Irrigation

Various Irrigation Solution in Endodontics

Various Irrigation Solution in Endodontic

• The use of irrigating solutions is an important part of effective chemomechanical preparation.
• Antibacterial agent.
• Tissue solvent.
• Flush debris.
• Lubricant.
• Eliminate the smear layer.

Variables affecting the irrigation

• Concentration of irrigant.
• The volume of the solution used.
• Canal diameter.
• The viscosity or surface tension of the solution.
• The diameter and depth of penetration of the irrigating needle.
• The anatomy of the canal.
• The method of delivering the irrigant.
• Contact time with the tissue.
• Temperature of the irrigant.
• Ultrasonic activation.
• The effect of combining different types of solutions.