Abstract:Background: Since pulp infection plays an important role in the development of periradicular lesions, endodontic treatment should be directed to eliminate bacterial and theirproducts. However, currently 20% of cases of apical periodontitis are not resolved after root canal treatment and therefore required for new root canal disinfection. The most commonly used irrigation material today is NaOCl 2.5%. However, NaOCl has negative effects, including being toxic when the material is injected into the periradicular… Show more
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