scholarly journals Technical Quality of Root Fillings Performed by Undergraduate Students: A Radiographic Study

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tatjana Vukadinov ◽  
Larisa Blažić ◽  
Ivana Kantardžić ◽  
Tijana Lainović
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
School Year ◽  
Apical Transportation ◽  
School Of Dentistry

Aim. The aim of this study was to evaluate the radiographic technical quality of endodontic treatment performed by undergraduate students at the School of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Novi Sad, Serbia.Materials and Methods. Electronic records of 220 patients treated by final-year undergraduate students during the school year 2011/2012 were examined, and the final sample consisted of 212 patients, 322 teeth, and 565 root canals. The criteria for overall radiographic adequacy of root canal fillings were defined as the presence of adequate length and density and absence of iatrogenic errors (ledge, fractured instrument, untreated canal, and apical transportation). Chi-square test was used to determine statistical significance between different parameters.Results. Adequate root canal fillings were found in 74.22% of the teeth. The percentage of root fillings with adequate length and density was 89.73% and 92.6%, respectively. Fractured instruments and ledges were present in 16 root canals (2.8%), while the presence of missed canal and apical transportation was observed in 2 cases, each (0.3%).Conclusions. Overall, the technical quality of root canal fillings performed by undergraduate students was satisfactory.

scholarly journals A Prospective Clinical Study of the Efficacy of Hyflex CM Rotary Instruments in an Endodontics Undergraduate Program

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-30
Author(s):  
Zoi-Despoina Tzima ◽  
Nikolaos Economides ◽  
Christos Gogos ◽  
Ioannis Kolokouris
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Root Canal Treatment ◽  
Prospective Clinical Study ◽  
First Year ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
Rotary Instruments ◽  
School Of Dentistry

SummaryBackground/Aim: To investigate the incidence of procedural errors with the use of a novel nickel-titanium rotary system (Hyflex CM, Coltene/Whaledent, Altstätten Switzerland), evaluate the technical quality of root canal treatments and assess a questionnaire completed by the participants themselves in an undergraduate dental clinic between 2014 and 2017 (Department of Endodontology, School of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki).Material and Methods: 118 undergraduate students in their first year of clinical practice performed a root canal treatment on a patient’s molar (maxillary/mandibular). None of the participants had previous experience in rotary instrumentation. The periapical radiographs were taken with the use of the paralleling technique for standardization and were collected and evaluated by the investigator. After the root canal treatment was performed the students completed a questionnaire in order to evaluate their training on rotary instrumentation.Results: The overall incidence of instrument separation, apical perforation, root perforation, straightening and ledges was 0.8%, 4.4%, 2.3%, 5.5% and 29% respectively on root canal level. Ledges were detected more often in mandibular mesiobuccal canals. The frequency of root canals with an ‘acceptable’ filling was 68.4%, while overfilled and underfilled canals were found to be 8.6% and 16.2% respectively. The response rate was high (94.9%), 35% of the participants encountered no difficulty in the use of rotary instrumentation and 98.2% would use it again.Conclusions: The incidence of procedural errors was considerably low and the technical quality of the filled root canals was superior to that of similar studies. The responses of the questionnaire demonstrated a positive attitude toward rotary instrumentation.

scholarly journals Quality of Root Canal Fillings Performed by Undergraduate Dental Students

2011 ◽  
Vol 05 (03) ◽  
pp. 324-330 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gul Celik Unal ◽  
Ayse Diljin Kececi ◽  
Bulem Ureyen Kaya ◽  
Ali Gurhan Tac
Keyword(s):  
Root Canal ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
Anterior Teeth ◽  
Molar Teeth ◽  
Clinical Curriculum

ABSTRACTObjectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the radiographic quality of root canal fillings performed by first and second clinical year dental students at the Faculty of Dentistry in Süleyman Demirel University, Turkey. Methods: The technical quality of 833 root canal fillings was evaluated by three examiners according to the density of the filling and the distance between the end of the filling and the radiographic apex. A root canal with acceptable filling length and homogeneous root filling was defined as being good quality endodontic work (GQEW). A treated tooth was defined as having good quality endodontic work tooth (GQEW-T) when all its canals had a GQEW rating. Results: A Chi-square (χ2) test at the 0.05 significance level was used for the statistical analysis of the data. Of a total of 833 root canals, 662 (79.47%) root fillings were classed as GQEW. Two hundred fifty canals (73.4%) (135 teeth) treated by first clinical year dental students were defined as GQEW-T while 412 canals (204 teeth) (73.9%) treated by second clinical year dental students were defined as GQEW-T (P>.05). Most of the GQEW-T were defined in anterior teeth (90.1%), whereas the fewest were in molar teeth (46.6%) for both first and second clinical year dental students (P<.001). Conclusions: The quality of root canal fillings in anterior teeth performed by undergraduate dental students in Isparta, Turkey was satisfactory. However, to improve the success with molar teeth, education about newer techniques and instruments must be incorporated into the preclinical and clinical curriculum. (Eur J Dent 2011;5:324-330)

scholarly journals Technical Quality and Associated Iatrogenic Errors of Endodontic Treatments Performed in Extracted Anterior Single-Rooted Teeth by Preclinical Undergraduate Students

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 96-100 ◽  
Author(s):  
Konstantinos Dervenis ◽  
Andreas Koutroulis ◽  
Georgios Chatzopoulos ◽  
Vasileios Kapralos
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
Dental Clinic ◽  
Root Canal Filling ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
Anterior Teeth ◽  
Root Canal Instrumentation

SUMMARYAim: To evaluate technical quality of root canal treatments performed in extracted anterior single-rooted teeth in an undergraduate dental clinic, and to record the associated iatrogenic errors.Material and Method: 287 root canal treatments performed by 114 preclinical undergraduate students in extracted anterior teeth at the Department of Endodontology were radiographically evaluated, based on the following parameters: access cavity dimensions and direction, root canal instrumentation, and root canal filling quality.Results: The access cavity was found of adequate dimensions in 28.9% and straight in direction in 71.1% of the material. Erroneous position, overextension of the access cavity and non-straight access were noted in 39.7 %, 21.6% and 28.9% of the cases, respectively. The frequency of ledged root canals was 10.1%, while 84.7% of the teeth had no instrumentation related iatrogenic errors. Regarding root canal filling, incomplete density apically and technical inadequacies in the middle and cervical thirds were observed in 76.3% and 82.3% of the cases. The percentage of flawless endodontic treatments was 3.1%.Conclusions: Most of the endodontic treatments evaluated were classified unacceptable. Inadequate root canal filling density in the middle and cervical third and ledge formation were the most common faults.

scholarly journals Radiographic analysis the obturation’s quality in root canal treatment performed by a South Brazilian sample of undergraduate students

2019 ◽  
Vol 67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dayane Machado RIBEIRO ◽  
Marcela Daniela HENCKEL ◽  
Fernanda Weber MELLO ◽  
Mara Cristina Santos FELIPPE ◽  
Wilson Tadeu FELIPPE
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Filling Material ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Material Density ◽  
Brazilian Sample ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
Common Criteria ◽  
Tooth Type

ABSTRACT Objective to investigate the quality of root canal treatments performed by undergraduate students. Methods 274 root-filled teeth (excluding molars) from the Department of Endodontology of the Federal University of Santa Catarina in a nine-year period were selected and evaluated by two calibrated examiners. The evaluation was based on tooth type, number of root canals, presence or absence curvature, length of filling material considered the radiographic apex as reference (considered adequate shorter than 2mm from radiographic apex), filling material density, filling taper, and overall quality of RCT. Chi-square and Fisher exact tests were performed to analyze associations between variables of interest (p<0.05). Results 197 RCT were classified as acceptable (71.9%). The frequency of adequate RCT was significantly higher in incisor (79.4%) than in premolars (66.4%) or canines (58.1%) (p=0.015). The number of canals did not influence root canal quality in this sample (p>0.05). The factor more frequently identified as unacceptable was filling length (26.6%). All RCT performed in curved teeth and classified as unacceptable were underfilled. Procedural errors, such as perforations or instrumental separation, were not found in this sample. Conclusion The most common criteria identified as unacceptable was the length of the filling material. Incisors had better quality assessment rates than canines and premolars. The high-quality rates found in this sample may be linked to the professor/student rates.

scholarly journals Quality of Preclinical and Clinical Root Canal Fillings performed by Undergraduate Students on Single-rooted Teeth

