IP Indian Journal of Conservative and Endodontics

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Retrieval of a separated instrument extending periapically using ultrasonics: A case report

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Article Type : Case Report

Author Details: Pritesh Kisanlal Agarwal*,Bhavesh Ahir,Alisha B Wani

Volume : 4

Issue : 3

Online ISSN : 2581-8988

Print ISSN : 2581-9534

Article First Page : 105

Article End Page : 107

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Abstract

Instrument separation is a nightmare for dentists. It blocks the canal preventing further cleaning and shaping. This may lead to failure of root canal treatment. This case report presents successful management of instrument separation in mesiolingual canal of mandibular first molar. Retrieval of a instrument fractured below the curvature and extending periapically is a very difficult task. Ultrasonic technique along with dental operating microscope was used in this case.

Keywords: Ultrasonics, Dental operating microscope, Instrument separation.

Doi :-https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijce.2019.025