Comparison Table for Endodontic Organizers & Accessories
| Item | Features | Material | Autoclavable | Dimensions | Supplier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Endoring Foam Inserts | Single-use open cell foam inserts | N/A | Yes | N/A | Jordco Inc |
| 2. Endo Clean Stands | High heat resistant, autoclavable plastic | Plastic | Yes | N/A | Dentsply Maillefer |
| 3. Endoring II® with Metal Ruler | Organizer with metal ruler | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 4. Endo Clean Stands | High heat resistant, autoclavable plastic | Plastic | Yes | N/A | Dentsply Maillefer |
| 5. Original EndoRing® Assembly | Built-in molded ruler, calibration track, stop locks | Thermoplastic resin | Yes | N/A | N/A |
| 6. Patterson® Endo Organizer | Built-in millimeter gauge, disposable foam inserts | N/A | Yes | 1-1/2″ x 1-3/4″ x 1-5/8″ | Patterson Dental |
| 7. Endoring II® Gelwells | Single-use gelwell cups | Thermoplastic resin | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 8. Steri-Endo Guard | Holds up to 16 instruments, millimeter gauge, sterilization counter | N/A | Yes | 5-3/8″ x 3/8″ x 2-3/16″ | Zirc Company |
| 9. Endoring® FileCaddy™ | Bulk storage for autoclaved endodontic files, single-handed operation | Glass-reinforced thermoplastic resin | Yes | N/A | N/A |
| 10. Endo Box Micro | Have removable inserts that are are great for files, gutta percha, absorbent points and many other endodontic needs. | Anodized aluminum | Yes | N/A | Patterson Dental Supply |
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1. Endoring Foam Inserts, – Jordco Inc
E-Foam single-use open cell foam inserts for Endoring II that can be steam autoclave processed prior to use.
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2. Endo Clean Stands by Dentsply Maillefer
Endo Clean Stands are constructed of high heat resistant, autoclavable plastic. This multipurpose mini organizer is useful for cleaning, sterilizing and staging. The new, thicker sponge insert can be sterilized and reused three to four times.
- Designed to hold sterilizing solution
- Features a ring that enables a piece of gauze to be secured tightly over the top of the cup
- Files can be dipped into the solution while the gauze wipes them clean
- Autoclavable
3. Endoring II®
The Endoring II® organizer enables the clinician to directly place, store, measure and clean endodontic hand and rotary instruments within the operating field. It reduces the risk of cross-contamination and minimizes the passing of sharps between dentists and staff. Using the Endoring II organizer helps make endodontic procedures safer and faster.
4. Endo Clean Stands by Dentsply Maillefer
Endo Clean Stands are constructed of high heat resistant, autoclavable plastic. This multipurpose mini organizer is useful for cleaning, sterilizing and staging. The new, thicker sponge insert can be sterilized and reused three to four times.
- Designed to hold sterilizing solution
- Features a ring that enables a piece of gauze to be secured tightly over the top of the cup
- Files can be dipped into the solution while the gauze wipes them clean
- Autoclavable
5. Original EndoRing® Assembly
Original EndoRing® Assembly organizes files to allow direct operator control of hand and rotary instruments, shaving several minutes off each procedure. The assembly has a built-in molded ruler that can be used to measure files, paper points and gutta percha.
- Ruler can be used by both right- and left-handed operators
- Ruler has a calibration track to stabilize files and stop locks on both ends to hold and position rubber stops
- Molded from an blue thermoplastic resin
- Can be steam autoclave processed
6. Patterson® Endo Organizer
- Built-in millimeter gauge measures files and positions rubber stopper
- Right- or left-hand use
- Small and large rings are included to accommodate most finger sizes
- Flat bottom enables the Endo Organizer to stand freely on its own
- Comes with 12 disposable foam inserts
- Foam cleans and holds files
- Dimensions: 1-1/2″ x 1-3/4″ x 1-5/8″
- Autoclavable up to 136°C/275°F
- Washer-disinfect
- Contains antimicrobial protection
7. Endoring II® Gelwells
Single-use 0.65 ml gelwell cups are molded from a clear thermoplastic resin. They are placed into the holder that attaches to the Endoring II organizer.
8. Steri-Endo Guard by Zirc Company
Steri-Endo Guard is a unique delivery system to organize, store and sterilize hand type endodontic files and reamers.
- Holds up to 16 instruments
- Millimeter gauge measures files and positions rubber stopper
- Right- or left-handed use
- Sterilization counter on locking bar tracks the number of times instruments have been sterilized
- Autoclavable up to 136°C/275°F
- Made in the USA
9. Endoring® FileCaddy™
Endoring® FileCaddy™ organizer provides bulk storage for autoclaved endodontic files. Place multiple files securely into the special foam insert, close the lid and steam autoclave (275°F/135°C) the entire assembly.
- Single-handed operation allows easy opening of the protective lid
- Constructed of a special glass-reinforced thermoplastic resin
- Retainer locking mechanism securely holds the foam insert onto the base
- Light beige
- 4-5/8″ W x 4-5/8″ D x 3″ H
- Safely store over 120 files
10. Patterson® Endodontic Organizers by Patterson Dental Supply
Patterson® Endodontic Organizers are made of anodized aluminum and have removable inserts that are are great for files, gutta percha, absorbent points and many other endodontic needs. They are autoclavable to 134°C/273°F.
