4th Year #1 Flashcards
Can you take a radiograph for a pregnant patient?
YesDose from one periapical is approx 0.001 mGy and from an OPT 0.1mGy and maximum dose thought to cause concern is 200mGy (background 50mGy per year and this is possibly higher in Aberdeen!) remember a milligray ( mG or mGy is the absorbed dose)However, this is an emotive subject and the risks vs the benefits must be discussed with the patient. It is worth mentioning that having 0.001-0.1mGy still carries a risk of less that 1 in 1,000,000 risk of childhood cancer (1). Some prospective mothers might not want to take that risk. Risk less before 10 weeks and after 27 weeks but because of the “ emotive nature of dental radiography during pregnancy, the patient could be given the option of delaying the radiography”
Why should you avoid Felypressin?
it can cause uterine contractions
Which antibiotics are safe and dangerous for pregnant patients?
Yes, it is safe to prescribe penicillins Avoid: - metronidazole- erythromycin- tetracycline- doxycycline
What pain relief to recommend to pregnant patients?
Paracetamol is safeAvoid:- NSAIDs- Aspirin- Dihydocodiene- Codiene
What symptoms can a pregnant patient experience at 8 week?
Blood pressure drops:- fainting riskEmotional changesIncreased urinationVominitingAnaemia
What is Dalteparin?
a low molecular weight heparin anticoagulantSubcut
Is amalgam safe for pregnant patients?
No, it is best avoided as Mercury can crossthe placenta and has been detected in breast milkA temporary restoration should be placed insteadRemoval of an amalgam filling can carried out under rubber dam and high volume suction
Should Duraphat be precribed for a pregnant patient? and what alternatives are there?
No, due o its alcohol contentNor 5,000ppm flouire toothpastes as the effects of high fluoride are unknown2,800ppm is deemed safe but must be spat out after brushingFluoirde MW of 225ppm or 900ppmFor lactating/breastfeeding
Why to double check medical history when dealing with pregnant patients?
They may not know they are pregnant, or don’t feel like it is important to tell youCheck history generally
Check for pregnancy gingivitis?
hormonal changes can excaerbate pre exisiting plaque induced gingivitisPossibly gestational diabetes
Symptoms of first trimester?
increase in oestrogen and progesterone seems to coincide with increase in gingival inflammation
Describe how hyperplasia of the gingivae looks and is caused?
Hyperplasia of the gingivae is caused by marked proliferation of capillaries and minimal proliferation of fibroblastsClinically it appears as dark red/purple papillae which are fragile, bleed easily. False pocketing and stagnation also may be a problem
Describe how a pregnancy epulis occurs? and how it looks?
Caused by inflammatory response to local irritation which is modified by hormonal changes- 3rd month of pregMushroom like flattened spherical mass – sessile pedunculated base, protrudes from the gingival margin, in the interproximal space, red to dark blue in colour, bleeds easily with minimum trauma, painless unless it interferes with the occlusion
How to treat a pregnancy epulis?
Treatment – same as for pregnancy. induced gingivitis plus you might consider biopsy if it does not resolve after the birth of the baby.The use of Chlorhexidine mouthwash is not contraindicated but always remember to warn about taste alterations and staining with prolonged use.
Which antifingals are safe and dangerous during pregnancy?
Amphotericin is safe and nystatin but Avoid:- miconazole- fluconazole(can transfer to foetus or risk malformations)
Is there a link between periodontal disease and preterm/low birth weight babies?
Preterm= pre-37weeks Low birth weight < 2,500 g or 5.5lbsIncidence – over 4 million die within first 4 weeksRisk factors – young maternal age, drug alcohol and tobacco abuseMaternal stress, genetics, genito-urinary tract infectionMultiple or assisted pregnanciesResearch into interventions is not conclusivePeriodontium = reservoir of gm –ve bac, host response elevated levels of chemical mediators, premature labourNo conclusive evidence
What is hyperemis Gravidarum?
continued vomitingusually during the first trimester but can be throughout. causing dehydration (dry mouth), weight loss, electrolyte imbalance and hospitalisationdon’t brush after vomiting
How to treat a patient with erosion due to pregnancy vomiting?
