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Filling Capability of Different Obturation Techniques for the Sealing of Internal Root Resorption Located in the Middle Root Canal Third – An <em>In Vitro</em> Study

SourceJournal of EndodonticsTier 1Peer-Reviewed Research

Originally at sciencedirect.com

Summary & scoring by The Bell Brief (Dr. Jennifer Bell) using the Drill-Down Protocol (Drill-Down Score) — not the original publisher.

Why it matters for dental

Endodontists and general dentists performing root-canal therapy can use this in-vitro data to choose obturation techniques that better seal internal resorption defects in the middle third, potentially lowering retreatment risk and improving long-term outcomes.

Key points

  • Study compares multiple obturation techniques specifically for internal root resorption cavities located in the middle third of the canal—an area prone to voids and leakage.
  • In-vitro model isolates the sealing ability of each technique without confounding clinical variables, giving clinicians a controlled benchmark.
  • Findings are scheduled for the August 2026 issue of the Journal of Endodontics, so current adoption decisions will rely on conference abstracts or pre-prints until formal publication.
  • Endo-focused practices and specialists seeking evidence-based obturation protocols for resorptive defects are the primary audience.

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