Safa - lecture 6

What is the role of the apex locator in endodontics?

Why is it important to measure the working length accurately in root canal treatment?

When considering the anatomy of the apex, which point should the treatment ideally end?

What is defined as the working length in endodontics?

How is the estimated working length typically determined?

What common mistake can occur when interpreting the working length in extracted teeth?

Which of the following is NOT a component of the working length determination process in endodontics?

What is the primary reason for removing the smear layer before obturation?

Which of the following statements about canal preparation is true?

What role do antimicrobial irritants play in root canal treatment?

Why can't canal preparation simply be viewed as a mechanical function?

What is a significant drawback of the smear layer within the canal system?

What is the primary purpose of the lip clip in the apex locator system?

Why is tactile sensation not a reliable method for determining working length in root canal treatment?

In which condition can an apex locator still function effectively for determining working length?

What characteristic of an apex locator allows it to measure the distance to the apex?

What should be done if the file is over-extended beyond the apex by more than 2 mm?

Which of the following is a limitation of using an apex locator?

How does an apex locator indicate that the file is at the correct working length?

What is the function of the paper point in historical methods of determining working length?

What procedure should be followed if the file is found to be under-extended by 7 mm during a radiographic check?

What is the primary purpose of shaping the root canal system during endodontic treatment?

What is the consequence of failing to properly obturate the root canal?

Which of the following statements regarding root canal treatment is incorrect?

What does the principle of 'cleaning' in endodontics entail?

According to Dr. Herbert Schilder, what is a consequence of having unshaped canals?

What is the role of gutta percha in endodontic treatment?

During endodontic treatment, what should be done after performing chemo-mechanical treatment?

What is the desired outcome of thorough endodontic treatment?

What can happen if the temporary restoration falls out after endodontic treatment?

What does the term 'timely' imply in relation to coronal restoration?

What is the maximum enlargement recommended for the canal when placing rubber stops on Gates-Glidden drills?

What should be done with the #4 Gates-Glidden drill after the rubber stop is set?

How is the distance set for the #3 Gates-Glidden drill in relation to the #4 Gates-Glidden drill?

What is the primary direction of shaping the root canal in the crown-down technique?

What is one of the advantages of the crown-down instrumentation technique?

What should be done before entering the apical part of the canal in the crown-down technique?

Which morphological factor can complicate root canal preparation?

During the procedure with Gates-Glidden drills, what must instruments do in relation to the canal walls?

What is the purpose of setting the rubber stop on the Gates-Glidden drills at different distances?

What is a key reason for combining step back and crown down techniques?

The apex locator is primarily used to measure the width of the root canal.

Working length in endodontics refers to the precise location where root canal preparation should not exceed 3 mm beyond the apical foramen.

The estimated working length is solely based on the actual measurement of the root canal using a K file.

File placement within the root canal should ideally reach up to the apex of the root for optimal treatment.

During root canal treatment, if the file is seen to be exiting the tooth, it indicates proper working length.

Working length measurement is considered a critical step in root canal preparation.

A periapical radiograph is taken only after the access cavity has been created in order to measure working length.

Watch winding involves a continuous clockwise rotation of the instrument.

Reaming can be safely performed by rotating the instrument 360º to enlarge the canal space.

Circumferential filing is only appropriate for canals that are round and smaller in size.

The Balanced Force technique involves rotating flexible K files with cutting tips a quarter-turn counterclockwise.

Anti-curvature filing aims to remove more dentine from the inner curve than the outer curve of a root canal.

Gutta percha is used to fill unshaped canals effectively.

Mechanical instrumentation in the canal is done after cavity preparation to remove tissues and microorganisms.

The term 'timely' in relation to coronal restoration means the restoration should be done as quickly as possible to avoid complications.

All bacteria can be completely eliminated from the root canal system during treatment.

Obturating an open canal can lead to bacterial growth and patient discomfort.

Widening the root canal only makes it easier to deliver irrigation and obturation instruments.

Ensuring that all tissues and microorganisms are removed is a critical biologic objective of root canal treatment.

Dr. Herbert Schilder believes that unshaped canals can be effectively cleaned during treatment.

Success in endodontic treatment relies solely on mechanical instrumentation.

After obtaining a good seal with gutta percha, the temporary restoration does not need to be replaced immediately.

An apex locator can be accurately used in wet pulp chambers.

If the file length is over-extended by up to 2 mm, a radiograph is always required to confirm the working length.

The lip clip of the apex locator is placed on the same side as the rubber dam during a procedure.

Tactile sensation was used historically for determining working length with anesthesia administered.

Apex locators measure resistance or impedance change between hard and soft tissues.

Confirmational radiographs must be taken before using the apex locator to ensure accurate readings.

Apex locators have an accuracy ranging from 70% to 100% depending on the distance from the apex.

Paper points were historically used for checking working length, and they are still in common use today.

The visual display of an apex locator reaches zero when the file touches the periapical tissues.

The canal shaping process should maintain a cross-sectional diameter that is wider at every point apically.

The master cone is the largest file that reaches the apical constriction without damaging the canal anatomy.

The primary goal of canal shaping is to facilitate cleaning and provide space for filling materials.

The shaping of the canal should flow against the natural shape of the original canal.

Training your fingers for tactile sensation is unnecessary during the root canal treatment process.

In order to maintain proper canal shaping, one should increase the size of files as they move coronally from the access cavity.

The foramen position in the canal shaping process should be as wide as practical.

The process of shaping a canal will result in a structure resembling an upright Eiffel Tower.

Regular cleaning of the file flutes is essential for efficient root canal treatment.

The shaping technique does not require pre-curving files near the tip for effectiveness.