Endodontics Materials Flashcards
Name the 8 functions of endodontic irrigants?
Lubricate files to facilitate passage into canalWet canal walls and flush debrisContain any dentinal shavings in suspension so facilitating their removal from canals (prevents apical impaction of debris)Facilitate dissolution of organic materRemove smear layerAid cleaning of area inaccessible to mechanical cleansing methodsDisinfect RCSNeutralise endotoxins
Name the 2 groups of endodontic irrigants?
Clean and expose bacterial contaminatesUsed to disinfect RCS
Name 2 irrigants for cleaning?
EDTACitric acid
What is the definition of citric acid?
Chelating agentRemoves calcified tissue and detach biofilms from root canal walls10-50%
What is the definition of EDTA?
Synthetic aa or Na salt of EDTAethylenediamine tetra-acetic acidDemineralise and soften root canal wall dentine by 20-50umNeither cidal or staticKill bacteria by starving from metal ions (chelates metal ions)Non-toxicNon-corrosiveNot effective against smear layer alone15-17%Never mix with NaOCl
Name a commercial product of EDTA?
ENdo-Solution EDTA Cerkamed dental-medical
What is the function of EDTA gel?
Coat endodontic filesLubricate and removes smear layer making canal prep easier and fasterIncreased viscosity is better for holding debris in suspension
What is the definition of EDTA gel?
Contains carbamide or urea peroxide causing effervesceElevator action helps to remove debrisBubbles when in contact with NaOClOxygen kills anaerobic bacteria
Name a commercially available EDTA gel?
Glyde File PrepDentsply MailleferEDTA + carbamide peroxide
When should you not use chelating materials?
Initially to negotiate canals as a false can may be cut iatrogenically
How should you use chelating materials within the root canals?
Thoroughly washed from RCS as retention will continue softening the dentineAre self-limitingChelating + disinfecting irrigantProvides a cleaner surface
Name 4 types of irrigants for disinfection?
NaOClIodine potassium iodineChlorhexidineOther potent phenolic disinfecting agentsHigh bactericidal concentrations close to toxic dose
What is the definition of NaOCl?
Potent organic tissue solvent that is proteolytic and dissolves necrotic organic materialReleases free CL which has bactericidal effectsCl breaks peptide bonds dissolving proteins into aasAas degraded by hydrolysis by chloramine molChloramines are antibacterialOxidising and hydrolysing agentpH> 11No effect on smear layer (Ca)High pH denatures proteinsHydroxyl ions damage bacterial lipid and membranes + DNA
Explain how to use NaOCl?
Breaks down components during useMust be replaced as i loses its efficacyDwell time of at least 30 minsBiofilm must be disrupted to reach bacteriaCanal must be flushed long after canal prep has ceased for this disinfectant to be effective
What are the components of the NaOCl solution?
No diff between 0.5-5% solutions for antibacterial effectsBut efficiency of weak solutions decreases rapidlyHigh conc disinfecting process is faster, untoward damage can occur, as it is more toxicMore effective if solution is warmed, as more Cl is released
What are the characteristics of NaOCl?
High surface tension than water, so does not wet canal wellWalls are not fully covered and the full biofilm may not by disruptedHigher conc = thicker solNot effective at killing all microorganismsEnterococcus faecalis can’t be killed
When using NaOCl, what should you be wary about?
Bleaching clothesUnpleasant tasteIrritant to eyes, skin and oral mucosaBleaching will lighten any stained tooth tissue
Name 2 commercially available NaOCl?
Parcan Sol (Septodont) 3%Chlorax (CerKamed Dental-Medical) 2% or 5.25%
Why is Chlorhexidine digluconate better than NaOCl?
Kills microorganisms that NAOCl can’tSafer
Explain how chlorhexidine digluconate works?
Binds to hydroxyapatite on the root canal wallsUsed as final soakGood substantivity of about 12 hrs after application
What reaction occurs between Chlorhexidine digluconate and NaOCl?
Acid-base reaction seen with NaOCl forming an insoluble precipitate 4-chloroanilineStains dentineCarcinogenicDifficult to remove (can block canals)Can be overcome by irrigating with sterile waterCHX breaks down when heated to form PCA
Name 2 commercially alleviable chlorhexidine digluconate products?
R4 (Septodont) 20% in denatured alcoholGluco-Chex 2.0% (Cerkamed Dental-Medical)
Name 2 forms a chlorhexidine digluconate gel?
Hibiscrub (Regent Medical) 4%Gluco-Chex 2.0% Gel (Cerkamed Dental-Medical)
What is the definition of Iodine Potassium Iodide?
Organic and releases iodineIodine is a potent antibacterial agent with broad spectrum actionBact/fung/tuberculo/vuru and sporicidalEffective for 2 daysPenetrate dentinal tubules
Explain how Iodine Potassium Iodide works?
Attacks proteins, nucleotides and FAs leading to cell deathLow tox, but patient allergic to iodine
What is the formulation of Iodine Potassium Iodide?
Irrigating sol 2% iodine in 4% aqueous potassium iodide such as Videne (Adams)
What is the definition of H202?
