OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to gather information about the quality and quantity of root canal treatments carried out by general dental practitioners in Turkey. METHODS Questionnaires were given to 1400 dentists who attended the 16th National Congress organized by the Turkish Dental Association. The participants were asked to answer 34 multiple-choice questions. The questions were su...

INTRODUCTION The aim of this study was to evaluate the biofilm dissolution and cleaning ability of different irrigant solutions on intraorally infected dentin. METHODS One hundred twenty bovine dentin specimens were infected intraorally by using a removable orthodontic device. Thirty samples were used for each irrigant solution: 2% chlorhexidine and 1%, 2.5%, and 5.25% sodium hypochlorite (Na...

Fourteen disinfectants were tested in vitro for activity against soil bacteria and fungi attached to a boot worn in New Zealand, and then eight were further evaluated on three types of field-worn footwear. From in vitro tests sodium hypochlorite (JanolaTM), calcium hypochlorite (Haz-TabTM) and a quaternary ammonium product (Trimove) gave almost complete kill of bacteria. Four disinfectants (sod...

OBJECTIVES The present in vivo study was designed to assess the efficacy of 3 root canal disinfection protocols in immature dog teeth with apical periodontitis (AP). MATERIAL AND METHODS Forty immature premolars with pulp necrosis and AP of five Beagle dogs were used. Three experimental disinfection protocols were established. After irrigation with 40 ml 5.25% sodium hypochlorite using the En...

Nigella sativa (kalonji) has been used since ancient times as a nutritional supplement and for treating various infections chronic ailments. As pathogens become resistant to most drugs, kalonji can be an alternative compound in modern medicines. The use of herbal extracts endodontic irrigants might beneficial part growing trend seek natural remedies dental treatment.
 Aim: To compare the a...

INTRODUCTION The root canal anatomy of the teeth is very complex. Complete debridement of the root canals is a challenge and is very important for the success of the root canal treatment. Hence, this study was done to find an effective irrigant which can be used during root canal treatment. OBJECTIVE The bactericidal effect of a potential root canal irrigant was compared with two commonly use...

Disinfectant tunnels have attracted attention as a potential measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but their safety and effectiveness are questionable. Disinfectants such sodium hypochlorite were used, yet no scientific evidence is available on its eliminate SARS-CoV-2 human body through spraying, although this chemical effective in elimination virus inanimate surfaces. Since issues import...

OBJECTIVES the purpose of this study was to compare debris removal and open tubules effectiveness of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) and chlorhexidine (CHX) applied as final irrigation in different protocols Study Design: sixty extracted premolars were divided into six groups according to the final irrigation technique: A and B 3 % NaOCl or 2 % CHX with the Miraject needle and no agitation; C and D...