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View article: Assessment of calcium ion loss and its effect on microhardness of root canal dentin using 1% phytic acid and 17% EDTA: An in vitro study
Assessment of calcium ion loss and its effect on microhardness of root canal dentin using 1% phytic acid and 17% EDTA: An in vitro study Open
Background: Irrigation is an essential component of successful endodontics. Various chemical irrigants have been assessed for their efficacy. Newer alternatives are being currently investigated to overcome the shortcomings of the currently…
View article: Comparing the Biofilm Removal Capacity of NaOCl, Povidone-Iodine, Chlorhexidine, Curcumin, and Triphala as Endodontic Irrigants
Comparing the Biofilm Removal Capacity of NaOCl, Povidone-Iodine, Chlorhexidine, Curcumin, and Triphala as Endodontic Irrigants Open
The antibacterial potency of each studied irrigant was significant, supporting their usage in endodontics. It was observed that NaOCl has the maximum antibacterial activity.
View article: Comparative evaluation of marginal adaptation of mineral trioxide aggregate, Biodentine, and geristore as a root end filling material: An <i>in vitro</i> scanning electron microscope study.
Comparative evaluation of marginal adaptation of mineral trioxide aggregate, Biodentine, and geristore as a root end filling material: An <i>in vitro</i> scanning electron microscope study. Open
Biodentine showed significantly better marginal adaptation as compared to MTA and Geristore.
View article: Impact of Root Canal Taper on Fracture Resistance of Endodontically Treated Teeth Prepared by Hero Shaper and RaCe File Systems: An In-vitro Study
Impact of Root Canal Taper on Fracture Resistance of Endodontically Treated Teeth Prepared by Hero Shaper and RaCe File Systems: An In-vitro Study Open
Introduction: Tooth fracture is one of the most undesirable phenomena in Endodontically Treated Teeth (ETT) and usually leads to tooth extraction. Basically, removal of any hard tissue from the canal walls raises the chance of root fractur…
View article: Reinforcement of Endodontically Treated Teeth by Different Intraorifice Barrier Materials
Reinforcement of Endodontically Treated Teeth by Different Intraorifice Barrier Materials Open
Background: Fracture incidences are more common in teeth with endodontic therapy and hence endodontic therapy should aim toward the reinforcement of such teeth by placing various restorative materials. Aims: Comparative evaluation of diffe…
View article: Evaluation of Shear Bond Strength of Incremental Layer of Self-etch Self-adhesive Novel Flowable Composite after Salivary Contamination: An In-vitro Study
Evaluation of Shear Bond Strength of Incremental Layer of Self-etch Self-adhesive Novel Flowable Composite after Salivary Contamination: An In-vitro Study Open
Introduction: Contamination of composite restoration during incremental placement leads to decrease in the incremental bond strength. Adhesive application on freshly contaminated resin surface increases the bond strength but is a complex a…
View article: A comparative evaluation of the antibacterial efficacy of Thymus vulgaris, Salvadora persica, Acacia nilotica, Calendula arvensis, and 5% sodium hypochlorite against Enterococcus faecalis: An in-vitro study
A comparative evaluation of the antibacterial efficacy of Thymus vulgaris, Salvadora persica, Acacia nilotica, Calendula arvensis, and 5% sodium hypochlorite against Enterococcus faecalis: An in-vitro study Open
5% NaOCl showed the maximum antibacterial activity, and herbal products demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against E. faecalis and can be employed as an alternative to NaOCl.
View article: Surface Hardness of Nanohybrid and Microhybrid Resin Composites Cured by Light Emitting Diode and Quartz Tungsten Halogen Light Curing Systems: An Invitro Study
Surface Hardness of Nanohybrid and Microhybrid Resin Composites Cured by Light Emitting Diode and Quartz Tungsten Halogen Light Curing Systems: An Invitro Study Open
Introduction: New generation composite resin materials have revolutionized the art of aesthetic dentistry. The clinical success is dependent on effective polymerisation and surface hardness which in turn are dependent on the performance of…
View article: Effect of Three Different Polishing Systems on Surface Texture of Nanofilled Composite- A Profilometric Study
Effect of Three Different Polishing Systems on Surface Texture of Nanofilled Composite- A Profilometric Study Open
Introduction: Improper finishing and polishing of composite resins always present a problem to dental practitioner. Advances in composite resin materials and the instruments used for finishing and polishing has revolutionised the art of ae…
View article: Wrong Tooth Extraction - A Cut Throat in Dental Practice: An Evidence Based Literature Review
Wrong Tooth Extraction - A Cut Throat in Dental Practice: An Evidence Based Literature Review Open
Background: Despite the fact that many interventions are followed, medical error such as wrong site, wrong person and wrong procedure continues to be a menace amongst the medical fraternity.Although lot of protocols exists to prevent this …
View article: Christmas disease: diagnosis and management of a haemorrhagic diathesis following dentofacial trauma
Christmas disease: diagnosis and management of a haemorrhagic diathesis following dentofacial trauma Open
Haemorrhagic diathesis has been of much concern to health professionals including dentists. It is not infrequent that a dentist becomes the first person to diagnose a bleeding disorder while performing dental treatment. Haemophilia is an X…