Effect of Different Glide Path Establishing Systems on Apically Extruded Debris in Curved Root Canals: An Study.

Background: Glide path establishment is a critical step in endodontic treatment, particularly in curved root canals, as it facilitates safe and effective canal shaping. The apically extruded debris during this process can cause postoperative complications, including pain and inflammation.

Materials And Methods: In this study, 60 extracted human mandibular molars with curved mesial roots were selected and randomly divided into three groups (n = 20) based on the glide path establishment system used: Group A (manual stainless steel K-files), Group B (rotary PathFiles), and Group C (reciprocating R-Pilot files).