Obturation Techniques (Single Cone, Lateral, Warm Vertical, Carrier-Based)
DeptEndodonticsLevelIntermediate–AdvancedTime15–30 min
Three-dimensional filling of the cleaned and shaped root canal system using gutta-percha and sealer. Includes single cone, cold lateral condensation, continuous wave warm vertical, and carrier-based techniques.
What the protocol covers
- •A) Before You Obturate — Checklist
- •B) Target Length & Radiographic Quality
- •C) Technique 1 — Single Cone (Hydraulic Condensation)
- •D) Technique 2 — Cold Lateral Condensation (CLC)
- •E) Technique 3 — Warm Vertical Compaction (WVC)
- •F) Technique 4 — Carrier-Based Obturation
- •G) Documentation
The full procedure entry includes
- The full step-by-step protocol (25 content blocks)
- Armamentarium, indications and contraindications
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- The narrated video lesson and night-before prep sheet
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