Dress teeth, protecting the exposed enamelA dentine bonding agent ( ie Seal and Protect ) will aid protectionConsider Delaying RCT and radiographs until after birth if possibleWe should consider taking study models to observe wear, gag reflex is exaggerated due to obstruction of oesophagus
How to deal with vena cava compression?
posture, take care when lying the patient flat, consider the left lateral tilt to relieve the compression on the blood vessel, use cushion or use a rolled up towel.
Acyclovir for cold sores?
Minimal absorption to the foetus, but shedding at term may lead to HSV transfer to the baby
When is the best time for dental treatment during pregnancy?
Research and evidence suggests that dental care during pregnancy is safe, effective and recommended. ( best time is second trimester)
Name the 3 main tyoes of inherited coagulation disorders?
Haemophilia AHaemophilia Bvon Willebrand’s disease
Describe Haem A?
Factor VIIIX-linkedfemale carries can have mild bleeding tendency
Describe Haem B
Factor IX defX-linked
Describe vWD?
Factor VIII def and reduced platelet adhesionDominant inhertance1 in 100
Describe symptoms of haemophilia?
PEOPLE WITH SEVERE HAEMOPHILIA HAVE FREQUENT BLEEDS INTO MUSCLE AND WEIGHT BEARING JOINTSMODERATE SUFFERES HAVE A FEW SPONTANEOUS BLEEDS AND IN MILD HAEMOPHILIA THE BLEEDS USUALLY OCCUR AFTER TRAUMA, SURGERY OR DENTAL EXTRACTIONS.
Where do we treat patinets with CBD (congenital bleeding disorders)?
NAME?
What are the management strategies for CBD?
Some dental procedures don’t require augmentation of coagulation factor levels.Coagulation factor replacement therapyRelease of endogenous Factor stores using desmopressin (DDAVP)Improving clot stability by antifibrinolytic drugs, e.g. tranexamic acid .Local Haemostatic measuresLIASON WITH A HAEMATOLOGIST
Wghat is the definition of DDAVP?
DesmopressinA SYNTHETIC HORMONE, IS A DRUG WHICH IS SOMETIMES PRESCRIBED TO STIMULATE THE RELEASE OF ENDOGENOUS FACTOR STORES.
Describe transexamic acid?
MANAGEMENT STRATEGY TO IMPROVE CLOT STABILITY
What is Haem A and B MoA?
Normal bleeding time and INR but prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT)Replacement of the deficient clotting factors - porcine or recombinant by IV infusion Severe cases : daily injections15-25% people develop inhibitors or antibodies with repeated use.
Describe the factor replacements and how they should be used?
FACTOR VIII HAS A HALF LIFE OF ONLY 10-12 HOURS AND DENTAL TREATMENT HAS TO BE CARRIED OUT ON DAY OF COVER ALTHOUGH IT IS PREFERABLE, IT IS RARELY POSSIBLE FOR EXTENSIVE DENTAL TREATMENT TO BE COMPLETED IN ONE VISIT, HOWEVER TREATMENT SHOULD BE ORGANISED TO MINIMISE THE NUMBER OF FACTOR REPLACEMENT SESSIONS AND THUS THE LIKELIHOOD OF ANTIBODY DEVELOPMENTFACTOR IX HAS A LONGER HALF LIFE, ALLOWING DENTAL TREATMENT TO BE CARRIED OUT ON CONSECUTIVE DAYS UNDER A SINGLE DOSE OF REPLACEMENT THERAPY
Describe vWD MoA?
