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Stem Cells and the Future of Dentistry 10 Jul 2013 | 03:09 am
Embryonic Stem Cells Stem cells have the ability to transform into different types of cells. Stems cell hold the key to cell development and cell renewal and repair. Stem cells are derived from two ...
Using CBCT to Identify Vertical Root Fractures - Use of Filters 27 May 2013 | 08:00 pm
When we incorporated CBCT at Superstition Springs Endodontics, we hoped that it would be useful in identifying vertical root fractures. There is a significant learning curve with the use of CBCT and ...
9.5 Year Recall of Apicoectomy 23 May 2013 | 03:07 am
Last post, talked about how apicoectomies can be used to save teeth and the periodontium - tissues whose form and function are never truly replaced by dental implants. As a follow up to that post, her...
Apicoectomies Save Teeth 20 May 2013 | 08:00 pm
Endodontic surgery has an established record of success. Modern materials and equipment (microsurgery) make it even more successful. In a recent updated meta-analysis of the literature regarding end...
Teeth & Dental Implants: Not the Same 1 May 2013 | 10:00 am
At the recent AAE Convention, Dr. Hessam Nowzari presented a lecture on implant outcomes. Dr. Nowzari is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and the former director of advanced period...
Successful Endodontics in Your General Practice 12 Apr 2013 | 12:28 am
Successful endodontic treatment in the general dentist's office is based upon proper case selection. Proper case selection will allow endodontics to be a profitable, enjoyable procedure and provide a...
Missed Canals Cause Root Canal Failure 14 Mar 2013 | 10:21 am
Endodontic therapy has a well documented rate of success. There are situations where initial endodontic therapy fails. In a previous post, we discussed the role of bacteria in root canal failure des...
CBCT as Aid In Removal of Separated File 19 Feb 2013 | 10:00 pm
Removal of a separated instrument is rarely a simple task. The closer to the apex, the more difficult the removal. In this case, tooth #19 had a separated instrument 6 yrs earlier. The tooth had bec...
Remembering James H.S. Simon DDS (1934-2013) 6 Feb 2013 | 06:46 am
On Sunday, Feb 3, 2013, Dr. James H.S. Simon passed away. Dr. Simon was one of the pioneers of modern endodontics. He dedicated his career to education and was truly an amazing teacher, mentor and fr...
Bacteria Cause Root Canal Failure - Not Separated Instruments 15 Jan 2013 | 06:10 am
Bacteria are the main cause of endodontic infection and endodontic failure. If we can remove the bacteria and prevent its re-entry into the canal space, then we can expect success. Separation of an ...
