Assessing the Reliability of Electronic Apex Locators in Different Apical Foramen Configurations
Massimo Pisano, Giuseppe Sangiovanni, Eugenio Frucci, Michela Scorziello, Giuseppina De Benedetto, Alfredo Iandolo
Abstract
In periapical radiographs, the deviation of the apical foramen from the long axis of the anatomic apex is often invisible. In certain situations, it could be wise to use electronic apex locators or EALs. Conflicting findings were documented regarding the influence of the apical foramen's location concerning the anatomic apex on the accuracy of EALs. The present study aimed to clarify this possible influence. The cementoenamel junctions of 56 removed human maxillary and mandibular molars were
Topics & Concepts
Apex (geometry)Apical foramenReliability (semiconductor)ForamenComputer scienceReliability engineeringAnatomyOrthodonticsEngineeringBiologyMedicinePhysicsPower (physics)Quantum mechanicsRoot canalDental Radiography and ImagingEndodontics and Root Canal TreatmentsDental Implant Techniques and Outcomes