Neoteric Approaches in Dentistry: Adaptive Endodontics and 3D Printing

Dear Colleagues,

It delights us to present this Special Issue on recent advances in endodontics and general dentistry, for which we welcome the important research of many scholars. Thorough cleaning, shaping, and obturation of the root canal system are essential components of a successful endodontic procedure. Root canals frequently exhibit an oval or teardrop-shaped cross-section, rather than being cylindrical. The greatest concern and uncertainty for dentists undertaking root canal therapy is considering the perimeter of the entire root canal space. To address these factors, the positive attributes of instruments have undergone a revolution due to changes in the composition of nickel–titanium (NiTi) alloys, heat treatment techniques, cross-sectional shapes, and the motion of movements. Additionally, to ensure adequate disinfection during endodontic treatment, adequate mechanical instruments and efficient irrigation are essential. Additionally, compared to canals with a spherical cross section, the obturation of irregularly shaped canals is more challenging. As a component of the new digital manufacturing system, 3D printing has been developed as a complimentary technology to actual fabrication procedures. This cutting-edge technology offers several advantages in terms of being economical, efficient, fast, easy to implement, and its manufacturing is decentralised. Although today's applications of this technology mostly include the processing of metals and polymers, effort have also been made to fabricate ceramic dental structures. There are several uses for 3D printing in dentistry, including the creation of wax models and other physical models for prosthodontics, orthodontics, paediatric dentistry, templates for implants, endodontic access cavities, and surgeries. The objective of this Special Issue, entitled “Neoteric Approaches in Dentistry: Adaptive Endodontics and 3D Printing” is to highlight the most recent research on the conception and application of adaptive root canal instrumentation and innovative 3D printing technology in dentistry.

Dr. Ajinkya M. Pawar
Dr. Mohmed Isaqali Karobari
Dr. Dian Agustin Wahjuningrum
Dr. Giuseppe Alessandro Scardina
Guest Editors

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