Cochrane

Review question This review examined the effects of different materials used for retrograde filling in children and adults for whom this treatment is necessary in order to save the tooth. Background The living part of the tooth, also known as the tooth pulp, can become irreversibly inflamed as a result of damage or bacterial infection due to tooth ...

Review question Is there any difference in effectiveness when undertaking root canal treatment in one visit compared to over several visits, and what are the effects on pain and complications, regardless of whether medication is used? Background This is an update of a review first published in 2007. Root canal treatment, or endodontic treatment, ...

Review question We aimed to find out the best way to retreat patients for whom root canal therapy has failed. We wanted to know whether surgical or non-surgical retreatment was better, and if using specific materials, devices or procedures in surgery might improve healing of the lesion or reduce patient discomfort after surgery. This review updates ...

Review question This review addressed the issue of whether there is an advantage to laser therapy for the removal of decay in teeth and patient pain, compared to a traditional drill, in children, adolescents and adults. Background Dental decay is a cavity formation in teeth resulting from the destruction of dental tissue caused by bacteria under ...

Review question This review examined whether different isolation methods affect the performance of dental restorations. Background Restorative dental treatments are used to repair damage to teeth caused by tooth decay or accidents. Creating a physical barrier around a treatment site to reduce contamination of the site with saliva is a common practice. ...

Protocol: To assess the effects of different direct filling materials for managing carious lesions in the primary dentition.

Review question How effective and safe is the use of fluoride mouthrinse for preventing tooth decay (dental caries) in children and adolescents compared with placebo (a mouthrinse without the active ingredient fluoride) or no treatment? Background Tooth decay is a health problem worldwide, affecting the vast majority of adults and children. Levels ...

Protocol: To assess the effects of interventions with pregnant women and mothers of infants up to the age of 12 months on dental caries experience in their children up to the age of 6 years. Specifically, the intervention types include: 1) clinical interventions, 2) oral health education and promotion, and 3) policy and access to services.

Review question Does adding adhesive designed to bond dental amalgam fillings to teeth make the fillings perform better and last longer than fillings without it? Background Tooth decay is a common problem affecting both children and adults. Cavities form in the teeth by the action of acid produced by bacteria present in dental plaque or biofilm. A ...

Background To stop further damage and restore function of primary molar teeth that are decayed or malformed, a dentist will usually use a filling (a soft material that is placed in the cavity and hardened) to restore the tooth to its original shape. Alternatively the dentist may place a crown over the tooth to cover it. This usually requires an injection ...