18 Questions
What is the mechanism of action of demeclocycline in reducing bacterial growth?
Inhibition of ribosomal protein synthesis
What is a potential concern regarding the use of intracanal antibiotic pastes?
Bacterial resistance
What is the advantage of using a syringe and needle to apply an irrigant into a canal?
It provides exact placement of the irrigant
What is a reported effect of using minocycline in intracanal pastes?
Tooth discoloration
What is the alternative to triple antibiotic paste that has been considered in some cases?
Ca(OH)2
What is the purpose of using a triple antibiotic paste in endodontic therapy?
To eradicate bacteria
What is the primary objective of mechanical irrigation in endodontic disinfection?
To flush out debris
What is the definition of aspiration in the context of endodontic treatment?
The process of removing fluids or gases from the body with a suction device
What is the primary reason for removing the smear layer during instrumentation?
To facilitate the penetration of antibacterial agents
What is the term used to describe the flow and penetration of irrigants within the root canal system?
Irrigation hydrodynamics
What is the primary function of an irrigant in endodontic treatment?
To disinfect the canal
What is the term used to describe an agent that destroys or inhibits the activity of microorganisms that cause disease?
Disinfectant
What is the primary reason the Er:YAG laser wavelength is suitable for use in root canal treatment?
Its high affinity to hydroxyapatite
What is the term for the process of using laser energy to activate irrigant solutions at a molecular level?
Photo-Activated Disinfection (PAD)
What is the term for the two-step procedure involving the introduction of a photosensitizer followed by light illumination of the sensitized tissue?
Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy (APDT)
What is the effect of combining a photosensitizer with light illumination in Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy (APDT)?
Synergism effect to produce antibacterial action
What is the primary mechanism of antimicrobial action in Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)?
Cell lysis
What is the benefit of using laser energy in root canal treatment?
Improved antibacterial efficacy
This quiz covers the composition and mechanism of action of Triple Antibiotic Paste, a medicament used in dentistry to treat acute inflammatory conditions. Learn about its active ingredients, indications, and effects on pulp and periodontium.
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