Extended bleeding time due to poor platelet function and low levels of circulating vWF and ristocetin co-factor. 75% have mild or Type 1 vWDUsually treated with synthetic hormone desmopressin (DDAVP)Infused IV over 20 minutes at Haemophilia CentreCan also be self-administered as high strength nasal sprayMore severe types require factor replacement therapy derived from human plasma. Ristocetin co factor
Post OP adivce for CBD?
Severe cases requiring extractions and interventive surgery are usually treated in a safer setting or hospital environment Some patients are asked to return to the hospital for monitoring. Tranexamic Acid (TA) Usually administered in tablet form 1g three times a day up to10 days Also available as a syrup or mouthwash in a dental situation TAILORED WRITTEN AND VERBAL POST-OPERATIVE ADVICE WITH CONTACT TELEPHONE INFORMATION AND AVOIDANCE OF NSAIDS
General principles for factor replacement?
Dental procedures should be performed as close to the time of administration of Factor concentrate as possible.Factor cover may be prescribed as prophylaxis or on demand.Expensive - dental treatment should be organised to minimise exposure to Factor replacement therapy.
Blood transfusions before 1986?
Non inactivated replacement factor concentrates from pooled human blood until 1986 when effective heat treatment was introduced.Risk factor of HIV and vCJD prior 199970% patients with haemophilia have presence of HCVRecombinant (non human derived) factor concentrates in early 1990’s removed the risk of viral or prion transmission
Name the general measure to reduce bl;eding risk?
Minimal traumaLA with vasoconstrictorhaemostatic agents in socketsSutures (resorbable)Post OP adviceAvoid NSAIDs
How to manage a patient needing emergency treatment with CBD?
Acute pulpitis - pain can usually be controlled by removing pulp from tooth. Temporary dressing until planned extractionDental abscess with facial swelling. Antibiotics only if local spread or systemic infection. Seek advice from haemophilia centreFractured teeth - normal management +/- cover if significant bleeding soft tissues
Drugss to avoid with CBD?
AspirinNSAIDs
CBD considerations for soft tissues?
chlorhex MWparaffin wax to avoid adherence to mucosa
CBD considerations for resto?
nil
CBD considerations for subging resto?
haemostatic agents - retration cord or transexamic acid
CBD considerations for endo?
sodium hypochlorite irrigation and CaOH paste for bleeding control
CBD considerations for rubber dam?
avoid trauma
CBD considerations for high speed aspiration
avoid trauma
CBD considerations for denture?
care with fittingsoft lining (if needed)
CBD considerations for ortho?
prevention and oral hygiene advicewax to stop trauma
CBD considerations for routine scaling?
Transexamic acid MW
CBD considerations for perio surgery?
good oral hygienefactor cover
Mild causes of red eyeness?
Conjunctivitis• Subconjunctivalhaemorrhage• Dry eyes• Episcleritis
Moderate acuses of red eyeness?
• Corneal abrasion• Corneal foreign body• Iritis (uveitis)• Scleritis• Facial nerve palsy
Severe causes of red eyeness?
• Corneal ulcer(keratitis)• Penetrating injury• Chemical injury• Acute glaucoma• Orbital cellulitis
Questions to ask when assessing a red eye?
1 eye or 2 eyes affected? Duration of symptoms? Discharge? Do you wear contact lenses? History of injuries Previous episodes of something similar? What treatments have you tried? Systemically unwell? How does it feel?Pain?Irritated/scratchy/”sand in my eye”Foreign body sensationPhotophobia – pain in presence oflight (think cornea!) Has vision been affected? Appearance of the pupilRound?Reactive to light compared to theother side?
Which eye conditions cause pain?
• Corneal ulcer(keratitis)• Penetrating injury• Chemical injury• Acute glaucoma• Orbital cellulitis• Corneal abrasion• Corneal foreignbody• Iritis (uveitis)• Scleritis
Which eye conditions affect vision?
Conjunctivitis• Dry eyesCorneal abrasionIritis (uveitis)Facial nerve palsyCorneal ulcer(keratitis)• Penetrating injury• Chemical injury• Acute glaucoma• Orbital cellulitis
Which eye conditions chnage the apperance of the pupils?
