title: Root canal obturation using Thermafil endodontic obturators in dog teeth.
abstract: The technique of using Thermafil endodontic obturators to fill root canals in dog teeth is discussed in detail. Stainless steel carriers coated with gutta-percha were heated and inserted in instrumented canals of dog teeth. The ease of the technique is discussed and obturation efficacy is evaluated. No perfect apical seal was achieved.
authors.affiliation: University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
authors.forename: A L
authors.initials: AL
authors.lastname: Golden
authors.forename: P R
authors.initials: PR
authors.lastname: Hennet
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D003762:Dental Instruments / Q000662:veterinary*; D004285:Dogs; D012389:Root Canal Obturation / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*