
13. ROOT ZX Check List
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© Root Canal Length
®
The
meter’s 0.5 reading is the standard
for determining the length of the canal.
© Working Length
°
The
Working
length
of
the
canal
can
be
estimated
as
being
0.5~1.0
mm
shorter
than
the
canal
length indicated by the
0.5 reading.
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oe tip
of the file
has actually passed
slightly
beyond
the apical
constriction
when the
meter reads
5.
These general standards differ slightly depending on each individual tooth and canal shape; the
dentist should judge each case as he is working on it.
®
Take
an
x-ray to confirm the results.
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Unusual Results or Problems
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Solution
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Solution
1
Meter is unstable.
Opposing electrode may not have
good contact with oral mucosa.
The file holder may be dirty.
[<F Position electrode for good contact with
oral mucosa.
[_F Clean off the file holder with disinfecting
alcohol.
To check the Root ZX, moisten your finger
with water and
place the file holder and
the opposing electrode about 1
cm apart
on
it.
A
consistent
meter
reading
shows
that the unit is in proper working order.
Results
are
inconsistent
when
the
2
terminals are shorted
out to
check
the device's operation.
II
Meter goes off the scale right away.
(Imprecise, erratic or short readings. )
Is the
crown
of
the
tooth
covered
with
an
overflow
of
blood
or
chemicals?
Erratic
meter
behavior
may
result from
blood, chemical etc. overflowing the canal
onto
the
crown
or
neck
and
making
electrical contact with the gums.