Evaluation of cyclic fatigue in three pediatric endodontic rotary file systems in root canals of primary molars: A finite element analysis (FEA)

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Journal of oral biology and craniofacial research Pub Date : 2025-02-11 DOI:10.1016/j.jobcr.2025.01.023

S.S. Monika sri, K.C. Vignesh, K. Vivek, Kavitha Swaminathan, Selvakumar Haridoss

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Abstract

Objective

The aim of this study was to evaluate the cyclic fatigue resistance of three different pediatric endodontic rotary files in the root canals of primary molars using finite element analysis (FEA). The research focuses on understanding the mechanical behavior of the files under varying canal curvatures to determine their suitability for pediatric endodontics.

Methods

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) was utilized to simulate cyclic fatigue performance in primary molar canals with curvatures of 30°, 60°, and 90°. The rotary files made up of nickel-titanium (NiTi) alloys included in this study were Kedo SG, Neoendo Pedo Flex, and Pro AF Baby. Stress distribution, maximum stress values, and cyclic fatigue resistance were evaluated to identify differences in performance. Simulations were conducted under controlled conditions to model real-world clinical scenarios. Stress distribution and the number of cycles until failure were analyzed using Goodman's fatigue model and the S-N curve.

Results

The Pro AF Baby files exhibited the highest cyclic fatigue resistance and the more favourable stress distribution across all canal profiles, due to its triangular cross-sectional geometry. Whereas, Kedo SG and Neoendo Pedo Flex demonstrated higher stress levels and lower fatigue life, particularly in severe curvatures (90°), indicating increased susceptibility to failure. Elevated stress concentrations were observed near the apical tip, correlating with reduced fatigue life as canal curvature increased.

Conclusion

Pro AF Baby B2 demonstrated better fatigue resistance and safety for endodontic procedures in primary molars with complex root canal curvatures. These findings emphasize the importance of material properties and file design in improving clinical outcomes. Future research should focus on long-term clinical validation and further optimization of rotary file systems for pediatric dentistry.

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Journal of oral biology and craniofacial research Medicine-Otorhinolaryngology

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4.90

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133

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167 days

期刊介绍： Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research (JOBCR)is the official journal of the Craniofacial Research Foundation (CRF). The journal aims to provide a common platform for both clinical and translational research and to promote interdisciplinary sciences in craniofacial region. JOBCR publishes content that includes diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and the hard and soft tissues of the mouth and jaws and face region; diagnosis and medical management of diseases specific to the orofacial tissues and of oral manifestations of systemic diseases; studies on identifying populations at risk of oral disease or in need of specific care, and comparing regional, environmental, social, and access similarities and differences in dental care between populations; diseases of the mouth and related structures like salivary glands, temporomandibular joints, facial muscles and perioral skin; biomedical engineering, tissue engineering and stem cells. The journal publishes reviews, commentaries, peer-reviewed original research articles, short communication, and case reports.