Questions and Answers
What is the Smear Layer composed of?
Dentin particles, pulp tissue remnants, bacterial components, and retained irrigants
Why is it important to remove the Smear Layer?
To allow medicaments to penetrate dentinal tubules
What is the most commonly used irrigating solution in root canal treatment?
Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl)
What is the ability of Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl)?
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What is the mode of action of Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl)?
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What is the result of peptide links being fragmented and proteins disintegrate?
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What is formed when Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) contacts tissue proteins?
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What is the importance of Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) in endodontics?
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What is the characteristic of an ideal irrigant?
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What is the result of using Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) in root canal treatment?
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