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  1. Kaur K, Varghese E, Eswara U, Goh Pei En J
    Saudi Dent J, 2023 Nov;35(7):869-875.
    PMID: 38025601 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2023.08.002
    BACKGROUND: Reports are found on long-term radiographic follow-up of teeth treated with regenerative endodontic techniques, but scarce literature is observed regarding the tissue formed in the root canal. A four-year radiographic follow-up with histologic findings in an immature mandibular premolar with dens evaginatus that underwent a regenerative endodontic procedure (REP) is presented here. After four years following REP, the tooth was extracted for orthodontic purposes thereby presenting an opportunity to report the histologic findings.

    SUMMARY: The radiographic changes included a slight root lengthening and thickening and apex closure. Histologic evaluation revealed a fibrous connective tissue with an inflammatory infiltrate in the canal space. In the apical region, cementum-like irregular mineralization developed toward the center, giving the appearance of a closed apex. Root thickening, increase in length, and radiographic closure of the apex occurred due to cemental hyperplasia.

    CONCLUSION: After 4 years following REP in an immature mandibular premolar with apical periodontitis, granulation tissue had formed in the root canal, indicating repair and not regeneration.

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