Canal transportation and centering ability of curved root canals prepared using rotary and reciprocating systems

Abstract Aim: To evaluate canal transportation and centering ability of Protaper and WaveOne systems in curved root canals by cone-beam computed tomography. Methods: Twenty human molars were randomly divided into two groups according to the system used: Group GP (ProTaper Universal(r)) and group GW (WaveOne(tm)). CT scans were performed before and after the chemo-mechanical preparation on three points: 2 mm, 3 mm and 4 mm from the tooth apex. The cuttings in dentin were measured and results were statistically analyzed. Results: In GP, there was higher percentage in transport at 2 mm and 4 mm toward the mesial wall of the tooth root compared to GW (p