Instruments play a very important role in the success of root canal treatment, so basic knowledge of root canal instruments is essential.
Here are some common root canal tools:
Instruments used for opening
Endodontic Burs
Burs are the first tool used in root canal treatment. They are responsible for opening the affected teeth and providing an entrance to the canal. The shape and size of the burs depends on the type of tooth and the treatment.
Gate Drills & Peeso Reamers
They are used to shape the orifice and the top portion of the canal above the first curvature. They are also used during root canal retreatment to remove gutta-percha.
Instruments used for canal preparation
Barbed Broach
Barbed broaches are a useful dental instrument that removes pulp during a root canal treatment. It is manufactured from round wires, and the smooth surface is notched to form barbs.
Reamers
Reamers are used for initial debridement of root canal. The cutting force is weak but safe.
Files
There are different types of files. For example, K-Files are used to trim root canals and enlarge canal after debridement with a reamer. H-files are specially designed for shaping canals after they are previously cleaned and enlarged with K-files in root canal treatment.
Instruments used for canal obturation
Paste Carriers ( Lentulo )
It’s used to feeding root canal sealers or cement in root canal treatment.
Gutta Percha Filler
It used for pressuring and filling gutta percha. It is made of stainless steel or nickel-titanium.
Gutta Percha & Absorbent Paper Points
Gutta Percha Points is a filling material. After the preparation of the root canal, the cavity has been cleaned and filled with Gutta Percha Points.
Absorbent Paper Points are Made of pure cotton fiber absorbent paper, so it has good water absorption. It is used for root canal cleaning when endodontic treatment.
I believe that through the introduction of this article, you have a certain understanding of the common tools of root canal treatment.
