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English

Publication Date

4-29-2025

Journal

Dentistry Journal

DOI

10.3390/dj13050195

PMID

40422615

PMCID

PMC12110141

PubMedCentral® Posted Date

4-29-2025

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Abstract

Background: Pulp tissue debridement and the eradication of microorganisms from an infected root canal system before obturation is a primary focus of endodontic treatment and the best predictor for the long-term success of endodontic treatment. Objective: The purpose of this in vitro laboratory study was to evaluate pulp tissue debridement and the disinfection efficacy of two different Er;Cr:YSGG laser units, with a 2790 nm wavelength, compared to ultrasonic-activated irrigation (UAI) in root canals infected with Enterococcus faecalis.

Methods: Human non-infected mandibular first molars were extracted, disinfected, and cultured with Enterococcus faecalis. Different types of Er;Cr:YSGG laser irrigation and UAI were performed according to the manufacturers' protocols. The teeth were then processed for bacteriological and SEM analyses.

Results: The different laser-activated irrigation protocols showed multiple areas of remaining bacteria, biofilm, tissue, and thermal ablation. The laser fiber tips also displayed significant tip degradation after use, which might affect efficacy.

Conclusions: In this in vitro study, laser-activated irrigation using Er;Cr:YSGG technology and UAI were inefficient in eliminating pulp tissue from difficult-to-reach areas and Enterococcus faecalis from infected root canals.

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