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Cutting efficiency of Reciproc and waveOne reciprocating instruments
Gianluca Plotino1, Alessio Giansiracusa Rubini1, Nicola M Grande1
1Department of Endodontics, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Journal of Endodontics
|July 30, 2014
Summary
Reciproc instruments show superior cutting efficiency compared to WaveOne files. This study evaluated the performance of these two reciprocating endodontic instruments in a simulated clinical setting.
Area of Science:
- Endodontics
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Reciproc and WaveOne are novel reciprocating instruments used in endodontic treatments.
- Evaluating their cutting efficiency is crucial for clinical application.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the cutting efficiency of Reciproc and WaveOne reciprocating instruments.
- To assess the impact of different activation programs on instrument performance.
Main Methods:
- Twenty-four Reciproc R25 and 24 WaveOne Primary files were tested.
- Instruments were activated using a torque-controlled motor with four different program combinations.
- Cutting efficiency was measured by the length of a Plexiglas block cut in one minute.
Main Results:
- Reciproc R25 demonstrated significantly greater cutting efficiency than WaveOne Primary, irrespective of the activation program.
- Reciproc instruments showed higher cutting efficiency when used with their designated reciprocating motion.
- No significant difference in cutting efficiency was observed between the two activation programs for either instrument type.
Conclusions:
- Reciproc instruments exhibit superior cutting efficiency compared to WaveOne instruments.
- The choice of reciprocating instrument significantly impacts cutting efficiency in root canal preparation.
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