Degrades to form water and oxygen producing hydroxyl free radicalsEffective against bacteria, yeasts and viruses as it attack the proteins and DNANot reduce bacterial load in RCS significantlyOxygen may penetrate into periarticular tissues causing surgical emphysema due to effervesceNot used in contemporary endo
What is the definition of hypochlorous acid?
Less toxic than NaOClSimilar to NaOClDissociates in sol into hypochlorite ions but the reduced level of discolouration compared to NaOCl means that any adverse effects are reducedNaOCl is more efficient as more Cl is available between the sol of same conc
What is the definition of electronically activated water?
Sol of hypochlorous acidGenerated via process of electrolysis from water and NaCl by an electrochemical deviceSafer than other solution as if less irritant if extruded into he periradicular tissuesCidalpH 5-7Sterilox
Name and give characteristics of non-active irrigants?
Sterile waterLA solutionLubricate files and carries sward in solNo disinfectant propNot recommended for sole irrigant
What is the definition of a co-irrigant?
More than 1 irrigant to enhance effectUsually consist of an acid or chelating agent + NaOCldissolve smear and assist in biofilm destruction + disinfect
What is the definition of Ozone?
Sterilising of water suppliesSterilising agentEffective and toxic dose very closeGas delivered down a handpiece
Explain how the Ozone device works?
Area sealed from the surroundings and residual gas is drawn back to the generator and neutralised using a Pl filterDeliver ozone down fine tip directly into canal for very short time
Name 2 device names for Ozone?
Healozone CurOzoneProzone W%H
What is the definition of bacterial photodynamic therapy?
Impossible to consistently disinfect enter RCS due to:- anatomy- disinfectants are ineffective against some organismsCombo of photo-sensitiser and specific wavelength is effect against all oral microorganisms
What is the definition of a photo-sensitiser?
Different wavelengths of activationTolonium Cl (relative of toluidine blue O)Conc between 13-80 ug/mlLower surface tension so can wet and penetrate into the dentinal tubulesNo problem with extracanal extrusion
What is the definition of a light source?
Laser diode or LEDRed light at 635nm +/- 2nmLight exists photo-sensitiser molsMinimal heatLight delivered via a tapered endodontic tip
Explain the mechanism of action for Bacterial PDT?
Photo-sensitiser is preferentially taken up by rapidly dividing cells such as microorganismsChemical must be in contact or in very close proximity to bacteriaTaken up by the liposomes on cell wallsWhen light energy is applied photo-sensitisermolecule becomes excited and free oxygen radicalsproduced Singlet oxygen species is a protoplasmic poisonwhich causes oxidative injury to bacterial cell wall Leads to death of microorganismPhoto-sensitiser returns to its unexcited state -causes no further effect when light switched offNo collateral damage seen to any surroundingtissuesResistant strains cannot be build upBoth light and photo-sensitiser are ineffectivewhen used separately.Also viricidal and fungicidal
Name 2 commercially available bacterial PDT?
CumdentPACTCumdente Dental Concepts Laser diodePAD Plus Denfotex Research LED
What is the aim of root canal preparation?
Remove as many microorganisms as possibleShape root canal to provide a uniform sized dead space to facilitate its subsequent obturation using stand sixed cones of plastic material and its adaptation to root canal walls to achieve a sealAvoid ledges, perforations zips and canal transportation
What are metal files used for?
Remove:- necrotic material from lumen of root canals- hard tissue from root canal walls- microorganisms that have penetrated dentinal tubuleFacilitate penetration of disinfecting agents so they reach the microorganisms in RCS
What force to files exert onto the RCS?
All files tend to straighten within a curved canal and exert a lateral force on the root canal wall
How can files be different?
ShapeTapersLengthCuttingNon-cutting tipsSade edgedColour/number coded
name 2 types of endodontic files?
Hand - composed of stainless steel or nickel-titaniumRotary - only nickel-titanium in a speed-reducing, torque controlled handpiece
Describe the anatomy of an endodontic file?
Both have cutting edges along the length of the fileHandle/attachment for drillSilicone stop
Explain how the cutting edge of the endodontic file cuts?
Cuts when its radial lands are in contact with canal wallLead angle determines cutting efficiencyRadial land areas required for conventional helically fluted files because they prevent the file from over-engagement in the canalLock of radial land areas reduces frictionFile may fracture if suddenly engagedRadial lands are important for files that have +ve rake anglesDesigned so that radial lands can’t screw themselves into wallDebris directed towards coronal canal so not compacted apically
What is the definition of a rake angle?
Angle of action of the cutting blade us similar to a snow plough which is forces downwards towards surface of road
What is the definition of stainless steel files?
Alloy of iron, carbon and chromium + nickelForms an invisible passivation layer of chromium oxide on surface when exposed to airIf scratched, code later rapidly reforms preventing degradePrevents rusting in presence of water
How are stainless steel files manufactured?
Machine shaped directly from a stainless steel wireMachined into a blank of the desired shapeGreater # of twists greater the work hardening
What are the stainless steel file properties?
Do not bend easilyBend file prior to introductionBending instrument will further work harden the metal making it more brittle leading to fracture
What is the definition of a nickel-titanium files (NiTi)
500% more flexible than stainless steel and 3 times strongerCorrosion resistantHand and rotary instruments available