Micro Robot - A Revolution in Endodontics

Abstract

Robotics was successfully applied to the medical field which led to a new scope with vast areas of research; specially, robotics with dental application is relatively an untraveled area to explore. Access opening, bio mechanical preparation and obturation are the three vital steps in endodontic treatment. This procedure is time consuming and completely relies on the clinician's mastering skills which can be gained only through years of training and practice. Hence there are chances of human error in this stressful procedure. In order to improve the quality and reliability of endodontic therapy, an endodontic micro robot is built with an objective to modernize the traditional treatment, moving from a "manual act" to science-based automation. This paper will discuss the mechanical design and manufacture of endodontic micro robot and innovations involved from the traditional way endodontists root canal treatment to science and technology based system.