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What primarily causes persistent intraradicular infections?
What primarily causes persistent intraradicular infections?
- Microorganisms that established themselves during treatment
- Microorganisms that entered the canal after root canal filling
- Microorganisms introduced by oral surgeons during tooth extraction
- Microorganisms that survived intracanal antimicrobial procedures (correct)
Which situation is NOT typically considered a secondary infection?
Which situation is NOT typically considered a secondary infection?
- Microbial invasion during treatment
- Infection after root canal filling due to oral bacteria
- Spontaneous reinfection without any prior treatment (correct)
- Infection during the initial treatment of a noninfected vital pulp
Which of the following complications can arise from persistent or secondary endodontic infections?
Which of the following complications can arise from persistent or secondary endodontic infections?
- Interappointment flare-ups (correct)
- Complete restoration of the tooth
- Spontaneous resolution of pulpal necrosis
- Improved healing and reduced symptoms
Which statement accurately reflects the clinical characteristics of persistent and secondary infections?
Which statement accurately reflects the clinical characteristics of persistent and secondary infections?
Which factor is LEAST likely to contribute to posttreatment apical periodontitis according to the content?
Which factor is LEAST likely to contribute to posttreatment apical periodontitis according to the content?
What role do distinct bacterial combinations play in treated cases of apical periodontitis?
What role do distinct bacterial combinations play in treated cases of apical periodontitis?
Which of the following statements about fungi in root canal-treated teeth is true?
Which of the following statements about fungi in root canal-treated teeth is true?
What percentage of root canal-treated cases have shown the presence of Candida species?
What percentage of root canal-treated cases have shown the presence of Candida species?
Which property of Candida albicans contributes to its persistence in the root canal environment?
Which property of Candida albicans contributes to its persistence in the root canal environment?
How do Candida species first gain access to the root canal system?
How do Candida species first gain access to the root canal system?
What characteristic allows bacteria like E.faecalis to exist in root canals despite unfavorable conditions?
What characteristic allows bacteria like E.faecalis to exist in root canals despite unfavorable conditions?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the microbiota in root canal-treated teeth compared to primary infections?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the microbiota in root canal-treated teeth compared to primary infections?
What role does E.faecalis' ability to penetrate dentinal tubules play in its survival?
What role does E.faecalis' ability to penetrate dentinal tubules play in its survival?
What is the significance of bacterial density in treated teeth with post-treatment disease?
What is the significance of bacterial density in treated teeth with post-treatment disease?
Which of the following is a key factor influencing the outcome of endodontic treatment concerning bacterial presence?
Which of the following is a key factor influencing the outcome of endodontic treatment concerning bacterial presence?
Why is E.faecalis considered a significant concern in endodontic failures?
Why is E.faecalis considered a significant concern in endodontic failures?
What does the presence of uncultivated phylotypes in treated canals indicate?
What does the presence of uncultivated phylotypes in treated canals indicate?
What is one hypothesized way that E.faecalis could cause persistent infections in treated teeth?
What is one hypothesized way that E.faecalis could cause persistent infections in treated teeth?
Which factor does NOT contribute to the efficacy of endodontic treatment?
Which factor does NOT contribute to the efficacy of endodontic treatment?
Which other bacteria aside from E.faecalis are commonly found in endodontically treated teeth with apical periodontitis?
Which other bacteria aside from E.faecalis are commonly found in endodontically treated teeth with apical periodontitis?
How does the ability of E.faecalis to adapt to environmental changes affect its role in endodontic treatment?
How does the ability of E.faecalis to adapt to environmental changes affect its role in endodontic treatment?
What is the primary reason E.faecalis is prevalent in root canal-treated teeth?
What is the primary reason E.faecalis is prevalent in root canal-treated teeth?
What is a significant downside of the decreased biodiversity observed in root canal-treated teeth?
What is a significant downside of the decreased biodiversity observed in root canal-treated teeth?
What type of bacteria is commonly eliminated during root canal treatments?
What type of bacteria is commonly eliminated during root canal treatments?
Which bacteria are often found in posttreatment samples despite treatment efforts?
Which bacteria are often found in posttreatment samples despite treatment efforts?
What range of bacterial cells is typically found in root canal samples after treatment?
What range of bacterial cells is typically found in root canal samples after treatment?
What factor is cited as a likely reason for the persistence of bacteria in root canals despite treatment?
What factor is cited as a likely reason for the persistence of bacteria in root canals despite treatment?
Which type of bacteria has been shown to be more frequently present when bacteria resist treatment procedures?
