- •Foreword
- •Preface
- •Acknowledgments
- •Contents
- •Contributors
- •Introduction
- •Resistance to Antimicrobials
- •Bacterial Cells That Persist
- •Markers of Cell Viability
- •Surface Coating
- •Concluding Remarks
- •References
- •A Brief History of the First Studies on Root Canal Anatomy
- •Computational Methods for the Study of Root Canal Anatomy
- •References
- •Introduction
- •Syringes
- •Needles
- •Physical Properties of Irrigants
- •Irrigant Refreshment
- •Wall Shear Stress
- •Apical Vapor Lock
- •Anatomical Challenges
- •Summary: Clinical Tips
- •References
- •Introduction
- •Challenges of Root Canal Irrigation
- •In Vitro: Direct Contact Tests
- •In Vivo Models
- •Sampling Methods
- •Models to Study Cleaning of Isthmus Areas
- •Dentin Canals
- •Lateral Canals
- •Smear Layer
- •New Models to Study Irrigation
- •Measuring Antibacterial Activity
- •Inaccessible Root Canal Areas
- •Particle Image Velocimetry
- •Irrigation Pressure in the Apical Canal
- •Wall Shear Stress/Wall Velocity
- •Needle Design
- •Conclusions
- •References
- •Antiseptic Solutions
- •Sodium Hypochlorite
- •Mode of Action
- •Concentration
- •Volume
- •Time
- •Effect on the Dentin
- •Depth of Penetration
- •Limitations
- •Clinical Recommendation
- •Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHX) [6]
- •Molecular Structure
- •Mode of Action
- •Substantivity
- •Chlorhexidine as an Endodontic Irrigant
- •Allergic Reactions to Chlorhexidine
- •Limitations
- •Clinical Recommendations
- •Decalcifying Agents
- •Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid
- •History
- •Mode of Action
- •Applications in Endodontics
- •Interaction Between CHX and NaOCl
- •Interaction Between CHX and EDTA
- •Interaction Between EDTA and NaOCl
- •Clinical Recommendations
- •HEBP
- •Effect of Temperature
- •NaOCl + Heat
- •EDTA + Heat
- •CHX + Heat
- •Combinations and Solutions with Detergents
- •BioPure MTAD and Tetraclean
- •Mode of Action
- •Smear Layer Removal
- •Clinical Trials
- •Protocol for Use
- •QMiX
- •Protocol
- •Smear Layer Removal
- •Clinical Trials
- •Disinfection Protocol Suggested
- •References
- •Microbial Control: History
- •NaOCl: Cytotoxicity
- •NaOCl: Complications
- •Maxillary Sinus Considerations
- •Intraosseous Injection
- •The Peck Case History
- •Informed Consent
- •Conclusion
- •References
- •Introduction
- •On Apical Transportation
- •Role of the Patency File on Irrigant Penetration into the Apical Third of Root Canals
- •The Use and Effect of the Patency File in Cleaning of the Root Canals in Teeth with Vital Pulps
- •References
- •Static Versus Dynamic Irrigation
- •The Vapor Lock Effect
- •MDA Mode of Use
- •Conclusion
- •References
- •Apical Negative Pressure
- •The EndoVac System
- •Method of Use
- •Debris Removal
- •Microbial Control
- •Smear Layer Removal
- •Apical Vapour Lock
- •Calcium Hydroxide Removal
- •Sodium Hypochlorite Incidents
- •Safety
- •Conclusion
- •References
- •10: Sonic and Ultrasonic Irrigation
- •Introduction
- •Ultrasonic Activation
- •Ultrasonic Energy Generation
- •Debris and Smear Layer Removal
- •Safety
- •Laser-Activated Irrigation (LAI)
- •Sonic Activation
- •Debris and Smear Layer Removal
- •Safety
- •Summary
- •References
- •The Self-Adjusting File (SAF) System
- •The Self-Adjusting File (SAF)
- •The RDT Handpiece Head
- •EndoStation/VATEA Irrigation Pumps
- •Mode of Irrigation by the SAF System
- •Positive Pressure Irrigation
- •Negative Pressure Irrigation
- •No-Pressure Irrigation
- •Mode of Action of EDTA
- •Mode of Cleaning with the SAF System
- •Disinfection of Oval Canals
- •Effect of Cleaning on Obturation
- •The Challenge of Isthmuses
- •The Challenge of Immature Teeth
- •References
- •12: Ozone Application in Endodontics
- •Introduction
- •Applications of Ozone in Medicine
- •Ozone in Dentistry
- •Effects on Dentin Bonding
- •Ozone in Endodontics
- •Antibacterial Activity
- •Antifungal Activity
- •Ozone and Endotoxin
- •Conclusion
- •References
- •Newer Laser Technology
- •PIPS
- •PIPS Protocol
- •References
- •Introduction
- •Conclusion
- •References
- •Introduction
- •History
- •The Rationale for Local Application of Antibiotics
- •Tetracyclines
- •Structure and Mechanisms of Action
- •Properties
- •Applications in Endodontics
- •Substantivity of Tetracyclines
- •MTAD
- •Antimicrobial Activity
- •Substantivity of MTAD
- •Smear Layer Removal and Effect on Dentin
- •Toxicity of MTAD
- •Tetraclean
- •Antibacterial Activity
- •Substantivity of Tetraclean
- •Smear Layer Removal Ability
- •Ledermix Paste
- •Triple Antibiotic Paste
- •Conclusions
- •References
- •16: Intracanal Medication
- •The Infectious Problem
- •Calcium Hydroxide
- •Vehicles for Calcium Hydroxide
- •Mechanisms of Antimicrobial Effects
- •Combination with Biologically Active Vehicles
- •Paste in CPMC
- •Paste in CHX
- •Chlorhexidine Alone for Intracanal Medication
- •Other Intracanal Medicaments
- •Other Indications for Intracanal Medication
- •References
- •Introduction
- •Missing Canals
- •Vertical Root Fracture
- •Infection
- •Removal of Filling Material
- •Carrier-Based Filling Materials
- •Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl)
