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. 2024 Aug 25;16(8):e67762.
doi: 10.7759/cureus.67762. eCollection 2024 Aug.

Fracture Incidence of New Reciprocating Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) Files: A Cross-Sectional Retrospective Study

Youssef Algarni  1
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Fracture Incidence of New Reciprocating Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) Files: A Cross-Sectional Retrospective Study

Youssef Algarni. Cureus. .

Abstract

Aim This study aimed to evaluate the frequency of fractures in a new single-file reciprocating system used by endodontists. Methods Reciprocal systems were used to evaluate endodontist-treated patients' periapical radiographs and dental records. For the study, the kind of tooth, the quantity of root canals completed, the quantity of broken instruments, and the fragment's size were all recorded. A fracture risk calculation was made for every kind of tooth, root canal, and root third. The new reciprocating systems' fracture incidence was compared at a 5% significant level using the chi-squared test varied between 2 and 6 mm. Results There were a total of 5,066 root canals (2,128 teeth) from 1,818 patients. In single-file reciprocating systems, the incidence of fractured files relative to the number of instrumented canals was 22 (0.43%). The mesiobuccal root canal of mandibular molars and maxillary molars had the greatest breakage rates, which were 7 (36%) and 6 (27%), respectively. Conclusion The incidence of instrument fractures was lowered when linked to the usage of the Premium Blue reciprocating system in endodontic therapy.

Keywords: endodontic; files; fracture; premium blue files; reciprocation; root; root canal; rotary; tiadent.

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Conflict of interest statement

Human subjects: Consent was obtained or waived by all participants in this study. Animal subjects: All authors have confirmed that this study did not involve animal subjects or tissue. Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work.

Figures

Figure 1
Figure 1. Left side: fractured file in the apical region of the upper premolar. Right side: obturated canal.
Figure 2
Figure 2. Frequency distribution according to the instrument fracture from a single-file reciprocating system that occurred in the tooth
Figure 3
Figure 3. Percentage distribution according to the instrument fracture from a single-file reciprocating system that occurred in the tooth.
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