Handy Tips

Use of chlorhexidine may be contra-indicated after the use of sodium hypochlorite or EDTA in a root canal. A useful end-cutting bur for access-cavity preparation. A useful 'hybrid' technique for preparing curved root canals. A handy check list if using K files to prepare a curved root canal. Use of a paper cup to handle splatter from an air abrasion/water spray unit. Use of a fishing-line splint to stabilise poor-prognosis lower anterior teeth. Sectional removal of the root of a splinted lower anterior tooth without disturbing the crown. Utilising the palatal canal for a post and core in a root-filled upper first premolar tooth.