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There is often a [[Prism (optics)|prism]] that allows splitting of the light beam in order that assistants may also visualize the procedure or to allow [[photography]] or [[video]] to be taken of the [[operating field]].

An example of a procedure which commonly uses an operating microscope would be [[endodontic retreatment]], where the magnification provided by the operating microscope improves visualisation of the [[anatomy]] present leading to better outcomes for the patient. AnotherIt examplehas mightbeen besuggested anthat [[anastomosis]]the procedurewell-focused carriedillumination outand tomagnification joinshould [[bloodbe vessels]]part of a standard of care in [[vascularendodontic therapy. <ref>Cohen S, Hargreaves KM. Pathways of the Pulp. 9th Edition. St Louis, MO: Mosby, 2006.</ref><ref>Kim S. Modern endodontic practice: instruments and techniques. Dental Clinics of North America 2004;48(1): surgery]]1–9.</ref>.

Another example might be an [[anastomosis]] procedure carried out to join [[blood vessels]] in [[vascular surgery]].

Typically an operating microscope might cost several thousand dollars for a basic model, more advanced models may be much more expensive. Additionally specialized microsurgical instruments may be required to make full use of the improved vision the microscope affords. It can take time to master use of an operating microscope.