Tips on Choosing Right Endodontic Motor for Your Dental Practice

March 06, 2020, oyodentaluk

The endodontic motors are devices designed to facilitate the endodontic process, since they allow the use of mechanically driven files. This allows the endodontist a greater speed and convenience in the preparation of the endodontic canals. The endodontic motors are composed of a central body that controls the device, a micro motor, a contraangulo to which the different files are adapted, and sometimes a pedal that allows us to control the different functions with the foot.

With the advancements in Endodontics and technologies, root canal treatment is becoming easier, more time efficient and more patient friendly. With several different Endodontic motors in the marketplace how do you choose the best motor for your practice and patients.

File Library
Purchasing a motor with an open file library platform gives you the flexible to use the file systems of your choice. It also allows you the opportunity to use different file systems for specific cases, not every scenario and patient requires the same treatment.  Looking for a motor that gives you the option to upgrade file systems is also a great feature to keep your motor current.

Rotary and Reciprocating Endodontics
Not all endodontic motors allow you the flexibility to use the latest technology like reciprocating systems. Research studies have shown that:
Reciprocation offers equal or improved cutting efficiency as rotary
Reciprocating files preserve original canal anatomy
Reduces time taken to shape canal

Torque and Speed Control
Choosing a motor that has speed and torque set at manufacturers recommendations is necessary to have complete control over your endodontic procedure. Using motors without these values set can compromise your treatment and may cause damage by instrument breakages.

Safety Features
Choose a motor that allows you to reduce the risk of compromised treatment. A great safety feature to look for in motors is the Auto Reverse functions. This function is highly recommended as it allows your file to reverse in the opposite direction should the torque limit be reached. This helps reduce the load on the rotary file and reduces file breakage, ledging and perforating.

Cordless Motors
Cordless motors are an excellent choice if you require a motor for portability, you have several treatment areas, hence you can move from room to room or you require a unit to take to GA or a nursing home.

The most updated endodontic motors have the function of alternate or reciprocating rotation, so they are most recommended to use for the ease of use that saves time. They also allow safe and efficient preparation of the ducts. You can even purchase endodontic motors that include files, paper tips and other complementary materials and instruments. Visit to learn more about the link Endodontic motors kit.

What about you? What other considerations did you take into account before buying your endodontic engine? Share your experience with us through our social networks. Also If you have any problem in choosing endo obturation system you can feel free to contact us.

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