The aim of this study was to systematically review and critically analyse the published data
on the treatment outcome (primary outcome) and on the cleaning and disinfection of root …

The authoritative reference that continues to present a systematic analysis of the scientific
basis of endodontology The third edition of Essential Endodontology: Prevention and …

Root canal debridement, which includes the removal of infected tissues and microbial
biofilms, is considered the corner stone of root canal treatment. Chemical adjuncts play a …

Introduction Chronic apical periodontitis (CAP) is a frequent condition that has a
considerable effect on a patient's quality of life. We aimed to reveal root canal microbial …

Endodontic irrigation aims to clean and disinfect the root canal system. Passive ultrasonic
irrigation (PUI) is based on the use of an ultrasound-activated instrument into the root canal …

The diagnosis of any form of apical periodontitis is generally considered a need to treat the
condition. There are three good reasons for attempting to cure also chronic, asymptomatic …

Objectives The aim of this study was to investigate the inflammatory infiltrate, osteoclast
formation, and expression of MMP-9 during the healing phase following root canal treatment …

The aim of this study was to evaluate the bacterial reduction promoted by ProTaper Next and
Twisted File by comparing to ProTaper Universal and manual technique. Sixty distobuccal …

Objectives The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of apical negative pressure
irrigation (ANP) and passive ultrasonic irrigation (PUI) with apical positive pressure irrigation …

Aim: The aim was to evaluate the bacterial reduction achieved by ProTaper Next (PTN)
system in root canals contaminated with Enterococcus faecalis. ProTaper Universal (PTU) …