ReviewCureus2024
Root Canal Instrumentation: Current Trends and Future Perspectives.
Review in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 18 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.
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Who cites it
18 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Rotations of teeth-a systematic review.Frontiers in oral health · 2024Pooled it
- Post-Operative Pain After Endodontic Instrumentation, Irrigation and Obturation: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews Published from 2016 to 2025.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Evaluation of irrigation activation techniques for root canal filling material removal in retreatment of 3D-printed curved canals.BMC oral health · 2026Article
- Evaluation of Single-Visit Post-endodontic Discomfort Using Three Different Rotary File Systems: An In Vivo Study.Cureus · 2026Article
- Comparative evaluation of irrigation techniques on dentin nanohardness, flexural strength, and chemical composition: an in vitro study.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- The conundrum of current endodontic disinfection strategies in microbial load reduction: a scoping review.BMC oral health · 2026Article
- Modifications of Resorbable Root Canal Filling Materials for Primary Teeth: A Systematic Review.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Comparative performance of ChatGPT, Gemini, and Deepseek on endodontic exam questions in Turkish and English.BMC oral health · 2026Article
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- Review
- Impact of Downward Load and Rotational Kinematics on Root Canal Instrumentation with a Heat-Treated Nickel-Titanium Rotary Instrument.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Diode Laser-Guided Protocol for Endo-Perio Lesions: Toward a Multi-Stage Therapeutic Strategy-A Case Series and Brief Literature Review.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2025Review
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- A Novel Niosomal Doxycycline/Triamcinolone Medicament Matches Calcium Hydroxide for Low Tooth Staining: A 4-WeekIranian endodontic journal · 2025Article
- Efficacy, precision and ease of 3D-printed versus conventional endodontic instruments compared to conventional stainless steel and nickel-titanium files in root canal preparation.Bioinformation · 2025Article
- Performance of large language artificial intelligence models on solving restorative dentistry and endodontics student assessments.Clinical oral investigations · 2024Article
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- Unveiling the true burden of endodontic adverse events in academic settings: A five-year multivariate risk analysis.Revista cientifica odontologica (Universidad Cientifica del Sur)Article
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1 author.
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Abstract
The evolution of root canal instrumentation techniques has significantly impacted the field of endodontics, enhancing both the efficiency and outcomes of treatments. This review outlines the transition from manual to mechanical and rotary instruments, highlighting the role of nickel-titanium (NiTi) alloys and smart technologies in advancing procedural precision and reducing patient discomfort. Key historical developments and technological innovations, such as digital imaging and navigation systems, are explored for their contributions to improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. Additionally, the review addresses the challenges presented by the complex anatomy of the root canal system and the advent of current instrumentation techniques. The potential of emerging trends, including artificial intelligence and advances in materials science, is discussed in the context of future endodontic practices. Despite the progress, challenges related to using advanced instrumentation methods, ethical considerations, and the cost factor of new technologies persist. The present review underscores the ongoing need for research and development to further refine root canal instrumentation techniques, ensuring that advancements in endodontic care remain patient-centered and accessible.
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