The final objective of endodontic procedures should be the total obturation of the
root canal space. Biologic necessity requires the elimination of the protein degradation
products, bacteria, and bacterial toxins which emanate from necrotic and gangrenous
root canals. While these irritants may be eliminated by extraction of the tooth, the
health of the dentition is secured more soundly if they are eliminated by the cleaning
and shaping, sterilization, and total obturation of the root canal system. In the
final analysis, it is the sealing off of the complex root canal system from the periodontal
ligament and bone which insures the health of the attachment apparatus against breakdown
of endodontic origin.
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