In vitro evaluation of the antimicrobial activity of some endodontic sealers
Journal Title: RSBO - Year 2009, Vol 6, Issue 4
Abstract
Introduction: When performing endodontic treatment, the dental surgeon must find ways to eliminate or reduce the microorganisms situated in the root canal in cases of pulpal necrosis. Objective: To analyze the antimicrobial action of Endofill, Sealer 26, AHPlus and Acroseal endodontic sealers. Material and methods: Evaluation was made by Agar diffusion method in plates previously inoculated with the following microorganisms: E. coli, E. faecalis, B. cereus and S. aureus.The zones of inhibition were measured after 48 hours of incubation at 37°C. Results: Acroseal sealer showed no antimicrobial activity against E. coli and E. faecalis and it showed moderate activity against B. cereus and S. aureus; AHPlus and Endofill showed high activity mainly against E. coli; Sealer 26 showed moderate activity against all of the microorganisms used. Conclusion: The majority of endodontic sealers have showed antimicrobial activity against the microorganisms used. AHPlus and Endofill sealers were the ones that showed greater antimicrobial activity.
Authors and Affiliations
Denise LEONARDI, Júlio BATTISTI, Dyego KLIMIONT, Paulo TOMAZINHO, Flares BARATTO FILHO, Gisele HARAGUSHIKU, Flávia TOMAZINHO
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