After nearly 31 years since the introduction of Nickel Titanium Rotary Files to endodontics, we’ve learned
much about the clinical strengths and limitations of these great instruments. As a result of recent
improvements in metallurgy, enhanced designs, and innovative rotary file motions, we now need to
understand how these changes affect clinical instrumentation and our ability to prevent or treat apical
periodontitis. In parallel to improvements in instrumentation technology, root canal obturation has been
revolutionized in sealer technology. These obturation improvements are allowing more efficient obturation
techniques at lower costs. Finally, combining improvements on both instrumentation and obturation front
is now allowing us to achieve predictable long-term success in endodontic treatment. During this
presentation, Dr. Fleury will talk about these topics with specific emphasis on access, irrigation,
instrumentation, and obturation.
During this lecture participants will learn:
Learn how rotary file design, metallurgy and motion influences instrumentation safety and
efficiency.
Comprehend the advantages of bioceramic based obturation and clinical techniques for its
implementation.
3. Discover how instrumentation and obturation protocols can be combined as a
comprehensive system to achieve both efficiency and predictability in most clinical
situations.
