- This steel tip is used in the coronal third of the root canal for a variety of tasks related to non-surgical endodontic retreatment
Uses
- Extraction of materials:
- It is used to remove various obstructions and filling materials, including gutta-percha, silver points, and even broken instruments
- Debris removal:
- Helps in the removal of debris and the smear layer from the dentinal walls
- Canal Probing/Exploring:
- Useful for exploring the pulp chamber floor to locate hidden or calcified canal entrances
- Loosening fiber posts:
- Can be used to help loosen posts within the coronal third of the canal
- Finishing:
- Assists in the finishing of access cavities
Features
- Material:
- Made from a specific quality of steel designed for durability and optimal ultrasonic transmission
- Dimensions:
- It is 20mm in length with a 5% taper, designed for effective use in the coronal third of the canal
- Compatibility:
- Designed to work with Acteon Satelec Newtron ultrasonic generators, which provide controlled linear vibrations and automatic frequency adjustment
- Irrigation:
- The tip design ensures that irrigation (such as sodium hypochlorite) reaches the active end, which maximizes the debridement efficiency through cavitation and keeps the area cool
- Color-Coding:
- The tip is part of the Acteon Color Coding System™, intuitively associating its color ring with the appropriate power range on the generator (often yellow for endodontics)
Benefits
- Efficient Material Removal:
- Effectively removes challenging obstructions like broken files and filling materials, improving the chances of a successful retreatment
- Preservation of Anatomy:
- The quality of the steel and controlled vibrations help preserve the tooth anatomy and enamel, minimizing iatrogenic damage
- Enhanced Visibility:
- By clearing debris and obstructions in the coronal third, it improves the clinician's view and access to the rest of the canal system
- Time and Cost Efficient:
- A multi-use tip that saves clinical time by addressing several retreatment challenges efficiently
- Safety:
- The ability to use the tip with continuous irrigation ensures safe use with solutions like sodium hypochlorite and helps prevent heat buildup in the tooth
