Blog Category: CLINICAL::Shaping Canals

Check out 3 article releases by Dr. Ruddle in 2022 - Deep Shape, ProTaper Ultimate & the SLP EndoActivator. In the first article, by Ruddle-West-Machtou, the importance of Deep Shape is reviewed. Next...

Want to find out more about ProTaper Ultimate? Late 2021, Dentsply Sirona launched a new and improved ProTaper file system, namely ProTaper Ultimate! In a recent "Ruddle Show" Special Report, Ruddle and Lisette (co-host) introduce this exciting shaping system...

"...Much has changed in global endodontics over the past 40 years and a great deal of this change has been driven by the relentless introduction of new technology..."

"...Beyond the extent of tooth structure removal is the controversy related to the deceptive marketing hype associated with specific shaping files..."

"...WaveOne Gold will completely change the reciprocation experience, while still fulfilling the 3 sacred tenets..."

"...For more than 50 years, there has been universal agreement that the triad for endodontic success is shaping canals, cleaning in 3 dimensions...

In the latest article release by Dr. Ruddle, the ProTaper GOLD system is introduced and its importance in canal preparation procedures is highlighted...

Today’s question is really a question that I don’t agree with, but the assertion from the question is that patency files...

As you know, when we’re finished shaping or preparing a canal, it is normal to gauge the size of the apical terminus. We want...

When you have a glide path, I can give you four hints that could make a major difference on your next practice case.

I would like to briefly talk about new technology and the new "kid" on the block...

Today’s lesson will be on Working Length. Obviously when you mention working length it reminds me of the old expression...

I’d like to get into a topic right now that obviously is controversial and there is no international agreement, but it has to...