Traditionally, the absence of pulp vitality and presence of an open apex require an intervention that aims at promoting apexification. Although it is considered as the most classically employed therapy, the permanence of the calcium hydroxide paste for long time periods may lead to the weakening of the root due to hygroscopic properties, as well as proteolytic activities of calcium hydroxide. Therefore, there has been a permanent search for alternatives which allow the full development of immature teeth. Revascularization has emerged as an alternative with a range of treatment protocols in...
Traditionally, the absence of pulp vitality and presence of an open apex require an intervention that aims at promoting apexification. Although it is ...