Iritis (uveitis)Penetrating injuryAcute glaucoma• Orbital cellulitis
Describe causes of facial nerve palsy?
Inferior alveolar nerve block• Parotidectomy
How to manage facial nerve palsy?
Tape eye closed• Generous lubrication• Optometrist• Safety net advice
Describe causes of corneal ulcer?
contact lensesvery light sensitiveurgent <24 hrsforeign bodies - high speed mechanisms
Describe causes of subconjunctival haemorrhage?
asymptomaticonly cancer in traumarelated to HT and anticogulants
Name the 2 forms of conjunctivtis?
bacterialViral
Describe bacterial conjunctivitis?
Sticky, purulent discharge• Bilateral, sequential• Gritty, uncomfortable
Describe viral conjunctivitis?
Watery, “streaming”• Bilateral• Pre-auricular lymphadenopathy
Describe a good history taking for vision loss?
Describe what they can see/not see Blurry Distortion Flashing lights/floaters? Areas of “missing vision” Painful? Painless? Speed of onset Gradual Sudden Other systemic symptoms?
Name possible causes of vision loss?
Cataract ARMD Glaucoma Retinal detachment Giant cell arteritis
Describe symptoms of cataract?
Common(est?) operation in the world The lens does not age well! Leading cause of blindness Low-middle income countries Gradual, painless, hazy/misty vision, near/total blindness Phacoemulsification surgery Quick, safe, painless, no sutures Very happy patients!
Describesymptoms of age related macular degeneration?
Age-related macular degeneration Only central vision affected Blurred, distorted, holes/gaps, “it’s right in the way!” Seeing faces, reading Dry type Gradual, slowly progressive over many years No specific treatment Wet type Faster onset and progression Treatable with anti-VEGF injections
Name the 3 types of glaucoma?
GradualChronicAcute
Describe symptoms of gradual glaucoma?
Condition of the optic nerve (2% >40yrs old) Gradual, progressive loss of axons from the nerve inside the eye High pressure is a risk factor
Describe symptoms of chronic glaucoma?
Chronic open angle glaucoma Peripheral vision affected first, central vision loss is very late Mostly asymptomatic, painless Largely treated with pressure-lowering eye drops, life long
Describe symptoms of acute glaucoma?
Acute closed angle glaucoma Red, painful eye, unreactive pupil, severe headache, unwell patient
Describe the symptoms of retinal detachment?
Flashing light or floatersshadow in croner of visionpainlessneeds urgent surgery < 2 daysno inhalation sedation - causes acute eye pressure rises and permanent sight loss
Describe the symptoms of giant cell arteritis?
Vasculitis, especially branches of externalcarotid artery A true medical emergency Could present to dentist first >50 yrs Jaw/tongue claudication pain Eating/talking Tender scalp skin Headache Feeling rotten Losing weight (Transient) vision disturbance
Name eye related diseases linked with diabetes?
Retinopathy - vitreous haemorrhage - retinal detachment Maculopathy- retinal oedema
Describe the symptoms of diabetic retinopathy?
Sugary blood damages vessels Haemorrhages Oedema (especially at macula!) Retinal ischaemia New vessels grow into vitreous (proliferativeretinopathy) Vitreous haemorrhage Retinal detachments
Describe the symptoms of orbital fracture?
Bruising Periorbital oedema Pain Double vision up- and downgaze Subconj. Haemorrhage Infraorbital anaesthesia ”Sunken” eye
Why are orbital fractures in children more pertinent to address?
Entrapment more common “Bend and snap!” Warrants urgent surgery to preventmuscle necrosis Long term double vision if missed May have little/no outward evidence ofinjury “White eye blow out” Oculocardiac reflex if muscle entrapped Slowed heart rate Nausea/vomiting Syncope/fainting
What to do in the case of a chemical injury to the eye?
