I would like to start this interview by asking youabout your education, both general and in Endodontics.I was born in Sorocaba, in the state of São Paulo (SP),to Giácomo Bramante and Alice Monteiro Bramante. Atthe age of one, I came to live in Bauru (SP). Later I leftto take Dentistry in the Catholic University of Campinas(SP), from which I graduated in 1962. There were 78 studentsin my class, and the course lasted 4 years.

Introduction: Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) isa common auxiliary diagnostic tool in dental practice. The technologyrequires specific knowledge and training. Objectives:This article address basic CBCT concepts, image artifacts hinderingquality of examinations, in addition to explaining basictools necessary for image manipulation. Methods: A reviewwas carried out by means of searches on Pubmed databasewith 19 articles published from 2008 to 2016. Results: Thispaper optimally reviews the...

Introduction: The mechanical action of instrumentsthroughout the root canal system is limited to the maincanal, which valorizvalueses the need for an irrigant withoptimal properties in order to enhance cleaning anddisinfection. Objective: The aim of this study was tocarry out a review about different final irrigation protocolsadopted in Endodontics. Methods: In vitro and invivo studies were selected to highlight solutions, possibleassociations and agitation methods. RESULTS: Theneed for more...

Introduction: Different irrigants have been studied, proposedand used during endodontic therapy. The aim of thisstudy was to determine current trends in irrigation amongBrazilian endodontists. Methods: A total of 398 Brazilianendodontists answered a web-based survey questionnairewith 15 multiple-choice questions, multiple selections andnumeric rankings about their irrigant selection, concentration,smear layer removal, and use of adjuncts to irrigation.Results: Sodium hypochlorite was the...

Introduction: Necrosis of pulp tissue followed by colonizationand infection of root canal space are determinant eventsto the trigger for, development and perpetuation of apical periodontitis.Objective: To evaluate the prevalence of differenttypes of periapical inflammatory lesions of endodontic origin.Methods: The sample comprised 805 histopathological reportsissued and filed by the Oral Pathology Department ofPublic Laboratory of Mato Grosso, Brazil, between 2008 and2014. The following...

Objective: This study aimed to measure the clinical anatomicaldiameter of root canals in human molars at differentlevels. Methods: Fifty maxillary and fifty mandibularmolars were axially cross-sectioned and analyzed at 1 mm,5 mm and 9 mm from the anatomical apex. The fourth levelwas in the root canal opening. The first file adjusted at rootcanal walls without pushing was recorded. Mean values andstandard deviations were calculated using paired t-test. Results:Diameter at root canal entrance...

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate theamount of debris and sodium hypochlorite extruded apicallywhen three different working lengths were used for rootcanal preparation. Methods: Thirty single-rooted teethwere used. ProTaper Universal rotary system was used forroot canal preparation. Teeth were randomly divided intothree experimental groups (n = 10). G1: instrumentation1-mm short the major foramen; G2: instrumentation at thelimit of the apical foramen; and G3: instrumentation...

Introduction: The main cause of endodontic treatment failuremay be related to lapses in technique, such as microorganismsleft within the root canal and iatrogenesis. These problemsmay be solved through retreatment and, if necessary,parendodontic surgery. Objective: We describe endodonticretreatment followed by parendodontic surgery in a patientwith periapical lesions in the roots of teeth #21 and #22, andfollow-up exams over 5 years and 5 months. Methods: Tooth#21 presented a vestibular...

Introduction: Effective decontamination of the root canalsystem is key to the success of endodontic treatment. PhotodynamicTherapy (PDT) may be an important tool in thereduction of root canal pathogens. Objectives: This studyaimed to review the literature on the use of this therapy inEndodontics, and which clinical protocol has been used.Methods: A literature search was carried out using thefollowing databases: PubMed and Scielo, and the followingkey-words: endodontics; photodynamic therapy;...

The present paper aims to describe the endodontictreatment of a tooth with marked root dilaceration usingmanual instruments manufactured in thermally treatedNiTi. Patient F.S.L., male, 14 years old, with surgicallytreated palatal cleft was referred to endodontic treatmentof the left maxillary lateral incisor (#22) for prostheticreasons. Clinical examination revealed a defect in theformation of the crown of the tooth. Initial radiographicexamination revealed presence of marked S-shaped...

Introduction: Currently, determining therapeutic strategiesfor improving prognosis of delayed replantation of teeth thathave been inadvertently stored in a dry environment is a challenge.A 22-year-old patient sought dental care three daysafter avulsion of tooth #8. Mechanically, the root surfacewas carefully scraped with periodontal curettes and chemicallytreated with 5.25% sodium hypochlorite followed by17% EDTA. Following extraoral treatment and chemomechanicalpreparation, the root canal...