Root canal treatment is a technique sensitive procedure requiring just not the sound knowledge of different root canal anatomies, its variations but also expertise in performing the procedure & use of an array of equipment’s, instruments, materials, gels & solutions. Of the many and many products available we have enlisted here top 5 must haves in your armamentarium.

1. Apex Locator
2. Endo Motor
3. Bioceramic Sealer
4. Irrigation Needles
5. Rotary Files

Lets look at them one by one:

Apex Locator

This tops the list as it brings following advantages to the root canal treatment procedure

• Apex Locators are highly recommended primarily because of the accuracy it brings to the measurement of working length in root canal.
• These are useful & reliable aids in detecting & locating root canal perforations.
• Minimizes radiation exposure
• Enhanced success rate
• Better preservation of tooth structure
• Reduced risk of complications

J Morita is the Gold Standard of Apex Locators, other notable products  from Woodpecker like Woodpex 3 & Woodpex 5 & Micropex from Waldent  produce reliable results.

Endomotors

Using Endomotor brings a host of advantages to both operator as well as patient. Many products provide auto-reverse & auto-stop function with preset programs or modes with different torque & speed settings.

• Reduces operator fatigue
• Improves accuracy
• Better patient experience
• Help preserve more tooth structure

Endomotors are corded as well as cordless or handheld. NSK Endomate DT & X-SMART corded endomotors are amongst the well established products but we recommend good hand held endomotors because of the convenience of use.

Bioceramic Sealers

Upgrading to Bioceramic sealers from ZnO or Resin sealers provides  a series of advantages like it prevents staining of Dentinal tubules & irritation in PA region but more importantly it prevents systemic & local allergic reactions. It also has a healing effect & some antimicrobial activity. NT BIOCERA FLO is a Bioceramic sealer available in premixed single syringe system designed for direct as well as indirect technique. When used indirect way the controlled flow helps perform upto 40 cases in a single syringe.

Irrigation Needles

It is highly recommended to upgrade to Double Side Vented Irrigation needles. NT ENDO IRRIGATION NEEDLES are such double sided vented irrigation needles made of polypropylene & designed for high flexibility to follow canal morphology & reach apex. They provide uniform, robust & powerful irrigation but be cautious as not to engage the needle in apex or push in apex.

Rotary Files

It is highly recommended to upgrade to rotary files from Hand held SS files. A rotary file provides efficiency, accuracy, less file breakage & causes less fatigue to operator as well as comfortable for patient as it significantly reduces chair time. NT ENDO provides a complete range of endodontic files as per indications & requirements of different canal anatomies & root canal procedures. When it is used with proper root canal & sterilization protocols are designed for long life.

NT MAGIC PATH files with its small 3% taper & high flexibility are indicated for establishing Glide Path in curved canals. They come in 3 different sizes, size 12 for severe narrow curved canals, size 15 for moderate curved canals, size 19 for mild narrow curved canals

NT RAINBOW S files are world first Titanium Nano coated RC files, with its S cross section & variable pitch design it ensures high flexibility yet efficient cutting & less chances of fracture. These are indicated for curved canals & come in different lengths of 21mm, 25mm & 31mm.

NT ENDO GOLD PRO files are advanced Heat treated NiTi files designed for high resistance to cyclic fatigue & can be used for routine root canal procedures.