USE OF 3D GUIDES IN ENDODONTICS: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF THE LAST 10 YEARS

OP208 | USE OF 3D GUIDES IN ENDODONTICS: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF THE LAST 10 YEARS

S. UZUN 1, N. CELIK UZUN 1
1 KARADENIZ TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, TRABZON, TURKEY

AIM: Guided endodontics relies on both surgical and non-surgical treatment planning utilizing computerized technologies. Employing three-dimensional (3D) guides facilitates minimally invasive approaches, minimizing the risk of perforation and improving the accuracy of clinical procedures. This study aimed to present a bibliometric analysis of publications related to 3D guides in endodontics over the past decade.

Methodology: Methods: Publications regarding the use of three-dimensional (3D) guides in endodontics were searched in the Web of Science online database using the Clarivate search engine, from June 2015 to March 2025. The following keywords were used: guided endodontics OR 3D-printed AND access cavity AND apical surgery AND regenerative endodontics AND ototransplantation. The title, journal name, author, country, publication date, and keywords were recorded and analyzed. The bibliometric analysis was conducted using R Studio-Biblioshiny software.

Results: The study included 147 articles that met the inclusion criteria. The year with the highest number of published articles was 2021, with China being the country with the most publications. The Journal of Endodontics published the most articles. The most cited article was authored by Zehnder MS., published in the International Endodontic Journal in 2016. Articles focusing on locating obliterated root canals using guided endodontics were the most frequently published topic. The majority of studies were case reports, followed by in vitro studies. The term guided endodontics was the most commonly used keyword.

Conclusion: Over the past decade, there has been a significant increase in research on the use of 3D printed guides in endodontics. These guides provide predictable outcomes and introduce promising techniques. Furthermore, they contribute to a shorter duration of endodontic treatments and minimally invasive procedures, which enhance patient satisfaction. However, there is a need for more extensive and long-term clinical trials to validate these findings.

Results: Guided endodontics, 3D printed, access cavity, endodontic microsurgery