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Evaluation of Antimicrobial Effectiveness of Root Canal Sealers Modified with Various Herbal Extracts against Candida
Ishan Gupta1, Manpreet Kaur2, Aruna Kanaparthy3
1Specialist Endodontist, Sharjah Specialized Dental Centre (EHS), United Arab Emirates.
Objectives:
The aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of ZOE-based, calcium hydroxide, and epoxy resin-based sealers on modification with three herbal extracts.
Materials And Methods:
Methanolic extracts of selected herbs were combined with ZOE-based, calcium hydroxide, and epoxy resin-based sealers. Cultures were prepared from E. faecalis and C. albicans and agar plates prepared. Prepared mixtures were inoculated in punched holes, and inhibitory zones were measured.
Results:
No statistical significance was obtained on comparing mean scores of test groups.
Conclusion:
None of the combinations used was found to be significantly better than others.
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