Open AccessComparative Evaluation of Different Modes of Laser Assisted Endodontics in Primary Teeth: An In vitro Study
Author(s) -
Prabhakar Attiguppe
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
journal of clinical and diagnostic research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2249-782X
pISSN - 0973-709X
DOI - 10.7860/jcdr/2017/24001.9755
Subject(s) - sodium hypochlorite , enterococcus faecalis , endodontics , dentistry , root canal , laser , photodynamic therapy , medicine , irradiation , endodontic therapy , chemistry , bacteria , biology , staphylococcus aureus , physics , organic chemistry , nuclear physics , optics , genetics
The presence of bacteria in root canals has been considered to be responsible for endodontic treatment failure, even in case of primary teeth. The use of lasers can be a valuable addition in removing bacterial load in areas where traditional methods may fail to succeed. Methods like direct laser irradiation of canals, Laser Activated Irrigation (LAI) with sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) and Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) seem to be a promising alternative for disinfection.