ISO 6877 addresses dentistry and establishes the specifications for the dimensions of various endodontic obturating materials including preformed metal, preformed polymeric-coated metal, polymeric points, thermoplastic obturating material or combinations of the above, suitable for use in the obturation of the root canal system. ISO 6877 also specifies numerical systems and a colour-coding system for designating the sizes of preformed endodontic obturating points.
Dental endodontic obturating points are marketed sterilized or non-sterilized. ISO 6877 covers the physical attributes expected of such products as supplied.
Sterility is not included in ISO 6877, and any claim that the product is sterile is the responsibility of the manufacturer (see Table 3). Clause 7 specifies the labelling needed, including the instructions for use.
ISO 6877 does not apply to instruments or apparatus used in conjunction with thermoplastic obturating materials (obturating material that deform with heat). This document is not applicable to materials for support of a coronal restoration.
ISO 6877 on dentistry is applicable to-
Endodontic obturating material is a substance intended as a definitive product to fill a prepared root canal system, usually a combination of points and endodontic sealer.
Using ISO 6877 guidelines will help you understand specifications and dimensions of various endodontic obturating materials including preformed metal suitable for use in the obturation of the root canal system which will improve the quality standards and will ensure the patients' health and safety.
BS EN ISO 6877:2021 supersedes ISO 6877:2006, which has been withdrawn. BS EN ISO 6877:2021 has some technical changes with respect to ISO 6877:2006, these include:
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