A Digital Microscopic Evaluation of the Induction of Dentinal Micro-cracks after Canal Preparation with Rotary and Reciprocating NiTi Systems in vitro
Published: 2023-07-01
Page: 124-131
Issue: 2023 - Volume 6 [Issue 2]
Suliman Abdullah Alnujaidi *
Al Yamamah Hospital, Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Shibu Thomas Mathew
Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Riyadh Elm University, Saudi Arabia.
Mohammad Al-Omari
Restorative Dentistry Department, Riyadh Elm University, Saudi Arabia.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Aim of the Study: This study aims to assess the induction of dentinal microcracks by different NiTi systems and to compare rotary and reciprocating systems.
Methodology: Fifty teeth were selected and divided into five groups. Each group was instrumented according to the manufacturer's specifications and was performed by a single operator. The teeth were then sectioned and viewed under a digital microscope. The study aimed to compare the performance of four different instruments.
Results: No cracks were detected in the control group. The Hyflex EDM produced the highest number of cracks in 4mm (70%), and the highest number of cracks in total (43.3%). ProTaper Universal produced the least number of cracks (16.6%). WaveOne and WaveOne Gold both produced cracks (30%).
Conclusion: Within the limitation of this in vitro study, all the instruments produced microcracks. The Hyflex EDM produced higher cracks in the mid-root section. There was no significant difference in the incidence of microcracks between the four systems or between rotary and reciprocating systems.
Keywords: Dentinal microcracks, NiTi systems, reciprocating systems, Hyflex EDM