Irrigate, irrigate, irrigate!!! Tap water, saline, Highland Spring… Ask questions later What is it? Give label to patient Straight to ED Alkalki worse than acids Aim = prevent corneal scarring
What is the defintion of Fraility?
A person’s mental and physical resistance, or their ability to bounce back and recover from events like illness and injury
Name the 2 models of fragility?
Phenotype modelCumulative deficit model
What is the defintion of phenotype model of fraility?
Describes a group of patients characterises which, if present, can predict poorer outcomesGenerally individuals with three or more of the characteristics are siad to have frailityCharacteristics:- unintentional weight loss- reduced muscle strength- reduced gait speed- self-reported exhaustion- low energy expenditure
What is the defintion of the cumulative deficit model for fraility?
It assumes an accumulation of deficits ranging from symtpoms to disease which can occur with ageing and which combine to increase the fraility index which in turn increase the risk of an adverse outcomeSymptoms:- loss of hearing- low mood- tumourDisease:- dementia
Name the 3 main factors which contribute to fraility?
DisabilityMultimorbidityBiological ageing
What is the defintion of multimorbidity?
Multiple long term conditions - fraility may be masked due to the focus on their other long term diseases
What are the downfalls in the NHS for fraility?
If patient only has fraility, may be low consumers of health care resources and not regularly known to their GP - until the become bed bound immobile or delirious as a result of minor illness
Deacribe the comprehensive geriatric assessment - name the 6 factors?
PhysicalSocioecononic/environmentalFunctionalMobility/BalancePsychological/MentalMedication review
Why is the comprehensive geriatric assessment successful?
Effective in secondary care:- reduced mortality- improved independence for older people - reducing hospital admission and readmission- reduced the impact of fraility- reverse the progression of fraility
Explain the plan created after the comprehensive geriatric assessment
AssessmentCreation of problem listPersonalised care planInterventionRegular planned view
How does ageism have an affect on the elderly
Associated with poorer physical and mental healthIncreased social isolation and lonelinessIncreased depressionGreater financial insecurity Decreased quality of life Premature death
What is the defintion of delirium?
Sometimes called acute confusional state- is an acute fluctuating syndrome of encephalopathy causing disturbed consciousness, attention cognition and perception It usually develops over hours to days Behavioural disturbance, personality changes and other psychiatric features may occur8-17% of A&E admissions for elderly
What is the defintion of capacity?
Means the ability to use and understand the information to make a decision and communicate any decisions Capacity assessment can be challenging Involvement an discussion with next of kin or proxy is a key step
What must you consider to decide if a patient has capacity?
Mental disorder:- mental illness- learning disability- dementia - acquired brain injury- severe communication difficulties due to physical disability (stroke or sensory impairment)- of sonhas it made the person unable to make decisions
How to explain things to patients with limited capacity?
Action or decision needed- Why the action or decision is needed- Likely effects of decision - Likely effects of not making decision - Any other choices open to the personUse broad terms and simple language
Explain the 2 strands to understanding for capacity?
There is having a grasp of the factsThe ability to weight up the options and forsee the different outcomes or possible consequences of one choice to another
What is the defintion of limited capacity?
Faced with choices, a person should be able to understand and weigh up information about options and any risks involved- and acy on the decision.In certain cases, an adult may be able to understand the information but unable to act due to their physical or mental impairment
What is the defintion of polypharmcy?
Five or more medications - use of multiple medications that are unnecessary and have the potential to do more harm
Describe the deprescribing process of medications?
Review mefsIdentify inappropriate, unnecessary or harmfulPlan deprescribingRegularly review
What are the symptoms of anticholinergic burden?
Symptoms:- brain - drowsiness dizziness, confusion and hallucinations- heart - rapid HR- bladder - urine retention- skin - unable to sweat- bowel - constipation- mouth - dry- eyes - blurred vision
What is the defintion of anticholinergic burden?
