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VOLUME 9 , ISSUE 4 ( May, 2008 ) > List of Articles

RESEARCH ARTICLE

Endodontic-periodontic Bifurcation Lesions: A Novel Treatment Option

Shaul Lin, Gabriel Tillinger, Offer Zuckerman

Citation Information : Lin S, Tillinger G, Zuckerman O. Endodontic-periodontic Bifurcation Lesions: A Novel Treatment Option. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008; 9 (4):107-114.

DOI: 10.5005/jcdp-9-4-107

License: CC BY-NC 3.0

Published Online: 01-01-2010

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2008; The Author(s).


Abstract

Aim

The purpose of this preliminary clinical report is to suggest a novel treatment modality for periodontal bifurcation lesions of endodontic origin.

Methods and Materials

The study consisted of 11 consecutive patients who presented with periodontal bifurcation lesions of endodontic origin (endo-perio lesions). All patients were followed-up for at least 12 months. Treatment included calcium hydroxide with iodine-potassium iodide placed in the root canals for 90 days followed by canal sealing with gutta-percha and cement during a second stage. Dentin bonding was used to seal the furcation floor to prevent the ingress of bacteria and their by-products to the furcation root area through the accessory canals.

Results

A radiographic examination showed complete healing of the periradicular lesion in all patients. Probing periodontal pocket depths decreased to 2 to 4 mm (mean 3.5 mm), and resolution of the furcation involvement was observed in post-operative clinical evaluations.

Conclusions

The suggested treatment of endo-perio lesions may result in complete healing. Further studies are warranted.

Clinical Significance

This treatment method improves both the disinfection of the bifurcation area and the healing process in endodontically treated teeth considered to be hopeless.

Citation

Lin S, Tillinger G, Zuckerman O. Endodontic-periodontic Bifurcation Lesions: A Novel Treatment Option. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008 May; (9)4:107-114.

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