Abstract

Totally or partially calcified canals present a constant challenge in clinical endodontics. Negotiating obliterated canals could be from difficult to nearly impossible. The risk of procedurals accidents, such as perforation and instrument separation, is high. However, under the magnification provided by a dental operating microscope the whole procedure of dealing with obliterated canals could become very predictable. Complete root canal space obliteration associated with apical periodontitis is relatively rare. This lecture is designed to help the clinician deal predictably with challenging cases of partial or diffuse calcification in Endodontics and blocked canals.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the Challenges of Calcified Canals involved in negotiating obliterated canals, including the high risk of procedural accidents such as perforation and instrument separation.
• Develop skills to handle challenging cases of partial or diffuse calcification in endodontics, including strategies for successfully negotiating and unblocking calcified canals.
• Describe a new technique with specially designed files to penetrate through calcified canals
• Focus on acquiring techniques and procedures that enable clinicians to deal predictably with blocked and calcified canals, enhancing treatment outcomes and minimizing the risk of complications.