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View article: Comparative evaluation of antimicrobial properties of calcium hydroxide-loaded polylactic-co-glycolic acid nanoparticles and calcium hydroxide: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Comparative evaluation of antimicrobial properties of calcium hydroxide-loaded polylactic-co-glycolic acid nanoparticles and calcium hydroxide: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate the antimicrobial properties of calcium hydroxide (CH)-loaded polylactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) nanoparticles (NPs) and CH when used as an intracanal medicament (ICM). Methods: Adhering guidelines…
View article: Comparative evaluation of antibacterial property, pH, and drug release of calcium hydroxide-loaded nanoparticles as intracanal medicament – In vitro study
Comparative evaluation of antibacterial property, pH, and drug release of calcium hydroxide-loaded nanoparticles as intracanal medicament – In vitro study Open
Background: Effective endodontic treatment relies on eliminating microbial infections and preventing reinfections. Calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH) 2 ) is widely used as an intracanal medicament due to its high pH and antibacterial activity. Howe…
View article: Comparative evaluation of push-out bond strength after root perforation repair using recently introduced bioceramic and calcium silicate-based materials – An in vitro study
Comparative evaluation of push-out bond strength after root perforation repair using recently introduced bioceramic and calcium silicate-based materials – An in vitro study Open
Aim: This study was planned to comparatively evaluate the push-out bond strength (PBS) after perforation (PF) repair using mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) repair high plasticity (HP), Biodentine, and EndoSequence Bioceramic (BC) root repa…
View article: Effect of the addition of nanoparticles on setting time and solubility of mineral trioxide aggregate: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Effect of the addition of nanoparticles on setting time and solubility of mineral trioxide aggregate: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Aim: This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to assess and compare the solubility and setting time of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) by the addition of nanoparticles. Methods: This meta-analysis was conducted following the Preferre…
View article: Low level laser therapy in management of post endodontic retreatment pain: A review
Low level laser therapy in management of post endodontic retreatment pain: A review Open
Post-endodontic treatment pain is frequent which needs analgesics for patient’s pain relief. One of the most common reasons for post operative pain is chemical, mechanical, or microbial injuries to the periapical tissues that result in acu…
View article: Evaluating the ability of cultivated odontoblasts to form dentin-like tissue in vitro using fibroblast growth factor and insulin-like growth factor
Evaluating the ability of cultivated odontoblasts to form dentin-like tissue in vitro using fibroblast growth factor and insulin-like growth factor Open
Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate the ability of cultivated odontoblast to form dentin-like tissue using fibroblast growth factor (FGF) and insulin-like growth factor (IGF). Materials and Methods: Dental pulp stem cells (DPSCs) wer…
View article: Comparative evaluation of effect of sodium hypochlorite and chlorhexidine in dental unit waterline on aerosolized bacteria generated during dental treatment
Comparative evaluation of effect of sodium hypochlorite and chlorhexidine in dental unit waterline on aerosolized bacteria generated during dental treatment Open
View article: Comparative Evaluation of Antimicrobial Efficacy of Various Antibiotic Pastes and Calcium Hydroxide Using Chitosan as a Carrier Against Enterococcus faecalis: An In Vitro Study
Comparative Evaluation of Antimicrobial Efficacy of Various Antibiotic Pastes and Calcium Hydroxide Using Chitosan as a Carrier Against Enterococcus faecalis: An In Vitro Study Open
DAP and MTAP with chitosan can be effective intracanal medicaments against E. faecalis in refractory endodontic cases.
View article: Retrieval of Separated Intracanal Endodontic Instruments: A Series of Four Case Reports
Retrieval of Separated Intracanal Endodontic Instruments: A Series of Four Case Reports Open
The separation of an endodontic instrument during a root canal procedure is one of the most common endodontic mishaps. Separation of endodontic instruments may block access to the apical portion of the root and hamper the disinfection proc…
View article: Comparative evaluation of four different root canal irrigation techniques for apical extrusion of sodium hypochlorite - An <i>in vitro</i> study.
Comparative evaluation of four different root canal irrigation techniques for apical extrusion of sodium hypochlorite - An <i>in vitro</i> study. Open
pH-sensitive gel model is useful in evaluating NaOCl extrusion. NP produced least NaOCl extrusion as compared to the other three systems. Due consideration should be given to the potential for apical extrusion of the irrigant before the se…
View article: Regenerative Endodontic Procedures in Teeth with Root Resorption: A Systematic Review.
Regenerative Endodontic Procedures in Teeth with Root Resorption: A Systematic Review. Open
The purpose of this systematic review was to critically evaluate the available clinical literature on the use of regenerative endodontic therapy (RET) for the treatment of root resorption. All case reports, case series and clinical studies…
View article: Apical third and its significance
Apical third and its significance Open
Beyond the simple perception is often the intricate internal anatomy and a complex root canal system. Studies on the anatomy of the root apex are an area of interest to the endodontist. The apical limit of root canal instrumentation and ob…
View article: Effect of different chelating agents on bovine tissue dissolving capacity of sodium hypochlorite
Effect of different chelating agents on bovine tissue dissolving capacity of sodium hypochlorite Open
Background: The success of endodontic therapy depends on thorough cleaning of the canal system. This is done by the use of various irrigants together with mechanical cleaning. The most popular irrigant used is sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) i…
View article: Rare simultaneous occurrence of internal root resorption, external apical resorption, and open apex: Management with 2 years follow-up
Rare simultaneous occurrence of internal root resorption, external apical resorption, and open apex: Management with 2 years follow-up Open
Root resorption of the tooth may be a pathologic or physiologic process resulting in loss of root dentin and cementum. Broadly, it can be of two types – external and internal root resorption. The location of these resorptions can vary from…
View article: Biological Restoration: A Natural Replacement for a Fractured Tooth
Biological Restoration: A Natural Replacement for a Fractured Tooth Open
Fractured anterior teeth due to traumatic injuries are a common occurrence in dental practice. The role of operative dentistry in such cases is to restore proper tooth form, function, and esthetics. Achieving this by bonding sterile dental…