Impact of Calcium Silicate based Regenerative and Apexification Protocols on Fracture Strength of Immature Teeth
Oter and al.
From the *Bahçes¸ehir University, School of Dental Medicine, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Istanbul, Turkey; and Bahçes¸ehir University, School of Dental Medicine, Department of Endodontics, Istanbul, Turkey
Abstracts
Introduction
This study aimed to evaluate the impact of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA)- and putty-based regenerative and one-step apexification protocols on the fracture strength and failure patterns of immature teeth.
Conclusions
Filling immature roots entirely with MTA or using an apical MTA plug followed by WVC provided superior and more consistent fracture resistance compared with putty-based regenerative protocols. Bioceramic putty may not be a good choice for regenerative applications when the reinforcement of immature teeth is desired.
