Intracanal medicaments

Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy using a low-power 650 nm laser to inhibit oral Candida albicans activity: an in vitro study

“…This condition is increasingly observed in modern clinical settings, often in individuals with compromised immune systems. The presence of these strains contributes to heightened pathogenicity and frequently leads to innate resistance against various antifungal medications, as documented in prior studies [ 10 - 12 , 15 , 25 - 32 ]. Given the rising incidence of resistance to conventional antimicrobials, exploring alternative therapeutic approaches, including the application of laser light, has become imperative [ 33 , 34 - 38 ].…”

Effect of Herbal Intracanal Medicaments on Microhardness of Root Dentin: An In Vitro Study

“…The potential adverse effects associated with CH have sparked a growing interest in natural alternatives for endodontic medicaments. These alternatives encompass a polyherb (triphala) containing Emblica officinalis (amla), Terminalia belerica (baheda), and Terminalia chebula (chebulic myrobalan), chitosan, Aloe barbadensis Miller (Aloe vera), Curcuma longa (turmeric), Allium sativum (garlic), propolis (bee glue), Morinda citrifolia (Noni), Acacia nilotica (gum Arabic tree or Babul), Salvadora persica (miswak) solution, Camellia Sinensis (green tea) polyphenols, and more [12]. Herbal products are valued for their biocompatibility, potent anti-inflammatory, good antibacterial, and antioxidant properties [12,13].…”

Effect of Propolis on Root Dentine Microhardness When Used as an Intracanal Medicament: An In Vitro Study

“…These include propolis, Aloe Vera ( Aloe barbadensis miller ), Curcuma longa ( Turmeric ), Salvadora Persica Solution ( Miswak-siwak ), Acacia nilotica ( Babool ), Morinda Citrifolia ( noni ), chitosan, garlic ( Allium satium ), and Triphala and green tea polyphenols. Natural products are known for their high antibacterial, biocompatible, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties [ 13 ].…”