2012 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 71-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
André Luis Faria-e-Silva ◽  
Manoel Brito-Júnior ◽  
Carla Cristina Camilo ◽  
Daniela Araújo Veloso Veloso
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Uniform Density ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Clinical Level ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

ABSTRACT This study evaluated the radiographic technical quality of preclinical and clinical root canal fillings (RCF) performed by undergraduate students on single-rooted teeth. Two independent calibrated endodontic specialists evaluated 94 preclinical radiographs (group 1) and 96 clinical radiographs (group 2). The apical length of each RCF was categorized as acceptable (0-2.0 mm short of the radiographic apex), underfilled (2.0 mm or more short of the radiographic apex) and overfilled (extruded beyond the radiographic apex). Inadequate or adequate homogeneity were also evaluated based on the presence of voids and the uniform density of the RCF. Cohen's kappa and Chi-square tests (p < 0.05) were used for statistical analysis. The interexaminer agreement level was almost perfect (>0.80). Approximately 80% of RCF had acceptable length in both groups, with no significant differences among them (p > 0.05). The rate of adequate homogeneity was higher in Group 2 when compared with group 1 (p < 0.05). Overall, the quality of RCF was satisfactory with better homogeneous seal at the clinical level. How to cite this article Brito-Júnior M, Camilo CC, Popoff DAV, Saini R, Faria-e-Silva AL. Quality of Preclinical and Clinical Root Canal Fillings performed by Undergraduate Students on Singlerooted Teeth. Int J Experiment Dent Sci 2012;1(2):71-74.

scholarly journals Assessment of Technical Quality of 9562 Endodontic Cases Treated by Undergraduate Students and Endodontics Specialists

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 9
Author(s):  
Durmuş Alperen Bozkurt ◽  
Arslan Terlemez ◽  
Mutlu Özcan
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Experience ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
Clinical Experiences ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Age Range

Objective: The aim of the study was to assessment of technical quality of 9562 endodontic cases treated by heterogeneous groups with different clinical experience. Material and methods: This retrospective study reviewed the dental records of 8590 patients (9562 endodontic cases and 13203 root canals including 3340 retreatment root canals) treated by fourth-year undergraduates, fifth-year undergraduates, endodontic program students, and endodontic specialists between December 2017 and December 2018 at the Department of Endodontics of Necmettin Erbakan University Faculty of Dentistry in Konya. The length, density, and taper of root fillings, the acceptable technical quality of the root filling criteria, and the presence of procedural errors, were recorded. Chi-square tests with a significance level at p=0.05 were used for statistical analysis. Results: Acceptable root fillings were found in 71.5% of endodontic cases. Clinical experience showed statistical differences in the root filling quality among fourth-year undergraduates, fifth-year undergraduates, endodontic program students, and specialists (52, 63.1, 77.9 and 86.5% respectively). Fractured instruments and missed canals were noted in 9.8% and 0.57% of cases treated by endodontic program students significantly more than the other clinical experiences. No statistical differences were found among the clinical experiences in other procedural errors. No statistically significant differences were found between age range and gender in additional root canals. Statistically significant differences were observed between the number of root canal retreatments in terms of age range and gender. Conclusions: Clinical experience affects the technical quality of root canal treatments. Fractured instruments and missed canals, especially by endodontic program students, should be given more attention. KEYWORDS Dental radiography; Education; Undergraduate.

Quality of Root Canal Obturation Performed by Senior Undergraduate Dental Students

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 197
Author(s):  
Sundahnath Nagaraja
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Endodontically Treated Teeth ◽  
Root Canal Obturation ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
Anterior Teeth ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Mandibular Teeth

The aim of the present study was to assess the quality of canal obturation performed by undergraduate denal students at Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Chennai. Records of 200 endodontically treated teeth from patients who were visited by undergraduate students between month of November 2014 to May 2015. Periapical radiographs of all treated teeth were assessed in terms of canal obturation quality (adequate density and length). Forty-five percent of teeth fulfilled the criteria of an acceptable root canal obturation. Adequate length and density of root filling was found in 89% and 34% of teeth, respectively. There was a significant difference between maxillary and mandibular teeth regarding the length of root canal obturation. A significant difference was observed between molars and other tooth types. The frequency of root canals with an acceptable filling was significantly greater in the anterior teeth compared to premolars or molars. The technical quality of root canal treatment performed by undergraduate dental students was found to be less than ideal.

