ArticleInternational journal of clinical pediatric dentistry2026
Root Canal Disinfection in Primary Teeth: A Comparative Assessment of Visible Light Diode Laser and Ozonated Water.
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Aim and background: Efficient disinfection of root canals in primary teeth is essential for sustained therapeutic success. The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial impact of visible light, diode laser, and ozonated water on microorganisms of endodontic origin in root canals of primary teeth. Materials and methods: A total of 30 primary teeth from children between the ages of 4 and 6 years, who had been diagnosed with a clinical necessity for pulpectomy, participated in a randomized clinical trial. Depending on the intracanal disinfection method used, the chosen teeth were randomized to one of three experimental groups ( Results: All three disinfection methods showed statistically significant intragroup reductions in anaerobic bacterial counts ( Conclusion: Diode laser demonstrated superior antimicrobial efficacy in primary root canals, with ozonated water performing comparably well. Both are viable, biocompatible alternatives to conventional chemical irrigants. Visible light, though less effective, still achieved significant microbial reduction and may serve as an adjunct in disinfection protocols. According to these results, pediatric endodontic practice should incorporate ozonated water and diode lasers for canal disinfection. How to cite this article: Tyagi K, Choubey S, Kapoor R,
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