Effects of Irrigation Activation Methods on Periapical Healing in Chronic Apical Periodontitis

Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effects of different irrigation activation methods on periapical healing in teeth with chronic apical periodontitis. Patients underwent root canal treatment using one of three irrigation activation methods: sonic activation, passive ultrasonic irrigation, or laser-activated irrigation. Periapical healing is evaluated by comparing baseline and follow-up periapical radiographs using the Periapical Index (PAI) and fractal analysis. PAI is used to assess changes in periapical status, while fractal dimension analysis is used to quantitatively evaluate changes in the trabecular bone structure in the periapical region. The study aims to determine whether the irrigation activation method used during root canal treatment influences subsequent periapical healing.