Injectable thermoplasticized gutta-percha systems.
Successful obturation of the opened root canal is fundamental to the success of endodontic therapy. This article discusses current injection techniques for obturating root canals using two modern gutta-percha delivery systems. The technique involves delivery, compacting, and sealing the root canal utilizing thermoplasticized gutta-percha and sealer. These systems stress the importance of proper canal preparation prior to obturation and have proven to be advantageous in a variety of clinical scenarios. Using either system, the gutta-percha should be properly heated prior to injection, and the clinician should maintain control when delivering and compacting the gutta-percha.
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University of Washington School of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics, Box 357448, Seattle, WA 98195-7448, USA. gg3@u.washington.edu
D003786:Dental Pulp Cavity / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D016503:Drug Delivery Systems; D004867:Equipment Design; D006171:Gutta-Percha / Q000737:chemistry / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006358:Hot Temperature; D006801:Humans; D007267:Injections; D008153:Lubrication; D009339:Needles; D012212:Rheology; D012387:Root Canal Filling Materials / Q000737:chemistry / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D012389:Root Canal Obturation / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D018915:Root Canal Preparation / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D013997:Time Factors; D014783:Viscosity
D012387:Root Canal Filling Materials; D006171:Gutta-Percha