A simple technique for isolation in inaccessible areas of oral cavity.

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Isolation or maintenance of clean, visible, dry field is an absolute necessity for any dental or surgical procedure. Apart from improvement in visibility, accessibility, and appropriately directed isolation instrument should also allow operator to work simultaneously for long duration. Methods: We used readily available disposable 18 gauge needle which can be easily and snuggly attached to stainless steel suction cannula. This method/ attachment provided better accessibility with minimal hindrance, i.e. because of small size it allowed suctioning and instrumentation in the limited surgical field to proceed simultaneously which was never possible before by using other methods. This method can be used in various procedures (periapical surgeries, visualization and retrieval of fractured root pieces). Conclusions: Simultaneous visibility and accessibility is key goal of this technique and which can be used to improve patient care.