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Factors Affecting the Success of Endodontic Instrument Fragment Retrieval: An Impact of Anatomical and Clinical
Prasanti Kumari Pradhan1, Ashtha Arya2, Sanjit Kumar Sahoo3
1Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, KIIT Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Background:
Fractured endodontic instruments can obstruct canal disinfection, affecting treatment outcomes, with retrieval success dependent on various factors.
Aim:
This study aims to evaluate the success rates of different retrieval techniques for fractured instruments and the impact of anatomical, clinical, and procedural factors.
Materials And Methods:
An in vitro study using extracted human teeth assessed retrieval success based on various factors and compared the effectiveness of different retrieval techniques.
Results:
Root curvature, fragment location, and instrument type significantly influenced retrieval success, with magnification improving outcomes.
Conclusion:
Anatomical, clinical, and procedural factors should guide retrieval technique selection, with magnification and controlled methods improving success rates.
