Irrigation Needle

Irrigation is a crucial step in root canal treatment. Regardless of the file system being used, up to 35 % of the canal walls remain untouched by instruments1 after preparation. Thus, removal of smear layer and biofilm as well as disinfecting the root canal before filling are key for a successful endodontic treatment. 
The Irrigation Needle is designed to complement your endodontic procedure for an efficient cleaning and disinfection until the apex. It can be used after shaping the canal with endodontic file systems like our full treatment solutions: WaveOne® Gold, Reciproc® Blue, TruNatomy® and ProTaper Ultimate™.

Why choose the Irrigation Needle?

Balanced irrigation volume

Innovative side-vent design aims solution at dentinal walls rather than forcing fluid beyond the apex, while removing debris, smear layer and biofilm.

Follows natural canal shape

Soft and flexible polymer follows root canal anatomy for cleaning until the apex.

Atraumatic design

 Protects hard tissue.

Leak-free efficiency

Simple Luer Lock connection

More effective cleaning in just 90 seconds2

SmartLite Pro EndoActivator®

Designed for multi-directional movement, the SmartLite Pro EndoActivator is indicated for intracanal activation of irrigating fluids used for cleaning and disinfecting root canals. 

More confidence in single-visit endo

Shaping

Quality canal shaping is an essential step that allows proper irrigation and correct canal obturation. Whether you are looking for a short reciprocating sequence, rotary files providing deep shape or a solution that helps you safeguarding the natural anatomy, our treatment solutions will suit your goals, supported by our latest generations of motors and apex locators.

Cleaning 

Active irrigation promotes 3D cleaning and complete endodontics. 

Activating irrigant solution produces a surface with more opened dentinal tubules, providing better obturation of lateral and accessory canals.3 Our advanced cleaning tools can support you in achieving deep cleaning and disinfection of the root canals. 

Obturation

Obturation creates the hermetical (fluid-tight) seal that prevents bacteria that resides in the oral cavity from entering into the periarticular tissue. At Dentsply Sirona, we deliver obturation solutions as part of our endodontic treatment workflows, helping deliver healthy, long-term, successful outcomes. 

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Related products

WaveOne Gold Treatment Solution
Reciproc Blue Treatment Solution
ProTaper Ultimate Treatment Solution
TruNatomy Treatment Solution

Frequently asked questions

Irrigation is a crucial step in root canal treatment. Regardless of the file system being used, up to 35 % of the canal walls remain untouched by instruments1 after preparation. Thus, removal of smear layer and biofilm as well as disinfecting the root canal before filling are key for a successful endodontic treatment. The Irrigation Needle is designed to follow the natural shape of the canal for efficient cleaning until the apex, while minimizing trauma to the surrounding tissues.

Yes, the Irrigation Needle is versatile and compatible with all our DS shaping solutions like WaveOne Gold, Reciproc Blue, TruNatomy and ProTaper Ultimate, enhancing your irrigation process regardless of your preferred solution.  

The soft polymer used for the Irrigation Needle allows it to be flexible and follow the root canal anatomy, while the 60° angulation and clearly visible depth indications of 18-, 19-, 20- and 22-mm length are available to facilitate proper positioning of the needle.

The needle features a 27 mm working length, making it suitable for most standard root canal procedures.

Stabilized sodium hypochlorite up to 6%, EDTA 17%, Chlorhexidine digluconate 2%, Acid citric up to 40%, Dual Rinse HEDP.

No, the Irrigation Needle is a single-use device. Do not reuse.

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1 Peters O. A„ Schönenberger K., Laib A. Effects of four Ni-Ti preparation techniques on root canal geometry assessed by micro computed tomography. International Endodontic Journal, Volume 34, 221-230, 2001.

2. Internal data on file. For more information contact Consumables-Data-Requests@dentsplysirona.com

3. Kanter V, Weldon E, Nair U, et al. A quantitative and qualitative analysis of ultrasonic versus sonic endodontic systems on canal cleanliness and obturation.Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 2011;112(6):809- 813.doi:10.1016/j.tripleo. 2011.06.002.