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Combining an endo motor with an apex locator offers several benefits during root canal treatment:
Accurate Measurements: The apex locator provides precise measurements of the root canal length, reducing the risk of over- or under-instrumentation. This helps the dentist ensure that the entire canal is thoroughly cleaned and shaped.
Enhanced Safety: The use of an apex locator reduces the risk of instrumenting beyond the apex, which can cause damage to the surrounding tissues or result in post-operative complications.
Improved Efficiency: The endo motor's controlled movements, combined with accurate length measurements from the apex locator, allow for more efficient and predictable root canal treatment. The dentist can work more confidently, knowing the exact position of the file tip within the canal.
Patient Comfort: The use of an endo motor with an apex locator can reduce chair time for the patient, as the procedure becomes more efficient. Additionally, the accurate measurements help minimize the need for additional appointments or retreatment.
Endo Motor: An endo motor, short for endodontic motor, is a specialized electric handpiece used by dentists during root canal procedures. It is designed to control the speed and torque of endodontic files used to clean and shape the root canal system. The endo motor provides precise and controlled movements, making it easier for the dentist to navigate the canal and remove infected tissue.
Apex Locator: An apex locator is a device used to measure the length of the root canal accurately. It helps determine the working length, which is the distance from the reference point (usually the coronal reference point) to the root apex. Apex locators work based on the principle of electrical resistance. They use a small electrical current that passes between the file in the canal and a lip clip or electrode placed in the patient's mouth. By measuring the resistance, the apex locator can determine the position of the file tip within the root canal.
Technical Parameters | Details |
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Operation | Forward(Clockwise Rotation), Reverse(Counter Clockwise Rotation), Reciprocation |
Gear ratio | 6:1 |
Torque range | 0.5 - 4.0N.cm |
Model | 11 |
Application | Endodontic Root Canal Treatment |
Speed range | 120-1000rpm |
Reciprocating angle range | 30°,60°,90°,150°,180°,210°,250°,370° |
Power supply | 3.7V 1900mAh ±10% |
Charger power supply | AC100-240V,50/60Hz |