Smear Layer Outcome on Healing

Abstract

The mechanical process of shaping the root canal creates a layer of organic and inorganic debris, termed the smear layer. This layer can be removed using a combination of ethylene-diamine-tetraacetic-acid (EDTA) and sodium hypochlorite (NaOCI). Smear layer removal is not the standard of care and its removal is debated. Currently, there are limited in-vivo endodontic outcome studies to aid the clinician's decision in the removal of the smear layer prior to obturation.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 31, 2015
Accession Number
AD1012743

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People

  • Frederick Iv J. Rumford

Organizations

  • Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Alkenes
  • Anti-Infective Agents
  • Bacteria
  • Bacterial Infections
  • Calcium Hydroxide
  • Citric Acid
  • Clinical Trials
  • Determinants (Mathematics)
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Infection
  • Instrumentation
  • Materials
  • Microscopy
  • Sodium Compounds
  • Standards
  • Teeth
  • Tooth Diseases

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