Along with instrumentation, irrigation is one of the most important parts of root canal treatment.

Irrigation has several key functions, the most important of which are to dissolve tissue and to have an antimicrobial effect. Effective irrigation involves choosing the right irrigating solution and using the right technique to remove debris, tissue, and bacteria from the canal.

The final piece of the jigsaw is arguably endodontic activator devices, which are widely used by dentists to enhance the irrigation process with precision and consistency.

What are endodontic activators?

Endododontic activators are hand-held devices that resemble a traditional dental handpiece. They are often portable and battery-operated.

The devices are designed to safely and vigorously energise intracanal irrigants during root canals. Most endo activators rely on ultrasonic irrigation which uses high-frequency sound waves to enhance the cleaning and disinfection of root canals.

Studies have found that ultrasonic activation demonstrate a good capacity for dentine debris removal, while other studies have showed it reduces post-operative pain, improves debridement and canal cleanliness.

Where can I buy the OPTIMA EndoActivE+?

The OPTIMA EndoActivE+ is available to buy online at Kent Express Dental supplies, along with all your other essential endodontic supplies, such as EdgeEndo NiTi files.