Calcium hydroxide in endodontics. Antimicrobial activity of calcium hydroxide associated with a new vehicle (Triethanolamine).
Paper published in BDS with Profs. Jacy Simi Jr (SP), Ricardo Machado (SC), Luiz Vansan (USP), Emanuel Silva (UFF RJ) and other colleagues.
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial capacity of calcium hydroxide associated with two conventional vehicles (liquid anesthetic and olive oil) and a new vehicle (Triethanolamine).
Material and Methods: Initially, microorganisms were collected from four upper incisors of the same patient
that had unsatisfactory endodontic treatment and persistent apical periodontitis using sterile absorbent paper cones inserted into the root canals after removal of the filling material. These were then cultured in BHI for 24 h and placed in 10 Petri dishes with three holes filled with the evaluated medications. After 48 and 72 h, the inhibition halos were gauged. Results: After applying the Kruskal-Wallis test with a significance level of 1% (α = 0.01) it was observed that, calcium hydroxide associated with Triethanolamine, showed similar results to those produced by the anesthetic liquid. Both combinations were superior to calcium hydroxide conveyed in olive oil.
Conclusion: Considering the results of this in vitro study, it is possible to conclude that Triethanolamine may be a viable alternative to be used as a vehicle associated with calcium hydroxide.
Keywords: Pharmaceutical vehicles; Calcium hydroxide; Endodontics; Triethanolamine.
Calcium hydroxide in endodontics.
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