JOURNAL ARTICLE
REVIEW
Add like
Add dislike
Add to saved papers

A review of regenerative endodontics: current protocols and future directions.

This review outlines the biological basis and clinical protocols currently used in regenerative endodontic procedures (REPs) and discuss future directions in pulp regeneration approaches. The treatment of immature teeth with REPs has been described as a 'paradigm shift' as there is the potential for further root maturation. Clinically, REPs involve disinfection of the root canal system without damaging the endogenous stem cell potential present in the apical papilla and other tissues. These stems cells are introduced into the root canal space by inducing a blood clot followed by placement of an intracanal barrier to prevent microleakage. The biological concept of REPs involves the triad of stem cells, scaffold and signalling molecules. Currently, repair rather than true regeneration of the 'pulp-dentine complex' is achieved and further root maturation is variable. However, may clinicians consider the treatment of teeth with REPs as the optimal treatment approach for immature teeth with pulp necrosis.

Full text links

We have located links that may give you full text access.
Can't access the paper?
Try logging in through your university/institutional subscription. For a smoother one-click institutional access experience, please use our mobile app.

For the best experience, use the Read mobile app

Mobile app image

Get seemless 1-tap access through your institution/university

For the best experience, use the Read mobile app

All material on this website is protected by copyright, Copyright © 1994-2024 by WebMD LLC.
This website also contains material copyrighted by 3rd parties.

By using this service, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy.

Your Privacy Choices Toggle icon

You can now claim free CME credits for this literature searchClaim now

Get seemless 1-tap access through your institution/university

For the best experience, use the Read mobile app