ArticleFrontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology2026
Longitudinal periapical radiographic evaluation of apexification, vital pulpotomy, and revascularization in immature permanent teeth: a retrospective comparative study.
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Background: Immature permanent teeth pose therapeutic challenges due to immature root development; primary approaches include apexification, vital pulpotomy and revascularization, with few systematic imaging studies on their efficacy. Aim: This study systematically compares the radiographic outcomes of apexification, vital pulpotomy, and pulp revascularization in managing immature permanent teeth, assessing root development and periapical healing to inform clinical decision-making. Methods: This retrospective cohort analysis employed propensity score matching (PSM) to evaluate treatments for immature permanent teeth. Patients treated between January 2022 and December 2024 were categorized into three groups: apexification (n = 51), vital pulpotomy (n = 50), and revascularization (n = 51) after 1:1 nearest-neighbor matching. Primary outcomes were resolution of clinical signs and symptoms and periapical lesion healing; secondary outcomes were root development (increase in root length and canal wall thickness) and apical closure. Outcomes were assessed radiographically using pre- and postoperative periapical radiographs and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) at 6- and 12-month follow-ups. Results: After PSM, baseline characteristics were balanced ( Conclusion: Revascularization demonstrated superior efficacy in promoting root maturation, followed by vital pulpotomy and apexification. It is recommended to choose a personalized treatment plan according to the condition of the affected teeth.
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