Aims: The existing study aimed to assess the survival rate of S.mutans and shear bond strength (SBS) of resin adhesive restoration bonded to carious affected dentin (CAD) after using different cavity disinfectants (Chitosan, Fotoenticine®, and CO laser) in comparison to Chlorhexidine (CHX).
Materials And Methods: The study included human mandibular molars assessed on International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) score 4 and 5.