scholarly journals Technical Quality of Endodontic Treatment Performed by Underperforming Undergraduate Dental Students

2021 ◽  
pp. 276-282
Author(s):  
Abeer A. Mokeem Saleh ◽  
Hadeel Y. Edrees
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Root Apex ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Endodontic Treatment ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
Root Canal Filling ◽  
Underperforming Students

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the technical quality of root canal treatment performed by fifth-year underperforming students, in the extra sessions of the 2018–2019 academic year. Methods: Periapical radiographs of teeth endodontically treated by underperforming undergraduate students at King Abdulaziz University Faculty of Dentistry, were collected. The quality of obturation was evaluated radiographically in relation to the length of obturation to root apex, homogeneity and density of obturation, root canal tapering, and incidence of mishaps (such as perforation, ledge, missed canal, separated instruments). The data were subjected to descriptive analysis. Results: The periapical radiographs of 70 treated teeth showed acceptable length, filling density and root canal taper in 96 (80%),50 (41.7%) and 66 (55%) root canals, respectively. Only four teeth were subjected to mishaps. Conclusion: Under the circumstances of this study, the quality of endodontic treatment performed by underperforming students at the extra session was low. More studies are needed to address the student underperformance source and hence amend the quality of root canal filling. 

scholarly journals Analysis of anatomy and configuration of the canal system of the maxillary second premolar in the population of Bosnia and Herzegovina

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-18
Author(s):  
Brankica Davidović ◽  
Ljiljana Bjelović ◽  
Igor Radović ◽  
Bojana Davidović ◽  
Svjetlana Janković ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bosnia And Herzegovina ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Type I ◽  
Canal System ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Morphological Variations ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
Single Root ◽  
Chi Square Test

Introduction. Successful endodontic treatment depends upon the clinician's knowledge and ability to recognize and diagnose the presence of anatomical and morphological variations of the root and canal system. The aim of this study was to establish the number of roots and root canal configurations of the maxillary second premolar in the population of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Methods. The study sample was comprised of 150 maxillary second premolar teeth extracted for orthodontic or prosthetic reasons. Endodontic drills were used for trepanation of cavum dentis, and the number and patency of each root canal were determined by Kexpander # 15. Then, the samples were decalcified, made transparent and colored, to enable 3D viewing of the canal system. Decalcified teeth were observed from two projections (clinical and approximal) and analyzed in detail with a magnifying glass under 3 × and 5 × magnification in order to determine the number of roots, number of canals, root canal configuration using Vertucci's classification and number of anastomoses between canals. Statistical significance was obtained using Chi-square test. Results. The results obtained by decalcification of the teeth showed that, by radiographic analysis from the clinical projection, all the teeth had a single root. While, by the analysis from the approximal projection, 94.0% had one, 6.0% two roots. From the approximal projection, 70.7% with a single root canal and 29.3% with two root canals are visualized. The most common type of root canal configuration in the maxillary second premolars was Type I in both clinical (87.9%) and approximal projection (40.7%). Conclusion. These results emphasize the importance of knowing the variations in root canal morphology, because excluding the possibility of morphological variations can lead to failure of endodontic therapy

scholarly journals Quality of Root Canal Obturation Performed by Senior Undergraduate Dental Students

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 197
Author(s):  
Sundahnath Nagaraja
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Root Canal ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Endodontically Treated Teeth ◽  
Root Canal Obturation ◽  
Root Canals ◽  
Anterior Teeth ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Mandibular Teeth

The aim of the present study was to assess the quality of canal obturation performed by undergraduate denal students at Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Chennai. Records of 200 endodontically treated teeth from patients who were visited by undergraduate students between month of November 2014 to May 2015. Periapical radiographs of all treated teeth were assessed in terms of canal obturation quality (adequate density and length). Forty-five percent of teeth fulfilled the criteria of an acceptable root canal obturation. Adequate length and density of root filling was found in 89% and 34% of teeth, respectively. There was a significant difference between maxillary and mandibular teeth regarding the length of root canal obturation. A significant difference was observed between molars and other tooth types. The frequency of root canals with an acceptable filling was significantly greater in the anterior teeth compared to premolars or molars. The technical quality of root canal treatment performed by undergraduate dental students was found to be less than ideal.

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