Root canal instrumentation produces a layer of organic and inorganic material called the
smear layer that may also contain bacteria and their by‐products. It can prevent the …

Chelating agents were introduced into endodontics as an aid for the preparation of narrow
and calcified root canals in 1957 by Nygaard‐Østby. A liquid solution of …

It has been recognized for many years that root canal instrumentation produces a smear
layer that covers the surfaces of prepared canal walls. This layer contains inorganic and …

The purpose of this systematic review was to determine whether smear layer removal
reduces leakage of obturated human teeth in vitro. PubMed was searched for articles …

Various organic acids, ultrasonic instruments, and lasers have been used to remove the
smear layer from the surface of instrumented root canals. The purpose of this study was to …

There is growing evidence that the role of lipids in innate immunity is more important than
previously realized. How lipids interact with bacteria to achieve a level of protection …

The purpose of this study was twofold: first, to determine the influence on the healing of the
periapical tissues when selected bacterial strains and combinations thereof remain after root …

INTRODUCTION: This study examined the ability of two versions of QMix, an experimental
antimicrobial irrigant, on removal of canal wall smear layers and debris using an open canal …

Abstract Abstract Saleh IM, Ruyter IE, Haapasalo M, Ørstavik D. The effects of dentine
pretreatment on the adhesion of root-canal sealers. International Endodontic Journal, 35 …

This study compared the in vitro efficacy of Smear Clear (Sybron Endo, CA), a 17%
ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) solution with surfactants, to 17% EDTA, with and …