title: Conservative treatment of root perforations using apex locator and thermatic compactor--case study of a new method.
abstract: Endodontic perforation, a serious complication in dental practice, is among the most common problems associated with endodontic procedures. Recommended methods of treatment are surgical or conservative using calcium hydroxide paste. A method in which perforations can be obturated immediately after their detection is described. The method utilizes an apex locator for measurement and detection of the perforation and a two-step treatment of thermatic compaction for filling the root canal as well as the perforation. A number of cases with a long follow-up are presented.
authors.forename: A Y
authors.initials: AY
authors.lastname: Kaufman
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Keila
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012389:Root Canal Obturation / Q000379:methods*; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014092:Tooth Root / Q000293:injuries*