Factors governing the success of non-surgical endodontics: A review

Abstract

Microorganisms are considered as the primary cause for pulpitis and periapical infection which requires endodontic treatment for pain relief and healthy tooth restoration. Root canal treatment is a sensitive process that requires proper and accurate operative steps accompanied by certain other factors affecting its success. The overall goal of root canal treatment is therefore to prevent or treat periapical disease. Non-surgical endodontic therapy should be attempted whenever feasible and is generally preferred over surgical endodontics, tooth extraction, and replacement. The present review highlights and discusses the major factors affecting the success of nonsurgical endodontic treatment. A multitude of factors has been examined impacting the clinical success of non-surgical endodontics. Some factors had a profound impact on success rates, whereas others showed a negligible effect.

Orthodontics and Endodontics Clinical Practice Correlation: A Narrative Review

“…Root canal therapy is the most common and effective treatment for periapical disease [ 18 ]. The infected pulp is removed from the root canal, and the canal is then cleaned, shaped, and filled with a biocompatible material to prevent reinfection [ 18 ]. Apical surgery, also known as periapical surgery or apicoectomy, is performed when root canal therapy alone is insufficient to eliminate the infection [ 19 ].…”

“…Various treatment approaches are available for periapical disease, depending on the severity and extent of the lesions. These approaches include root canal therapy, apical surgery, and regenerative techniques such as guided tissue regeneration [18][19][20]. Root canal therapy is the most common and effective treatment for periapical disease [18].…”

“…These approaches include root canal therapy, apical surgery, and regenerative techniques such as guided tissue regeneration [18][19][20]. Root canal therapy is the most common and effective treatment for periapical disease [18]. The infected pulp is removed from the root canal, and the canal is then cleaned, shaped, and filled with a biocompatible material to prevent reinfection [18].…”