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What is the major disadvantage of using Carbon Steel endodontic instruments?
What is the major disadvantage of using Carbon Steel endodontic instruments?
- Higher cost compared to other alloys
- Extremely flexible and difficult to control
- Prone to corrosion and rust (correct)
- Poor cutting efficiency
Which alloy used for endodontic instruments has a composition of 55% nickel and 45% titanium?
Which alloy used for endodontic instruments has a composition of 55% nickel and 45% titanium?
- HyFlex CM NiTi Files
- Stainless Steel
- Nickel-Titanium (correct)
- Carbon Steel
What is the advantage of Stainless Steel endodontic instruments?
What is the advantage of Stainless Steel endodontic instruments?
- Low modulus of elasticity
- Shape memory
- Good resiliency
- Corrosion resistance (correct)
Why are Nickel-Titanium endodontic instruments considered superior to Stainless Steel in terms of flexibility?
Why are Nickel-Titanium endodontic instruments considered superior to Stainless Steel in terms of flexibility?
What is a common disadvantage of Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel endodontic instruments?
What is a common disadvantage of Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel endodontic instruments?
What is the initial form of a hand-operated endodontic instrument before it is modified into a tapered tool?
What is the initial form of a hand-operated endodontic instrument before it is modified into a tapered tool?
What is a common mistake to avoid when using nickel-titanium rotary endodontic instruments?
What is a common mistake to avoid when using nickel-titanium rotary endodontic instruments?
Which type of instrument damage is classified as Type III according to Sotokowa's classification?
Which type of instrument damage is classified as Type III according to Sotokowa's classification?
What is recommended for inducing a desirable working area in the oral cavity?
What is recommended for inducing a desirable working area in the oral cavity?
Which action should be avoided during nickel-titanium rotary endodontic instrument use?
Which action should be avoided during nickel-titanium rotary endodontic instrument use?
What should be done before, during, and after using endodontic files?
What should be done before, during, and after using endodontic files?
Which behavior is not advised when using endodontic instruments?
Which behavior is not advised when using endodontic instruments?
What is the purpose of placing a rubber dam napkin between the dam and the patient's skin?
What is the purpose of placing a rubber dam napkin between the dam and the patient's skin?
In root canal treatment, what is the biological goal related to microorganisms in the root canal system?
In root canal treatment, what is the biological goal related to microorganisms in the root canal system?
How have rotary NiTi instruments impacted root canal treatments?
How have rotary NiTi instruments impacted root canal treatments?
What is a key advantage of using a rubber dam in root canal treatment?
What is a key advantage of using a rubber dam in root canal treatment?
Why is the selection of clamp important in the context of applying a rubber dam?
Why is the selection of clamp important in the context of applying a rubber dam?
What is the purpose of a clamp with wings in endodontic procedures?
What is the purpose of a clamp with wings in endodontic procedures?
What is the clinical classification of instruments used for access opening in endodontic treatment?
What is the clinical classification of instruments used for access opening in endodontic treatment?
What is the purpose of a moving table clamp with holes of different diameters?
What is the purpose of a moving table clamp with holes of different diameters?
Which ISO color coding is unique and only available in #06 size?
Which ISO color coding is unique and only available in #06 size?
What is the specification for the cutting blades of Ingle's Original Recommendation?
What is the specification for the cutting blades of Ingle's Original Recommendation?
Which type of clamp is recommended for endodontic purposes?
Which type of clamp is recommended for endodontic purposes?
Which materials are rubber dam clamps usually made up of?
Which materials are rubber dam clamps usually made up of?
Which shape of the tip is specified in Ingle's Original Recommendation for endodontic instruments?
Which shape of the tip is specified in Ingle's Original Recommendation for endodontic instruments?
What is the function of a flexible elastic material used during rubber dam application?
What is the function of a flexible elastic material used during rubber dam application?
Which group of cleaning and shaping instruments do Sonic and UltraSonic Instruments fall under according to ISO-FDI classification?
Which group of cleaning and shaping instruments do Sonic and UltraSonic Instruments fall under according to ISO-FDI classification?
What is the purpose of using clamps in in-office vital or non-vital bleaching procedures?
What is the purpose of using clamps in in-office vital or non-vital bleaching procedures?
Which type of endodontic instrument is used specifically to remove pulp tissue?
Which type of endodontic instrument is used specifically to remove pulp tissue?
