How to Fix a Ledge in Root Canal (Step-by-Step Technique)
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Struggling with ledges during root canal treatment? In this hands-on demo, I walk you through exactly how to bypass and smooth out a ledge using extracted teeth, hand files, and rotary files. Whether you’re a student, new dentist, or experienced clinician, this is a must-watch guide for mastering one of endo’s most frustrating challenges.
📌 You'll learn:
– What a ledge is and how it forms
– The safest way to bend your hand file
– Step-by-step walkthrough for bypassing the ledge
– Tips for smoothing the ledge with minimal risk
– How to choose the right rotary files for ledge removal
– Real footage of the technique in action
💡 Watch till the end for some honest commentary, troubleshooting tips, and to see the final result.
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00:00 – Intro: What we’re covering today
00:14 – What is a ledge?
00:30 – How to bend your hand file properly
01:00 – How to bypass the ledge with a hand file
01:30 – Smoothing the ledge with in-and-out motion
01:40 – Why irrigation is crucial
02:00 – Can rotary files help with the ledge?
02:26 – Choosing a smaller taper rotary file
02:41 – Finishing with a larger diameter file
03:00 – Final shaping and irrigation
03:04 – Outro: Like, subscribe, comment & see you soon
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