Validating the roles of apex locators and sonic instrumentation in root canal therapy
Ozan, A.U.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry 26(9 Suppl 2: 6-10
2005
ISSN/ISBN: 1548-8578 PMID: 17039678 Document Number: 585485
Paramount to the success of endodontic therapy is determining the working length of the canal and, subsequently, effectively cleaning and irrigating the canal. Electronic apex locators and sonic instrumentation can help overcome some of the clinical and practical challenges inherent in endodontic treatment. This article reviews literature findings regarding the applications of apex locators and sonic instrumentation to more accurately determine working length and enhance canal preparation and irrigation. A clinical technique is presented for completing canal preparation and irrigation using sonics.