An in vitro evaluation of various irrigation techniques for the re oval of double antibiotic paste fro root canal surfaces
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ORAL SCIENCE, vol.24, no.6, pp.568-574, 2016 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 24 Issue: 6
- Publication Date: 2016
- Doi Number: 10.1590/1678-775720160286
- Journal Name: JOURNAL OF APPLIED ORAL SCIENCE
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.568-574
- Keywords: Endodontics, Lasers, Sodium hypochlorite, Therapeutic irrigation, Ultrasonic therapy
- Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: No
Abstract
Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of conventional syringe irrigations, passive ultrasonic irrigation (PUI), Vibringe, CanalBrush, XP-endo Finisher, and laser-activated irrigation (LAI) systems in removing double antibiotic paste (DAP) from root canals. Material and Methods: One hundred five extracted single-rooted teeth were instrumented. The roots were split longitudinally. Three standard grooves were created and covered with DAP. The roots were distributed into seven groups: Group 1, beveled needle irrigation; Group 2, double side-vented needle irrigation; Group 3, CanalBrush; Group 4, XP-endo Finisher; Group 5, Vibringe; Group 6, PUI; Group 7, LAI. The amount of remaining DAP was scored under a stereomicroscope. Results: Group 4, Group 6, and Group 7 removed significantly more DAP than the other protocols in the coronal region. Group 7 was more efficient in the middle region; however, no significant difference was found between Group 7 and Group 6. No differences were found between groups in the apical region either, except for the comparisons between groups 7 and 2, and groups 2 and 3. Conclusions: None of the investigated protocols were able to completely remove the DAP from the grooves. The Vibringe and XP-endo Finisher systems showed results similar to those of conventional needle irrigation.