- •Chelants
- •Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA)
- •Chlorhexidine Digluconate (CHX)
- •Concluding Remarks
- •References
- •Introduction
- •Irrigation Techniques
- •Concluding Remarks
- •References
- •19: Conclusion and Final Remarks
- •Index
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Fig. 14.5 Representative image of the light-scattering intensity of each group. Image J software transforms the black-white image in a false color image according to the light intensity between values minimum of 0 for no light and 256 for maximum light intensity. (a) G3, irradiation
Conclusion
Elimination of bacterial bioÞlm from the infected root canal system remains to be the primary focus in the management of endodontic disease. Current research is directed to potentiate the antibioÞlm efÞcacy of PDT by developing newer photosensitizers, by altering the photosensitizer formulation, and by combining the advantages of photodynamic effect with bioactive antimicrobial microparticles [56, 60, 84] and nanoparticles [48, 61, 74]. The key to the successful application of these newer antibacterial strategies for the
with the larger laser tip; (b) G4, irradiation with the smaller laser tip; and (c) G5, irradiation with the laser optical Þber/diffuser (Adapted with permission from Garcez et al. [67])
treatment of root canal bioÞlms is to address all the tissue-speciÞc issues in entirety rather than focusing only on the antibacterial aspect. Further research is mandatory to improve the antibioÞlm efÞcacy of PDT in the presence of tissue inhibitors, to optimize light delivery within the root canal, and to optimize new photosensitizers and/or formulations for application within the root canal. A standardized protocol for photosensitization and light activation is paramount for endodontic disinfection using PDT.
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Table 14.2 Laser parameters of studies showing positive outcomes of photodynamic therapy toward elimination of Enterococcus faecalis from infected root canals
|
Laser |
Diameter |
Power |
Power |
Energy |
Duration of |
|
Authors |
wavelength |
of Þber |
output |
density |
ßuence |
irradiation |
Photosensitizer |
et al. |
(nm) |
in μm |
(in mW) |
(mW/cm2) |
(in J/cm2) |
(in min) |
(concentration in μg/mL) |
Bago et al. |
660 |
320 |
100 |
− |
− |
1 |
(a) Phenothiazine chloride |
[70] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(103 μg/mL) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(b) TBO (155 μg/mL) |
Vaziri |
625 |
− |
− |
200 |
12 |
1 |
TBO (15 μg/mL) |
et al. [71] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Foschi |
665 |
500 |
− |
100 |
60 |
5 |
MB (6.25 μg/mL) |
et al. [65] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Soukos |
665 |
500 |
1,000 |
100 |
30 |
5 |
MB (25 μg/mL) |
et al. [34] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Rios et al. |
628 |
− |
− |
− |
− |
0.5 |
TBO (−) |
[73] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Pagonis |
665 |
250 |
1,000 |
100 |
60 |
10 |
MB (6.25 μg/mL) |
et al. [74] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fonseca |
660 |
600 |
50 |
− |
400 |
5 |
TBO (−) |
et al. [75] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Bergmans |
635 |
300 |
100 |
− |
− |
1.5 |
TBO |
et al. [76] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(12.5 × 103 μg/mL) |
Poggio |
628 |
− |
1,000 |
− |
− |
0.5 |
(a) TBO (100 μg/mL) |
et al. [77] |
|
|
|
|
|
1.5 |
(b) TBO (100 μg/mL) |
Nagayoshi |
805 |
400 |
5,000 |
− |
− |
2 |
Indocyanine green |
et al. [78] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(12.5 × 103 μg/mL) |
Schlafer |
628 |
4 × 103 |
1,000 |
− |
− |
0.5 |
TBO (100 μg/mL) |
et al. [79] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Garcez |
660 |
200 |
40 |
− |
− |
4 |
Conjugate between |
et al. [37] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
polyethylenimine and chlorin |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(~19 μg/mL) |
Adapted and modiÞed with permission from Siddiqui et al. [69]
MB methylene blue, TBO toluidine blue
Table 14.3 Laser parameters of studies that reported photodynamic therapy to be ineffective toward elimination of Enterococcus faecalis from infected root canals
|
Laser |
|
Power |
|
Energy |
Duration of |
Photosensitizer |
Authors |
wavelength |
Diameter of |
output |
Power density |
ßuence |
irradiation |
(concentration in |
et al. |
(nm) |
Þber in μm |
(in mW) |
(mW/cm2) |
(in J/cm2) |
(in min) |
μg/mL) |
Nunes |
660 |
216 |
90 |
− |
− |
5 |
MB (100 μg/mL) |
et al. [72] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Hecker |
635 |
− |
200 |
− |
− |
6 |
TBO (−) |
et al. [80] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Souza |
660 |
300 |
40 |
− |
− |
4 |
(a) MB (−) |
et al. [81] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(b) TBO (−) |
Cheng |
660 |
2,000 |
200 |
− |
− |
1 |
MB (10 μg/ml) |
et al. [83] |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Adapted and modiÞed with permission from Siddiqui et al. [69]
MB methylene blue, TBO toluidine blue
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