The Use of the Operating Microscope in Endodontics

Carr, Gary B.; Murgel, Carlos Alberto Ferreira

doi:10.1016/j.cden.2010.01.002

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“…Decrease in the distance between the fixation point and the body of the microscope will increase the stability. Ergonomics 17 The knowledge of the basic ergonomic motion is necessary for understanding of efficient workflow of microscope.…”

Section: Dental Operating Microscopementioning

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Magnification in Endodontics: A review

2020

IJCE

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Traditional endodontics has been based on feel not sight. Since the endodontic surgical field is measured in millimeters, endodontic therapy has always been very dependent from the tactile sensation of the operator and its anatomic knowledge. The use of magnification in dentistry appears to be of increasing interest. With the recent advances of magnification devices with increased magnification and illumination there is improved technical accuracy and performance. Now the use of such magnification systems is a very popular practice in dentistry as well. By providing both intense focused light as well as a high degree of magnification, the endoscope, orascope, dental loupes and operating microscope has become an important part of the armamentarium for many endodontics. The aim of this review is to discuss the role of magnifying aids with its added advantages in endodontic.

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Section: Dental Operating Microscopementioning

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Magnification in Endodontics: A review

2020

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“…Increase in pre-clinical laboratory training and addition of seminars would be beneficial for students to familiarize with necessary procedures and precautions required for managing molars and teeth with curved canals. The use of dental magnification such as magnifying loupes and operating microscopes while performing molar endodontics would enhance visualization of the treatment field and increase accuracy of the endodontic procedures 22 . In addition; the use of rotary instruments may be considered, especially for molar endodontics 20,23 .…”

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Factors associated with the technical quality of root canal fillings performed by undergraduate dental students in a Malaysian Dental School

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Aim: A retrospective clinical audit was carried out on records of endodontic treatment performed by dental undergraduates. The audit was performed to evaluate the technical quality of root canal fillings performed by dental undergraduates and determine the associated factors. Methods: 140 records of patients who had received root canal treatment by dental undergraduates were evaluated through periapical radiographs by two examiners (κ =0.74). The root canal fillings had their quality evaluated according to extent, condensation and presence of procedural mishap. Possible factors associated with technical quality such as tooth type, canal curvature, student level and quality of record keeping were evaluated. Data were statistically analyzed using chi-square test (p<0.05). Results: Among the 140 root-filled teeth, acceptable extent, condensation and no-mishap were observed in 72.1%, 66.4% and 77.9% cases respectively. Overall, the technical quality of 68 (48.6%) root-filled teeth was considered acceptable. Overall, non-acceptable root canal fillings were significantly more likely to be observed in molars (69.2%), moderately and severely curved canals (71.4%) and junior students (61.5%). There was no association between acceptable root canal fillings and quality of record keeping. Conclusions: The technical quality of root canal fillings was acceptable in 48.6% cases and it was associated with tooth type, degree of canal curvature and student seniority.

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“…In dentistry, clinical microscopy has improved endodontic practice because it provides a better visual field and makes procedures easier and safer (16,17). In addition, clinical microscopy can reveal canal entrances that are difficult to identify during conventional clinical procedures (18). This study compared the effectiveness of clinical observation, clinical microscopic observation, and tooth-clearing technique in determining the number of canals in mandibular incisors.…”

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