Ultrasonics: A Novel Approach for Retrieval of Separated Instruments
Published: January 1, 2015 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2015/.5473
Harleen Chhina, Manoj Kumar Hans, Subhash Chander
1. Post-Graduate Student, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Vyas Dental College & Hospital, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
2. Associate Professor, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Vyas Dental College & Hospital, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
3. Reader, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Vyas Dental College & Hospital, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
Correspondence
Dr. Manoj Kumar Hans,
Associate Professor, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Vyas Dental College & Hospital,
Near Kudi Haud, NH-65 Pali Road, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
E-mail : hansie51@yahoo.com
An instrument fracture within the root canal interferes and hinders the outcome of the successful root canal treatment. Fracture of endodontic instrument often results from incorrect use or overuse. This article reports a case of retrieval of separated endodontic instrument with help of ultrasonic and discusses the factors influencing the removal of fractured instrument.
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