ArticleJournal of conservative dentistry and endodontics2025
Comparative evaluation of light-emitting diode versus diode laser in photoactivated disinfection for endodontic retreatment: An
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- Comparative evaluation of photosensitizers nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dots and indocyanine green againstJournal of conservative dentistry and endodontics · 2026Article
- Effect of an 810 nm diode laser on postoperative pain after single-visit root canal treatment in teeth with apical periodontitis: A randomized clinical trial.Journal of conservative dentistry and endodontics · 2026Article
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Abstract
Introduction: Persistent endodontic infections often occur due to surviving or reintroduced microorganisms. Thus, effective disinfection is the key point for successful endodontic retreatment. Various advanced techniques have been invented to enhance the effectiveness of NaOCl, the standard irrigant. Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of photodynamic disinfection with light-emitting diode (LED) and lasers as adjuncts to sodium hypochlorite in endodontic nonsurgical retreatment cases. Methodology: Sixty-six symptomatic patients, aged 18-80 years requiring endodontic nonsurgical retreatment, were included. They were divided into three groups: Group ST (sodium hypochlorite), Group SD (LED activation), and Group SL (laser activation). Microbiological samples were collected pre- and postintervention. Microbiological analysis included aerobic/anaerobic cultures and polymerase chain reaction for uncultivable organisms. Results: Group ST was most effective against Conclusion: NaOCl is better than both LED and diode laser photoactivated disinfection (PAD) for endodontic retreatment, especially against
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