CYCLIC AND TORSIONAL FATIGUE RESISTANCE OF THERMALLY TREATED ROTARY NiTiINSTRUMENTS WITH DIFFERENT DESIGNS

Aims: The aim was to evaluate the cyclic and torsional fatigue resistance among thermally treated NiTi rotary instruments with different design features.Materials and methods: Sixty instruments of three systems were used (n=20): TruNatomy 26.04 (TN 26.04), BassiLogic 25.05 (BL 25.05), and Flat File 25.04 (FF 25.04). The cyclic fatigue test (n=10) was performed to evaluate the time to fracture (s) and the number of cycles until failure (NCF). The torsion test was performed to evaluate the torque (N.cm) and maximum angular deflection until fracture (n=10). The fracture surface of each fragment was examined under a scanning electron microscope. The data were analyzed by Tukey's test (p<0.05).Results: BL 25.05 and FF 25.04 instruments had a higher number of cycles and time to fracture compared with TN 26.04 (p<0.05). TN 26.04 instruments showed lower torque to fracture.Conclusions: Based on the proposed objectives and the methodology used, TruNatomy 26.04 instruments present lower resistance to cyclic fatigue and torsional fatigue when compared to BassiLogic 25.05 and Flat File 25.04 instruments.

In Vitro Evaluation of a Recently Developed Rotary File: AF Rotary / Avaliação in vitro de um arquivo rotativo desenvolvido recentemente: AF Rotary

Objective: Aim of the present study is to evaluate mechanical properties of a newly developed rotary file, AF Rotary (Fanta Dental, Shanghai, China), and to compare these features with a worldwide spread rotary file, Protaper Gold F2 (PTG F2; Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland). Material and Methods: 60 AF Rotary 25.06 and 60 PTG F2 were divided in three groups of 20 files each. A group underwent to cyclic fatigue resistance tests, second group underwent to torsional resistance tests, third group underwent to bending tests. The statistical analysis was performed using t student test with significance level set at 95% (p < 0.05). Results: AF Rotary showed significantly higher torsional resistance and cyclic fatigue resistance (p < 0.05) when compared to the PTG F2. AF Rotary also showed significantly lower bending resistance (p < 0.05) when compared to the PTG F2. Conclusion: Therefore, within the limitations of this study, the results show better performances for AF Rotary compared to PTG F2 regarding the cyclic fatigue test, the torsional test and the bending test. Since the PTG F2 is a commonly used and widely investigated instrument it could be possible to state that the AF Rotary exhibits remarkable in vitro performances. (AU)

Objetivo: O objetivo do presente estudo é avaliar as propriedades mecânicas de uma lima rotativa recém-desenvolvida, AF Rotary (Fanta Dental, Shanghai, China), e comparar essas características com uma lima rotativa mundialmente difundida, Protaper Gold F2 (PTG F2; Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Suíça). Material e Métodos: 60 AF Rotary 25.06 e 60 PTG F2 foram divididos em três grupos de 20 arquivos cada. Um grupo foi submetido a testes de resistência à fadiga cíclica, o segundo grupo foi submetido a testes de resistência à torção, o terceiro grupo foi submetido a testes de flexão. A análise estatística foi realizada por meio do teste t student com nível de significância de 95% (p <0,05). Resultados: AF Rotary apresentou resistência torcional e resistência à fadiga cíclica significativamente maiores (p <0,05) quando comparado ao PTG F2. AF Rotary também apresentou resistência à flexão significativamente menor (p <0,05) quando comparado ao PTG F2. Conclusão: Portanto, dentro das limitações deste estudo, os resultados mostram melhores desempenhos do AF Rotary em relação ao PTG F2 no que diz respeito ao teste de fadiga cíclica, ao teste de torção e ao teste de flexão. Uma vez que o PTG F2 é um instrumento comumente usado e amplamente investigado, pode-se afirmar que o AF Rotary exibe desempenhos in vitro notáveis. (AU)

Cyclic fatigue resistance, torsional resistance, and metallurgical characteristics of M3 Rotary and M3 Pro Gold NiTi files

OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the mechanical properties and metallurgical characteristics of the M3 Rotary and M3 Pro Gold files (United Dental). MATERIALS AND METHODS: One hundred and sixty new M3 Rotary and M3 Pro Gold files (sizes 20/0.04 and 25/0.04) were used. Torque and angle of rotation at failure (n = 20) were measured according to ISO 3630-1. Cyclic fatigue resistance was tested by measuring the number of cycles to failure in an artificial stainless steel canal (60° angle of curvature and a 5-mm radius). The metallurgical characteristics were investigated by differential scanning calorimetry. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance and the Student-Newman-Keuls test. RESULTS: Comparing the same size of the 2 different instruments, cyclic fatigue resistance was significantly higher in the M3 Pro Gold files than in the M3 Rotary files (p < 0.001). No significant difference was observed between the files in the maximum torque load, while a significantly higher angular rotation to fracture was observed for M3 Pro Gold (p < 0.05). In the DSC analysis, the M3 Pro Gold files showed one prominent peak on the heating curve and 2 prominent peaks on the cooling curve. In contrast, the M3 Rotary files showed 1 small peak on the heating curve and 1 small peak on the cooling curve. CONCLUSIONS: The M3 Pro Gold files showed greater flexibility and angular rotation than the M3 Rotary files, without decrement of their torque resistance. The superior flexibility of M3 Pro Gold files can be attributed to their martensite phase.