Several commonly prescribed medications may not be thought as anticholinergic but do have significant anticholinergic effects+ on top of actual anticholinergics will cause adverse effects.
Medications that have anticholinergic side effects?
AntihistaminesTricyclic antidepressantsAsthma drugCOPD drugs
What other cause can cause fraility? And risk factors
Clostridium difficileRF:- antibiotics- advanced age- prolong hospital- ppi use- chemo- ckd- IBD- low vit d
How to diagnose post-treatment disease?
may not be straight forward as you may be dealing with partially treated pulp canals, missed canals or procedural mishaps. These should be included in the diagnostic description.
What is included to enable you to gain a good pain history?
When RCT was fine and if any problems arisedRubber dam used?Check for:- swellings/sinus- TTP- Mobility - PPD > 3mm- tenderness on buccal palpationSpecial tests:- hot and cold sensitivity
Remember the SLOB radiography rule?
SAME lingualOpposite BuccalIf you move the x-ray head medially the two roots will move dismally but the buccal one will be the opposite direction of the movement and the lingual will be the one in the same direction
Name the 3 diagnostic categories for post treatment disease?
Previously treated:- (a)symptomatic PRP- chronic apical abscess- acute apical abscess
Name the 4 causes of post treatment disease?
Intraradicular microorganismExtraradicular infectionForeign body reactionTrue cyst
Name the 9 possible reasons for the canal to have intra-radicular microorganisms?
Poor access cavity designUntreated major or minor canalPoorly prepared canals or poorly obturated Procedural complicationsLedgesPerforationsSeparated instrumentNewly introduced microorganisms Coronal leakage
Name the 8 main reasons for endodontic treatment failure?
- Leaking around intubation2. Non-treated canals3. Underfilled 4. Complex canal system5. Overfilled6. Iatrogenic7. Apical biofilm8. Cracks
What is the definition of an extraradicular infection?
Microbial invasion and proliferation into the preriradicular tissues. - perio endo lesion where pocketing extends to the apical foramina- extrusion of infected dentine chips during instrumentation- overextended instrumentation/filling materialBiofilms which grow through the apical constriction and form an external apical biofilmExtraradicular microbes
What is the defintion of a foreign body reaction?
In the periradicular tissue have been associated with a chronic inflammatory response:- vegetables - cellulose fibres- onturatiob material (sealer or GP)
What is the defintion of a true radicular cyst?
Form when retained embryonic epithelium begins to proliferate due to the presence of chronic inflammationCan’t tell between abscess, granuloma or cyst - radiographically
Cystic characteristics in a radiograph?
The larger it is, the more likely it’ll be cystic However, treatment is still the same
Name and deacribe the 2 types of radicular cysts?
True radiculsr cyst:- an enclosed cavity totally lined by epithelium - no communication with RCS- not heal after RCTPeriapical pocket cyst:- epithelium is attached to the margins of the apical foramen- cyst lumen is open to the infected canal and hence can communicate directly- heal after RCT
Name the 7 things beware of when treating a tooth for an RCT?
History of bruxingHistory of frequent decementingOcclusal wear facetsLarge/wide RCT/PostsLarge, narrow perio pocketsCan also indicate a perio endo lesionLook for vertical root fracture
What is the most common cause of failed RCT?
Persistent or secondary infection of the RCSSecondary intraradicular infections Microbes are not present in the primary infection but have been introduced later
What species of bacteria can be found as a secondary intraradicular infection?
PropionibacteriumActinomycesPrevotellaE.faecalusStreptococcusCandida albicansFusobacterium nucleatem Spirochaetes Different combinations of bacterial can cause different ways of treatment failure
What are the 4 options after diagnosing a treated tooth with lost- treatment disease?
NothingNonsurgical ExtractionSurgical
When should Do Nothing be suggested for a patients failed RCT tooth?
No signs nor symptoms form the tooth and the radiolucency is not increasing in sizeEvidence shows that it has little chance of becoming symptomatic
When should extraction be suggested?
