The efficiency of digital software and three-dimensional printing in management of some endodontic problems (In Vitro and In Vivo Study)

Abstract

Endodontic treatment has been done all over the world every day, but unfortunately it does not always go smoothly. CBCT scans together with 3D printers led to the evolution of guided implantology and guided endodontics. In vitro study of using guided endodontic technique and comparing it with microscope in case of calcification, separated instruments, and furcation perforations with in vivo application was the aim of our study. Group A (calcification): 14mandibular anterior teeth were included in the study. Subgroup A1 (microscope subgroup): Ultrasonic tip ET25 used to open the calcified part of the canal k file #10 then was used to locate and negotiate the canal. Subgroup A2 (3D endodontic template): The ultrasonic tip ET25 was operated through the template to open the calcified part of the root canal. After the ultrasonic tip reaches the target point, k file #10 used to locate and negotiate the canal.