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What is the key objective of instrumentation and irrigation from a biological point of view?
What is the key objective of instrumentation and irrigation from a biological point of view?
- To remove all hard tissue from the root canal system
- To eradicate microorganisms in the root canal system (correct)
- To prevent the flow of irrigants into inaccessible areas
- To solely dissolve necrotic tissue and debris
Which of the following is NOT an ideal requirement for an irrigation solution?
Which of the following is NOT an ideal requirement for an irrigation solution?
- Weakening tooth structure (correct)
- Being cost-effective and easily available
- Having broad spectrum antimicrobial properties
- Being a good lubricant
What is one of the functions of irrigants in the root canal system?
What is one of the functions of irrigants in the root canal system?
- Inactivate endotoxin (correct)
- Encourage the formation of hard tissue
- Promote the growth of microorganisms
- Weaken tooth structure
Which property is important for an irrigation solution to effectively flow into inaccessible areas?
Which property is important for an irrigation solution to effectively flow into inaccessible areas?
Why are irrigants important in endodontic treatment?
Why are irrigants important in endodontic treatment?
What is the main function of using irrigants in root canal treatment?
What is the main function of using irrigants in root canal treatment?
Which factor does not modify the activity of irrigants?
Which factor does not modify the activity of irrigants?
What is one advantage of using normal saline as an irrigating solution?
What is one advantage of using normal saline as an irrigating solution?
What factor directly affects the antimicrobial effect of sodium hypochlorite in root canal irrigation?
What factor directly affects the antimicrobial effect of sodium hypochlorite in root canal irrigation?
Which chemical compound is commonly used to dissolve pulpal remnants and organic components of dentin in endodontics?
Which chemical compound is commonly used to dissolve pulpal remnants and organic components of dentin in endodontics?
