Current challenges and concepts in the preparation of root canal systems: a review

OA Peters - Journal of endodontics, 2004 - Elsevier
Nickel-titanium rotary instruments are important adjuncts in endodontic therapy. This review
attempts to identify factors that influence sha** outcomes with these files, such as …

State of the art of Micro‐CT applications in dental research

MV Swain, J Xue - International journal of oral science, 2009 - nature.com
This review highlights the recent advances in X‐ray microcomputed tomography (Micro‐CT)
applied in dental research. It summarizes Micro‐CT applications in measurement of enamel …

Root canal morphology and its relationship to endodontic procedures

FJ Vertucci - Endodontic topics, 2005 - Wiley Online Library
The hard tissue repository of the human dental pulp takes on numerous configurations and
shapes. A thorough knowledge of tooth morphology, careful interpretation of angled …

Effects of four Ni–Ti preparation techniques on root canal geometry assessed by micro computed tomography

OA Peters, K Schönenberger… - International endodontic …, 2001 - Wiley Online Library
Aim The aim of this study was to compare the effects of four preparation techniques on canal
volume and surface area using three‐dimensionally reconstructed root canals in extracted …

Changes in root canal geometry after preparation assessed by high-resolution computed tomography

OA Peters, A Laib, TN Göhring, F Barbakow - Journal of endodontics, 2001 - Elsevier
Root canal morphology changes during canal preparation, and these changes may vary
depending on the technique used. Such changes have been studied in vitro by measuring …

Three-dimensional analysis of root canal geometry by high-resolution computed tomography

OA Peters, A Laib, P Rüegsegger… - Journal of dental …, 2000 - journals.sagepub.com
A detailed understanding of the complexity of root canal systems is imperative to ensure
successful root canal preparation. The aim of this study was to evaluate the potential and …

Digital and advanced imaging in endodontics: a review

MK Nair, UP Nair - Journal of endodontics, 2007 - Elsevier
This review provides an overview of digital radiography as it exists, including advanced
imaging such as computed tomography (CT), cone beam volumetric imaging, and micro-CT …

Impacts of contracted endodontic cavities on instrumentation efficacy and biomechanical responses in maxillary molars

B Moore, K Verdelis, A Kishen, T Dao, S Friedman - Journal of endodontics, 2016 - Elsevier
Introduction Recently, we reported that in mandibular molars contracted endodontic cavities
(CECs) improved fracture strength compared with traditional endodontic cavities (TECs) but …

A critical analysis of laboratory and clinical research methods to study root and canal anatomy

HMA Ahmed - International Endodontic Journal, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
The technical execution of root canal treatment procedures demands a thorough
understanding and knowledge of root and canal anatomy. Over the decades, and with the …

Imaging applications of synchrotron X‐ray phase‐contrast microtomography in biological morphology and biomaterials science. I. General aspects of the technique …

O Betz, U Wegst, D Weide, M Heethoff… - Journal of …, 2007 - Wiley Online Library
Synchrotron‐generated X‐rays provide scientists with a multitude of investigative techniques
well suited for the analysis of the composition and structure of all types of materials and …