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In endodontics, what does overfilling refer to?
In endodontics, what does overfilling refer to?
- Extrusion of filling material beyond the apical foramen without achieving apical seal
- Total obturation of the root canal space with excess material beyond the apical foramen (correct)
- Canals filled to the apical junction without coinciding with the cementodentinal junction
- Incomplete filling of the canal space with voids left for recontamination
What is the purpose of the first dimensional seal in endodontic treatment?
What is the purpose of the first dimensional seal in endodontic treatment?
- To block influx of water and nutrients
- To establish a barrier to the passage of microorganisms
- To entomb surviving microbes (correct)
- To obturate the canal space
What is the main purpose of obturating a root canal in endodontic treatment?
What is the main purpose of obturating a root canal in endodontic treatment?
- To achieve total obliteration of canal space (correct)
- To eliminate excess tooth structure
- To create a radiographic appearance of a dense filling
- To achieve a continuously tapering funnel preparation
What is the significance of length control in endodontic obturation?
What is the significance of length control in endodontic obturation?
Why is underfilling undesirable in endodontic treatment?
Why is underfilling undesirable in endodontic treatment?
What should be reflected by an obturated root canal shape according to endodontic objectives?
What should be reflected by an obturated root canal shape according to endodontic objectives?
What is the specific learning objective related to root canal obturation?
What is the specific learning objective related to root canal obturation?
What is the main reason for obtaining a well-filled root canal system?
What is the main reason for obtaining a well-filled root canal system?
According to the American Association of Endodontics, what does obturation involve?
According to the American Association of Endodontics, what does obturation involve?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a basis for the success of endodontic treatment?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a basis for the success of endodontic treatment?
What is the definition of obturation according to the American Association of Endodontics?
What is the definition of obturation according to the American Association of Endodontics?
What is the purpose of well-filled root canals as part of endodontic treatment?
What is the purpose of well-filled root canals as part of endodontic treatment?
