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- Study highlights the importance of using effective antibacterial agents for successful endodontic treatments by comparing silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and chlorhexidine gluconate (CHX) against bacterial infection in root canals.
- A total of 44 teeth were prepared and inoculated with Enterococcus faecalis to test the efficacy of the two agents in reducing bacterial colonies.
- Results indicated that both SDF and CHX were significantly more effective in sterilizing root canals compared to control groups, suggesting SDF as a viable option for irrigation in endodontics.
Article Abstract
Context: Antisepsis achieved through appropriate use of irrigants is essential for endodontic success. Identification of newer anti-bacterial agents gives alternatives to clean the canal as eradication of the infection prior to obturation does affect prognosis.
Objective: Comparison of the anti-bacterial action of 3.8% silver diamine fluoride and 2% chlorhexidine gluconate against Enterococcus faecalis in root canals.
Materials And Methods: Forty-four single-rooted teeth were decoronated, and the root section was enlarged with peeso-reamer (No: 3) to standardize length and diameter. The samples were then autoclaved and divided into two study groups and two control groups. Enterococcus faecalis ATCC 29212 was inoculated into all test samples for 72 hours. The samples were enlarged with peeso-reamer (No: 5) after placement of respective medicament for 24 hours. Shavings were collected and inoculated on Brain Heart Infusion agar for 24 hrs to measure the colony forming units.
Results: Both 3.8% silver diamine fluoride and 2% chlorhexidine showed a superior capacity to sterilize the root canals than control groups.
Conclusion: The use of silver diamine fluoride as an endodontic irrigant is feasible as it can effectively remove the microbes present in the canal and circumpulpal dentin.
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