Frequently Asked Questions
How is the file attached to the endoHandle?
Simply place a disposable pre-bent endodontic file (microFile) in the patented locking chamber. A quick twist of the long handle firmly secures the file to the endoHandle.
What is the advantage of endodontic file on a long handle?
Access, access, access. The difficult access cases like the upper 2nd Molars are now not a problem. The endoHandle can "Reach the Unreachable" with ease. Control, Control, Control, Leverage, Leverage, Leverage, Comfort, Comfort, Comfort, and much more.
What is Linear Filing?
"Linear Filing" is simply the file motion against the canal wall in a straight line action. It has been described in terms like- "Push-Pull", "Up-Down" or "Circumferential filing" motion. "Linear Filing" is drawing the file out of the canal with the cutting lutes of the file directed against the canal wall. No rotation, just safe straight-line file motion sculpturing the outside canal walls. The leverage of the endoHandle is at least 5 times more effective than "two-finger" filing.
Does the File Rotate?
No, there is no rotation of the file. There is also no breakage of the file. The stresses on the shank of the file in a Linear Filing motion do not exceed the limit to where breakage or separation will occur. Safe "Linear Filing" sculptures the walls and prepares a perfect path from orifice to apex.
Can the endoHandle be used as an "Explorer"?
Yes, the most popular size for exploring small canals is the #8 K-Type microFile. It not only finds the canal orifice but it is small enough to negotiate the canal and begin preparation. More MB2's are found with these small sharp instruments than the larger tip's of the ordinary endodontic explorer.
Is endoHandle Filing more efficient than hand filing?
Perhaps 5 times more efficient. #1 reason: is the increased leverage of the file against the canal wall with endoHandle filing. #2 reason: Less hand fatigue with the endoHandle. "Fatigue makes Cowards of us all", and inadequate filing can produce a less than desirable guide path for enlarging instrumentation. #3 reason: the filing is a continuous process, it does not stop for finger adjustments every 6-8 seconds. #4 reason: lubricate on the handle does not stop the filing process like it does with "two-finger" filing.