When tooth has an obvious hopeless outlook
When should non-surgical re-treatment be suggested for a failed RCT?
The safer option that surgicalMost benefit with lowest riskGreatest likelihood of eliminating most common cause (intraradicualr infection)But could be more costly than surgical treatment and longer
When should surgical treatment be suggested for a patients failed RCT?
Surgery is chosen when no surgical re-treatmebt is not possible, or where the risk to benefit ratio is outweighed by surgeryRCTs can be improved, but somethings can be rectified
What are the aims of root canal re treatment?
Re treatment aims to regain access into the apical 1/3 of the the root canal system and create an environment conductive to healingNeed:- coronal access (remove restorations)- remove all previous obstruction material- manage any complicating factors - achieve full working length- eliminate microbes
Should you remove the crown/bridge or not? Advantages and Disadvantages of keeping/removing?
Decision is easier if it is defective or replacement is requiredAdvantages of retaining the restoration:- cost for replacement avoided- isolation is easier- occlusion preserved- aesthetics maintained Disadvantages of retaining indirect resto:- removes dentinal core reduction retention and strength- increased change of iatrogenic mishap as restricted vision - removal of canal obstructions more difficult- may miss something important
Name the 2 techniques to remove the crown without destroying it?
WAMKEY - dentsply mailleferMetalift system
What influence the difficulty of post removal?
Fairly predictable Depends on the post, location in mouth and material cemented with
How to remove a post?
What it was cemented with and when the last time it came outBonded restorations are more difficult to remove
Consider the types of post material? Name 2
Dentatus screw Quartz fibre - more time consuming
What arenthe initial considerations when thinking about how to remove a post?
Location in the arch of the tooth that requires post removalThe more anterior in the arch, the more difficult to remove due to accessibilityTo remove a post firt remove all restorative materials all around- use ultrasonics
Explain the way in which you’d remove the metal posts?
Ultrasonics- eggler post removerRuddle/Gonon post remover- masseran kitIf metal threaded, can often unscrew using Spencer Wells or similar Quartz fibre posts - pilot hole then piezo reamerZirconia and ceramic post- often irretrievable
Explain the process of post removal with ultrasonics?
Rubber damMagnification and illumination Aim to reduce the retention sing ultrasonics at the interface between the post and the toothConstantly move it around the circumference of the post to disrupt the cement along the post/canal wall interfaceUse copious coolant sprayOwing to the heat that can be generated, stop every 15s
What to do if ultrasonics don’t work?
A post puller is required
Explain the Eggler post removal system?
Post pullerDevice consists of two sets of jaesnrhay work independently - first jaw grips the core- the other jae pushes away from the tooth in line with the long axisA cast core may need reduced with a high speed hand piece - not recommended for the removal of screw posts
Explain the Ganon/Ruddle post removal system?
Effective for removing parallel or tampered non-actice preformed posts Hollow trephine bur played over the trimmed down postTrephine domes off tip of post to allow specific, matched size extraction mandrel to create a thread onto the exposed portion of the postThe extraction mandrel is attached to the post, the extraction vice is applied to the tooth and postTurning the screw applies a coronal forceBut vice large access in molar/crowded incisors is difficult
Explain how to remove fibre posts?
Often come with drill for removalNeed magnificationCan drill a pilot hole in the long accessSet a silicone stop at the depth of the post on the reamer and slowly take to this lengthLN burs v usefulSpeed at 600-900rpm
How to remove a fractured post?
Masseran Kit
Name the 6 potential complications of post removal?
Inability to removeTooth is unrestroable Head transmission to PDL from ultrasonicsTooth/root fracturePerforation of rootFracture of post and inability to remove
How to gain access to the RCS on a RCT tooth?
Once coronal access is gained remove any residual cement using an ultrasonic blocking access jntonthe RCS
What should happen if the tooth has limited access?
If not possible to remove lost, surgery can often be performed
Name 3 types of ways to remove GP?
