Page 12 - The Beauty and Sorrow in Endodontics-Chapter 2
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Case 22


            Coronal seal and apical seal are equally important in ensuring



            the success and longevity of root canal treatment





















                 (Fig 22A)                                       (Fig 22B)

                 Gross coronal caries require impeccable         Copper  band  is  a  good  option  for
                 pre-treatment  or  else  there  may  be         pre-treatment  as  it  is  sturdier  than
                 inadequate     volume      of    sodium         resin  buildup  and  more  convenient

                 hypochlorite  bathing  the  pulp  chamber       than fabricating a temporary crown.

                 to disinfect the root canal system.




                                                                                (Fig 22D)
                                                                                Once  the  correct  size  of

                                                                                copper  band  is  selected,
                                                                                finer  adjustments  can  be
                                                                                made after heat treatment
                                                                                to ensure good adaptation
                                                                                to the tooth.


                   (Fig 22C)

                   Copper  bands  are  hollow
                   tubes  that  soften  upon

                   heat treatment.


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