Endodontic Side Vent Irrigation Needle – Closed Rounded Tip

A precision-designed endodontic irrigation needle featuring a lateral side vent and closed rounded tip for safe, effective, and controlled irrigant delivery during root canal treatment. Engineered to minimise the risk of apical extrusion while maximising canal debridement.

Key Features

• Side-Vented Design: Lateral vent(s) create a swirl-effect within the root canal, optimising irrigant distribution and debris removal throughout the canal system
• Closed Rounded Tip: Blunt, closed front end prevents penetration of apical tissue and canal wall damage – significantly safer than open-ended needles
• Prevents Apical Extrusion: Controlled lateral flow reduces the risk of forcing irrigants (NaOCl, CHX, H₂O₂) beyond the apical foramen into periapical tissues
• Enhanced Safety Profile: Minimises risk of irrigation accidents – a critical advantage for deep canal irrigation
• Flexible Shaft: Allows passive placement to working length in curved canals without binding

Indications

• Root canal irrigation with NaOCl, chlorhexidine, EDTA, or hydrogen peroxide
• Final rinse and smear layer removal protocols
• Passive ultrasonic irrigation (PUI) adjunct
• Curved and narrow canal irrigation
• Apexification and regenerative endodontic procedures

Clinical Advantage Over Open-Ended Needles

Traditional open-ended irrigation needles deliver irrigant in a direct apical stream, increasing the risk of extrusion. The side-vent design redirects flow laterally, creating turbulence for superior cleaning while keeping apical pressure minimal.

Product Details

• Type: Side Vent Endodontic Irrigation Needle
• Tip: Closed and Rounded
• Compatible Irrigants: NaOCl, CHX, EDTA, H₂O₂
• Use: Single-use / disposable

For professional endodontic use only. Use with standard Luer-lock irrigation syringes.