Influência de diferentes instrumentos de exploração no comportamento em torção dos instrumentos MTWO após uso clínico múltiplo / influence of Nickel-Titanium rotary glide path on the torsional resistance of Mtwo shaping instruments after multiple clinical use

As propriedades mecânicas, especialmente a resistência dos instrumentos endodônticos de NiTi são influênciadas pelas suas características geométricas, físicas e químicas, somadas ainda à influência da anatomia dos canais radiculares. A exploração e negociação do canal radicular seguido de dilatação prévia ao processo de formatação (Glide Path) reduz consideravelmente as chances de fratura dos instrumentos. Essa manobra elimina as interferências em toda a extensão do canal, possibilitando aos instrumentos seguintes agirem livremente na formação e limpeza minimizando assim, a sobrecarga sobre o mesmo. O objetivo desse trabalho foi avaliar a resitência torcional após uso clínico múltiplo dos instrumentos de Niti PathFile e Scout RaCe e a influência de três diferentes sequências de glide path (K-File, PathFile e Scout RaCe) no comportamento em torção dos instrumentos de formatação MtWo...

The mechanical properties, mainly the resistance of endodontic instruments are affected by factors such as diameter, design, chemical composition, physical properties and canal anatomy. Instrument failure can be controlled by creating a manual or mechanical glide path. The aim of this study was to evaluate the torsional resistance of PathFile and Scout RaCe NiTi rotary instruments with the purpose of "glide path” after multiple clinical use and the influence of three different preflaring (K-File, PathFile and Scout RaCe) on the torsional resistance of shaping Mtwo files after multiple clinical use. The mechanical behavior was evaluated by torsion tests, in accordance with specification ISO 3630-1. All instruments showed geometric features within the tolerance limits and no significant difference concerned about the torsional resistance. Despite of one subtle increase in torsional resistance is noted, it is suggested as an effect of simultaneous sterilization methods or by the work hardening of the NiTi alloy. The present study highlights the importance of preparing the glide path before introducing the shaping files and concludes if sterilization does not render rotary NiTi endodontic instruments stronger, it does not result in deleterious effects that could reducetheir mechanical resistance.

Buckling resistance, bending stiffness, and torsional resistance of various instruments for canal exploration and glide path preparation

OBJECTIVES: This study compared the mechanical properties of various instruments for canal exploration and glide-path preparations. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The buckling resistance, bending stiffness, ultimate torsional strength, and fracture angle under torsional load were compared for C+ file (CP, Dentsply Maillefer), M access K-file (MA, Dentsply Maillefer), Mani K-file (MN, Mani), and NiTiFlex K-file (NT, Dentsply Maillefer). The files of ISO size #15 and a shaft length of 25 mm were selected. For measuring buckling resistance (n = 10), the files were loaded in the axial direction of the shaft, and the maximum load was measured during the files' deflection. The files (n = 10) were fixed at 3-mm from the tip and then bent 45degrees with respect to their long axis, while the bending force was recorded by a load cell. For measuring the torsional properties, the files (n = 10) were also fixed at 3-mm, and clockwise rotations (2-rpm) were applied to the files in a straight state. The torsional load and the distortion angle were recorded until the files succumbed to the torque. RESULTS: The CP was shown to require the highest load to buckle and bend the files, and the NT showed the least. While MA and MN showed similar buckling resistances, MN showed higher bending stiffness than MA. The NT had the lowest bending stiffness and ultimate torsional strength (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: The tested instruments showed different mechanical properties depending on the evaluated parameters. CP and NT files were revealed to be the stiffest and the most flexible instruments, respectively.

Influência do movimento recíproco na resistência à torção dos instrumentos de NiTi: reciproc, waveone e protaper universal / Influence of the reciprocal movement on the torsion resistance of NiTi instruments: reciproc, waveone and universal protaper

