Endodontic Irrigation - How to Get Better Success - PDP203

Is Sodium Hypochlorite still the best irrigant for endodontics?

Or do we have something novel and superior?

How can we improve the efficacy of our endodontic irrigation?

What % of NaOCl should we be using?

In this episode Endodontic Irrigation - How to Get Better Success, Dr. Brett Gilbert rejoins Jaz Gulati to tackle all things endodontic irrigation after a brilliant episode on pre-emptive endodontics. https://protrusive. co.uk/202

Check out Dr Brett Gilbert: https://www.instagram.com/on_the_cusp_podcast/ Advanced activation and delivery systems could change the game—are we on the brink of a major shift in endodontics?

Protrusive Dental Pearl: Before performing a molar extraction, challenge yourself to first complete an endodontic access on the tooth. This will enhance your understanding of the canal anatomy and improve your precision in sectioning the tooth. By visualizing the canals and the pulpal floor, you'll refine your angulation for more accurate sectioning.

Highlights of this Episode:

0:00 Introduction

02:09 Protrusive Dental Pearl

04:23 Is Sodium Hypochlorite Still The Gold Standard?

06:54 The Role of Surfactants in Irrigation

07:58 Concentration of Sodium Hypochlorite

09:47 Chlorhexidine: Is There Still a Place?

11:32 Advanced Disinfection Technologies

21:31 Evidence-Based Techniques in Endodontics

25:22 GP Pumping

This episode is eligible for 0.5 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. https://protrusive. co.uk/ultimate

This episode meets GDC Outcomes B and C.

AGD Subject code: 070 Endodontics (Endodontic infections, microbiology and treatment)

Dentists will be able to:

1. Gain insight into the role of sodium hypochlorite in endodontic disinfection and assess its effectiveness compared to new innovations.

2. Discover the cutting-edge irrigation methods, including surfactants, ultrasonic activation, and laser-assisted irrigation, and their impact on endodontic outcomes.

3. Explore emerging technologies and innovations that could revolutionize endodontic irrigation.

If you liked this episode, be sure to watch the 1st Part - ‘PDP202 - Elective Endodontics? It's all about Communication’ : https://protrusive. co.uk/202