Which type of bacteria has been shown to be more frequently present when bacteria resist treatment procedures?
What is a possible outcome for residual bacteria after obturation?
What is a possible outcome for residual bacteria after obturation?
What is the significance of detecting as-yet-uncultivated bacteria in posttreatment samples?
What is the significance of detecting as-yet-uncultivated bacteria in posttreatment samples?
How many bacterial species are typically harbored in root canal samples after treatment?
How many bacterial species are typically harbored in root canal samples after treatment?
What is a commonly detected gram-positive bacterium after root canal treatment?
What is a commonly detected gram-positive bacterium after root canal treatment?
What evidence suggests that root canal–treated teeth can sometimes heal despite bacteria being present in the canal?
What evidence suggests that root canal–treated teeth can sometimes heal despite bacteria being present in the canal?
What defines the variability in the density of bacteria found in root canals after treatment?
What defines the variability in the density of bacteria found in root canals after treatment?
Which of the following microbes is not generally found to persist in root canals after treatment?
Which of the following microbes is not generally found to persist in root canals after treatment?
What factor can lead to a reduction in bacterial diversity in infected root canals post-treatment?
What factor can lead to a reduction in bacterial diversity in infected root canals post-treatment?
Following root canal treatment, what is a common characteristic of surviving bacterial populations?
Following root canal treatment, what is a common characteristic of surviving bacterial populations?
Study Notes
Persistent and Secondary Endodontic Infections
- Persistent infections occur when microorganisms survive initial treatment.
- Secondary infections are caused by microorganisms that enter the canal during treatment, between appointments, or after filling.
- Persistent and secondary infections are often indistinguishable clinically.
- Both types contribute to several clinical problems:
- Persistent exudation
- Persistent symptoms
- Interappointment flare-ups
- Treatment failure
Causes of Treatment Failure
- Intraradicular infections (persistent or secondary) are the main cause of posttreatment apical periodontitis.
- Studies show bacteria present at obturation are a significant risk factor for treatment failure.
- Root canal-treated teeth with persistent apical periodontitis consistently show intraradicular infection.
Bacteria at the Root Canal Obturation Stage
- Even diligent treatment might not fully eliminate bacteria from the root canal system.
- Bacteria may persist in inaccessible areas.
- Bacteria may be resistant to some treatment substances.
- After treatment, bacterial diversity and density are significantly reduced.
- Gram-negative bacteria are often eliminated, with exceptions including anaerobic rods like F. nucleatum and Prevotella.
- Gram-positive bacteria, including streptococci, P. micra, Propionibacterium, P.alactolyticus, Actinomyces, lactobacilli, E. faecalis, and Olsenella uli, are often found in post-treatment samples.
Factors Influencing Treatment Outcome
- Bacteria remaining after obturation can impact treatment:
- Survival through dormancy or adaptations.
- Resistance to ecological disruptions.
- Reaching a critical population density.
- Access to periradicular tissues.
- Possession of virulence attributes.
- Host resistance to infection is a crucial factor.
Microbiota in Root Canal-Treated Teeth with Apical Periodontitis
- The microbiota in treated teeth with apical periodontitis exhibits less diversity compared to primary infections.
- E. faecalis is the most frequently found species in treated teeth.
- E. faecalis is more prevalent in treated teeth compared to primary infections, suggesting it can be a secondary invader and survive in the canal.
- The source of E. faecalis is often food.
E. faecalis Survival Mechanisms
- E. faecalis penetrates dentinal tubules, escaping treatment procedures.
- Forms biofilms in root canals, enhancing its resistance.
- Resists calcium hydroxide.
- Can enter a viable but non-cultivable (VBNC) state, surviving adverse conditions.
- Can recover from prolonged starvation in obturated canals.
Other Bacteria found in Treated Teeth with Apical Periodontitis
- Other bacteria include Streptococcus species, various fastidious anaerobic species, and uncultivated phylotypes.
- Bacterial community profiles vary among individuals, indicating different combinations can contribute to failure.
Fungi
- Candida species are detected in up to 18% of treated teeth.
- They enter via contamination during treatment or overgrow after inefficient procedures.
- Candida albicans is the most common species and demonstrates persistence through resistance to calcium hydroxide and invasion of dentin.
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This quiz explores the concepts of persistent and secondary endodontic infections, including their causes and contributions to treatment failure. Learn about the role of bacteria during the obturation stage and their impact on posttreatment outcomes. Test your knowledge of endodontic principles and practices.
