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 Technique

# Brushing Motion

## Definition

A lateral sweeping movement used mainly in the coronal and middle thirds to selectively remove dentin from the outer canal wall, particularly useful for flared or oval-shaped canals.

## Related Terms

[Watch-Winding](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/watch-winding)[Recapitulation](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/recapitulation)[Balanced Force](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/balanced-force)[Passive Ultrasonic Irrigation (PUI)](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/pui)[Single-Cone Obturation](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/single-cone)[Warm Vertical Compaction](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/warm-vertical)

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