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Perforation repairs.

G A Bruder·N Mastromihalis·K Foroughi·S Friedman
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Management of instrument perforations in the periodontal ligament space during endodontic or restorative procedures is an ongoing problem in dentistry. The introduction of microscopes, new instruments and materials has resulted in more controllable and predictable surgical and nonsurgical outcomes. This paper discusses some of the newer techniques and materials used to manage perforations effectively.

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G A Bruder, N Mastromihalis, K Foroughi, S Friedman. 1999. Perforation repairs.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10409838/

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