using an animal model outlined a procedure whereby pulpal amputation a few millimeters short of the apex followed by evoked bleeding allowed the complete regeneration of the normal pulp-dentin complex in immature vital teeth of ferrets.

Source: Journal of Endodontics - October 9, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Mohammad Sabeti, Kory Golchert, Mahmoud Torabinejad Tags: Case Report/Clinical Techniques Source Type: research