“Unravelling The Treasure Hunt – Canal Location Techniques And Aides”

CLINICAL CONTENT WRITTEN & REVIEWED BY CLOVE CLINICAL TEAM

Last Modified: December 7, 2023

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A detailed exploration of the interior of the tooth is essential during endodontic treatment for proper, chemico-mechanical disinfection of the root canal system. Missing an infected canal defeats the purpose of the treatment often leading to reinfection and retreatment. All efforts should be focused on detection of the canal systems correctly and location of these canal

orifices. All negotiable canals should be cleaned and shaped to eventually be sealed using a biocompatible obturating materials. Magnification, illumination and other such aides must be utilized for achieving this goal. This review discusses the importance of various techniques and aides in detection of canals, in order to provide predictable root canal treatment and avoiding

endodontic mishaps.