Investigation of the Effects of Different Activation Techniques on the Penetration and Distribution of Novel Nanoparticle-Based Irrigants Within the Root Canal System

Background and Objective: This study investigated the effects of different activation techniques on the penetration and distribution of nanoparticle-based irrigants in root canals. Materials and Methods: Forty-five extracted mandibular premolars were divided into three groups: conventional syringe i...

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Main Authors: R Ambika Kumari, CK Vipin, Palanisamy Nandhini, Rohit Vadlamani, Krutika Kadam, Sabari Murugesan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2024-12-01
Series:Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
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Online Access:https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1103_24
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Summary:Background and Objective: This study investigated the effects of different activation techniques on the penetration and distribution of nanoparticle-based irrigants in root canals. Materials and Methods: Forty-five extracted mandibular premolars were divided into three groups: conventional syringe irrigation (control), ultrasonic activation, and laser activation, each using silver nanoparticles. Confocal laser scanning microscopy and Image J software analyzed penetration depth. Results: The mean penetration depths of 2.79 mm (control), 6.58 mm (laser), and 5.37 mm (ultrasonic). Welch’s one-way ANOVA revealed significant differences (P < 0.001), with laser activation achieving the greatest penetration. Conclusion: Laser activation of AgNPs enhances root canal disinfection compared to other methods.
ISSN:0976-4879
0975-7406