As propriedades mecânicas dos instrumentos endodônticos são afetadas por fatores como diâmetro, design, composição química, e tratamentos termomecânicos aplicados durante o processo de fabricação. O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a flexibilidade e a resistência torcional de instrumentos de NiTi Reciproc (RC), Wave One (WO) e ProTaper Universal (PTU), novos e após o uso clínico. A composição química dos instrumentos foi analisada por espectroscopia de energia de raios X (EDS), as fases presentes identificadas por difração de raios X (DRX) e as temperaturas de transformação determinadas por calorimetria exploratória diferencial (DSC). Imagens das seções longitudinal e transversal foram empregadas para determinar o diâmetro e a área a 3 mm da ponta (D3 e A3), posição onde as solicitações mecânicas se concentram durante o uso clínico e os instrumentos são apreendidos nos testes. O comportamento mecânico foi avaliado através de ensaios de flexão e torção até a ruptura, de acordo com a especificação ISO 3630-1. Os instrumentos RC, WO e PTU apresentaram composição química semelhante e fase ß como principal constituinte à temperatura ambiente. No entanto, os instrumentos Reciproc e WaveOne apresentaram um aumento relevante nas temperaturas de transformação, sugerindo a presença da fase B19', coexistindo com a fase austenítica. Apesar de apresentarem D3 semelhantes, a análise estatística dos valores de A3 entre os pares de instrumentos analisados mostrou diferença significativamente menor para os instrumentos RC. Os instrumentos RC foram significativamente mais flexíveis, possivelmente devido ao tratamento termomecânico a que foram submetidos os fios utilizados na fabricação dos mesmos (MWire), além da morfologia de sua sessão tranversal, seguidos por WO, que também são fabricados a partir do fio M-Wire, e PTU, nesta ordem. Dentre os instrumentos novos, os PTU apresentaram valores de torque máximo, quando ensaiados em torção, significativamente menores. Os instrumentos PTU apresentaram os maiores valores de deflexão angular, seguidos pelos instrumentos RC e WO, nesta ordem. Todos os sistemas após serem utilizados na prática clínica apresentaram redução da resistência torcional. Entretanto, a comparação estatística entre os valores de torque máximo para os instrumentos novos e após uso clínico, não apresentou diferença estatisticamente significativa para nenhum dos sistemas avaliados. Com relação à deflexão angular, a comparação entre instrumentos novos e após uso clínico, mostra uma redução dos valores desse parâmetro após o uso clínico, com exceção dos instrumentos RC. Entretanto, as análises estatísticas mostraram não haver diferenças significativas entre os pares de instrumentos analisados.(AU)

The mechanical properties of the endodontic instruments are affected by factors such as diameter, design, chemical composition and thermo-mechanical treatments applied during the manufacturing process. The main goal of this study was to assess the flexibility and torsional resistance of the NiTi Reciproc (RC), Wave One (WO) and ProTaper Universal (PTU) instruments, new and after clinical use. The instruments chemical composition was analyzed with X-Ray energy spectroscopy (EDS), the present phases were determined by X-Ray Diffractions (DRX) and the transformation temperatures were obtained with differential scanning calorimeter (DSC). Images from the longitudinal and transversal sections were used for determining the diameter and the area at 3mm from the tip (D3 and A3), the position where the mechanical requests are focused in clinical use and where the instruments are apprehended during the tests. The mechanical behavior has been evaluated through simulation of bending and torsion until rupture according to ISO 3630-1. The RC, WO and PTU instruments have presented a similar chemical composition with the predominance of ß phase at room temperature. However, Reciproc and Waveone instruments showed a significant increase in transformation temperatures, suggesting the presence of B19 phase, coexisting with the austenitic phase Despite showing similar D3, statistical analysis of the values of A3 between pairs of instruments analyzed showed significantly lower difference for RC instruments. The RC instruments were significantly more flexible, possibly due to the thermomechanical treatment applied to the wire (M-Wire) used in their manufacture process in addition to their cross section design, followed by WO instruments, which are also made of M-Wire, and PTU instruments, in that order. Among the new instruments, PTU showed significantly lower maximum torque values in torsion tests. PTU instruments presented the highest angular deflection values, followed by RC and WO instruments, in that order. All systems reduced their torsional strength after clinical use. However, statistical comparison between the maximum torque values for new and after clinical use instruments, showed no statistically significant difference for any of the evaluated systems. Regarding the angular deflection, the comparison between new and after clinical use instruments demonstrated a reduction of the values of this parameter after clinical use, with the exception of RC instruments. However, statistical analysis showed no significant differences between the pairs of instruments analyzed.(AU)

An in vitro comparison of resistance to second and third order archwire activations of three different varieties of esthetic brackets.

Background: When ceramic brackets were introduced as an esthetic alternative to the stainless steel brackets, it was a step ahead in the use of esthetic appliances for orthodontic treatment. Although ceramic brackets had overcome the drawbacks of the initial polycarbonate brackets such as staining and bracket slot distortion, they posed an altogether different problem. This was on account of the physical properties of the ceramic material, namely brittleness. Purpose of the Study: The purpose of this study is to investigate the physical properties of three different varieties of esthetic brackets, i.e., “MXI” ceramic bracket, “Spirit MB” bracket (Ormco), a composite bracket with metal slot reinforcement and the third one fiber bracket, with silicious copolymer, Natura (Leone Co.). Aims and Objective of the Study: The objective of this study is to compare the torsional resistance of the brackets and resistance of brackets to second order archwire activations. Conclusion: The strength of the selected brackets was more than sufficient to withstand orthodontic load without any fracture or deformation.