Solvents:- chloroform, halothane and oil of turpentineThermal- ultrasonic - system bMechanical- rotary NiTi files (ProTaper D)
Explain how to use chemical solvents to remove GP?
Very small amount in luer lock syringeToxic if extrudedLeave in canal for a minute then working into HP with a C+ file or a 15 or 20 hedstrom When all GP removed, add more solvent into canal and wick out paper points
Explain how to mechanically remove GP from the canal?
Rotary Notice files- Mtwo R- ProTaper DUse at 600rpmAlways crown down Active tip to penetrate GP
In which order should you use the ProTaper D files?
D1 16mmD2 18mmD3 22mm
Removing carrier based systems?
Much more difficult with more errors chance
Guttacore
New
What to do after bulk of GP is removed?
Flood canals with solventUse paper points to wicj out remains GP and sealerCarefully use hedstroms
Explain the irrigant protocol?
NaOCl EDTA or citric acidPovidone iodine soakNaOClUse copious irrigationOnce working length is reached progressively larger diameter hand files are rotatwd passive, nonbinding, clockwise direction to remove the remaining GP until the files come out of the canal clean
Explain why silver points are bad for RCTs?
Poor success rate of RCT with pointsNot adaptable ti canal, limited seal and toxic productsDo not retreat in single visit as risk of flare up
Explain how to remove a silver point?
Never apply ultrasonic energy directly on point - will disintegrateDifficult to removeGrippable using stieglitzDon’t twistApply ultrasonic indirectly to the stieglitz and vibrate out
Name the 4 options to fill the canals for retreatment?
Insoluble resinGPSilver pointsSoluble pastes
How effective are electronic aplex locators for retreatment cases?
Frequently misread the working lengthRegain accuracy when clean
How successful is retreatment?
Reduced success compared to de novo
What is the defintion of endodontic success?
If survival is used as the outcomes, longer is betterIf bony infill is taken as successful the more infill the better
What does retreatemnt rely on?
Maginficaiton and illumination and successfully removing all obtruation material
Name the 3 ways in which there is communication between the pulp and periodontium?
Dentinal tubulesApical foramenLateral/accessory canals
How can dentinal tubules becomes exposed?
Developmental defectsDisease processesSurgical proceduresTrauma
Name the 4 types of morphology of the CEJ?
I: cementum iver enamelII: Edge to edgeIII: gap IV: enamel over cementum
What is the defintion of the apical foramen?
Is the principle route of communication between pulp and periodontiumPulpal inflammation can cause localised inflammatory reaction in the peridontium May be exposed due to severe LoA
Where are most lateral canals found?
Middle 1/330-40% have lateral canals - found apicallyContain CT and BVsFurcal canals
Explain the problem of potential for exposed furcal canals?
All teeth with furcation involvement can potentially have exposed fiscal canalsLesions suggested radiographically may be due to infectious products from a necrotic pulp diffusing down a furcal or lateral canalsRemember sensitivity testing:- lower 46 and 36 DL root- Upper and lower premolars can have between 1-3 roots- Canines have can 2 roots
Bacteria found in chronic/asymptomatic PRP and chronic peridontitis?
Aggregatibacter actinimycetesmcomitansP gingivalisEikenellaFusobacteriumP intermediateTreponema denticola
Name the 4 iatrogenically occurring communication between pulp and periodntium.
Developmental malformationsResorption lesionsPerforationsCracksMucosal fenestration
Name 3 types of developmental malformations?
Palatogingival grooves- upper incisors- maxillary lateral incisorsIf the epithelial attachment is breached, grooves becomes contaminated Self-sustainjng infrabony pocket developsLoA can quickly extend to the apical foramen causing pulapl necrosis Treatment:- difficult- scaling and RSI don’t work- bur out grooves and use regenerative techniques
Name 3 types of responsive lesions?
External inflammatoryInternal inflammatoryCervical inflammatory