What is Dental Endodntic File

What is Dental Endodntic File?

Endodontic files and reamers are surgical instruments used by dentists when performing root canal treatment. These tools are used to clean and shape the root canal, with the concept being to perform complete chemomechanical debridement of the root canal to the length of the apical foramen.

Dental Endodntic file included: K file, H file, Reamer, spreader, plugger, C+file...

Files are fabricated from wire that is square in cross-section and then twisted. Reamers are made from wire that is triangular in cross-section and then twisted.

What is the use of C file in endodontics?

Dent C Plus files facilitate the work done during the initial permeabilization of the root canal. These files have a greater resistance to torsion than conventional files and facilitate both the location of canal orifices and easy access to the apical third.

How are endodontic files sterilized?

The endodontic files sterilized by autoclaving in an instrument box at 121°C for 15 minutes