GuttaCore in dentistry: price, application, characteristics

In modern dentistry, various types of instruments are widely used to speed up and secure the process of dental treatment.

One of these devices is obturator guttakor (GuttaCore).

General information

Technology root canal obturation may take a long time. Before this, the canals should be subjected to medication and instrumental treatment to avoid infection entering the body.

The use of GuttaCore allows you to significantly reduce the time spent on the procedure and at the same time not to lose quality.

To use this method, special pins. The pin itself is a gutta-percha rod used to strengthen and install removable dentures.

When stitching gutta-percha transforms into a condensed structure, but retains its properties. This allows the device to easily penetrate the tooth canal without damaging the internal structure.

Specifications

The use of obturators makes it possible to carry out three-dimensional obturation and uniform distribution of gutta-percha in the root. This is provided by hydraulic force, which pushes it inward. Gutta-percha retains its flowing properties, which allows correct canal formation.

The main feature of the guttacor is that after inserting the pin, it is enough to break the handle of the device. In this case, the obturator itself will remain inside. Since it is made up of gutta-percha, it can be easily removed if there is a need for amendments. Such a carrier saves time for the procedure, while the patient does not feel any unpleasant sensations.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages of GuttaCore:

• no plastic carrier - the obturator consists entirely of gutta-percha;
• the procedure is fast and comfortable for the patient;
• instant heating of the pin;
• safety and biocompatibility of the materials used;
• the possibility of predictable three-dimensional obturation.

The use of this device significantly reduces the time and effort of the dentist spent on the procedure. If there is a need for re-treatment or removal of the supplied pin, there is no difficulty in removing it. The obturator method is very popular all over the world and has proven to be reliable and effective.

A conditional disadvantage of guttacor is the likelihood of getting gutta-percha beyond the root and damage to the connective tissue. This can happen due to insufficient dental skills.

Algorithm of use

Before starting the procedure, you should disinfect and shape the root canal. The sequence of administration of gutta-percha should be as follows:

1. Select the size of the obturator depending on the diameter of the canal.
2. Gently insert it into the root.
3. If access is difficult, insert the obturator using forceps.
4. Continuously monitor the measurements of the canal dimensions in order to carry out high-quality 3D obturation.
5. Apply a thin layer of gutta-percha using pins.
6. Set the working length on the obturator and place in a special heating holder.
7. Conduct gutta-percha condensation pluger.
8. Remove the handle of the device by breaking it.
9. Remove excess gutta-percha.

The procedure does not take much time and is a convenient way to fillings. To clean the residues of the substance, cotton swabs with chloroform or rubbing alcohol are usually used.

Price

The price for high-quality GuttaCore obturators starts from 9-20 thousand rubles. Simple devices can be found at a price of 1.5-2 thousand.

Manufacturer	Price (thousand, rubles)
Geosoft	21,990
Maillefer	2,180
Dentsply	1,996