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  • Endodontics
  • Dental Imaging
  • Biomaterials

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  • Hard-tissue debris accumulates in complex root canal anatomy after preparation.
  • Effective debris removal is crucial for successful endodontic treatment.
  • Existing methods for debris quantification are limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a novel method for longitudinal identification, measurement, and 3D mapping of hard-tissue debris.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of different irrigation protocols on debris removal.
  • To utilize free image processing software for debris analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Three mandibular molars with type II canal configuration and wide isthmuses were selected.
  • Experimental groups included 5.25% sodium hypochlorite + 17% EDTA, bidistilled water, and no irrigation.
  • High-resolution scans and free software were used to quantify debris in canal and isthmus areas.

Main Results:

  • No irrigation resulted in 34.6% debris volume; bidistilled water reduced it to 16%.
  • Sodium hypochlorite followed by EDTA reduced debris to 11.3%.
  • Debris accumulation increased closer to the isthmus, irrespective of irrigation.

Conclusions:

  • The described method enables accurate calculation of debris volume in root canals and isthmuses.
  • Free software packages are effective tools for image analysis and reconstruction in endodontics.
  • Optimized irrigation protocols are essential for minimizing debris in challenging root canal anatomy.