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#1/3 DE Root Canal Plugger, RCP1/3
- Diameters: 0.40?mm and 0.45?mm, Working length: 21?mm
- Available with the comfortable #33 round handle
- Features a popular double-ended instrument design
- Used to compact filling material vertically
The Hu-Friedy #1/3 DE Root Canal Plugger for the vertical compaction of root canal filling material, is an essential double-ended endodontic instrument, featuring precisely ground working end diameters of 0.40?mm and 0.45?mm and a standard working length of 21?mm. This highly specialized plugger is critical for achieving a dense and homogeneous apical seal during the obturation phase of a root canal procedure.
Its primary function is the systematic, vertical condensation of gutta-percha or other thermalized filling materials deep into the apical third and lateral canals, ensuring that all available space is filled and preventing microleakage. The double-ended configuration, available with a #33 round handle, provides the clinician with two subtly different plugger sizes on a single instrument, optimizing efficiency. Meticulously handcrafted from durable, surgical-grade stainless steel, the Hu-Friedy #1/3 DE Root Canal Plugger is engineered for resilience, promising a long-lasting, reliable tool that maintains its exact dimensions through repeated sterilization.
The instrument's fine diameters are particularly advantageous in complex cases, making it a powerful choice for meticulously negotiating and sealing the narrowest canal anatomies. If you're searching for a highly effective and reliable instrument for the precise and uniform vertical condensation of obturation materials, the best Hu-Friedy #1/3 DE Root Canal Plugger is a definitive choice for any dental professional.