Publications by authors named "Vlad Mircea Lup"
Article Synopsis
- The introduction of nickel-titanium rotary instruments has transformed endodontic procedures by creating well-tapered shapes and minimizing operator fatigue, although they come with a high fracture risk due to bending and torsional stress.
- The review aims to summarize glide path preparation methods and their implications for endodontic success, including the reduction of procedural errors and improved treatment outcomes.
- A comprehensive analysis of 116 articles reveals that glide paths decrease root canal transportation and reduce immediate postoperative pain, but more randomized trials are essential to determine their overall impact on treatment success.
Objectives: The article's aim is to test if rotary or reciprocating glide path influences the overall performance of WaveOne Gold in S-shaped canals.
Methods: Sixty endo training blocks with an S-shape curvature were divided into three groups based on the glide path method used: no glide path; glide path preparation with ProGlider; glide path preparation with WaveOne Gold Glider. All blocks were then shaped with WaveOne Gold Primary.