- Used for shaping and cleaning root canals
- Dimensions are 15/.05 21mm
Application:
- The Joker file is specifically used to navigate the canal, aiding in patency, or establishing a clear path to the apical foramen
Uses:
- Glide path preparation:
- The main function of this specific Joker file is to create a secure pathway for subsequent, larger files to follow
- In endodontics, a "glide path" is a smooth, continuous tunnel that allows for predictable and safer shaping of the canal
- Canal patency:
- Can be used to navigate and confirm that the root canal is clear and unblocked all the way to its apex
- Navigation of complex canals:
- The file's NiTi (nickel-titanium) construction and proprietary heat treatment make it highly flexible
- This allows it to follow the natural, curved anatomy of a root canal without deforming or creating unwanted ledges, which is especially critical in narrow or complex canals
- Mechanical preparation:
- Used with a dental handpiece in either a continuous rotary or a reciprocating motion, depending on the dentist's technique
- This allows for a more efficient and consistent preparation compared to manual files
- Combined with apex locator:
- The process can be linked with an apex locator device to provide real-time information on the file's position inside the canal
- This increases safety and prevents over-instrumentation
Features:
- NiTi construction:
- The files are made from a nickel-titanium (NiTi) alloy, which is highly flexible and durable
- Special heat treatment:
- A proprietary heat treatment process provides resistance to cyclic fatigue and torsional stress, which helps prevent file breakage during a procedure
- Cutting performance:
- The heat treatment also enables the file to cut with a sharpness comparable to stainless steel files
- Flexible design:
- The files are designed to follow the natural anatomy of the root canal, minimizing the removal of healthy dentin
- Part of a complete system:
- The RootFlex system offers a series of files for various endodontic procedures, including shaping and retreatment
Specifications:
- The measurements for this specific package are 15/.03 21mm
- 15: Tip size (D0) is 0.15mm
- .05: Taper is 0.05mm per millimeter of file length
- 21mm: Working length of the file
Contents:
- 6 Files per pack
