Influence of the apical enlargement size on the endotoxin level reduction of dental root canals
Gram-negative bacteria play an essential role in endodontic infections because they have virulence factors such as endotoxin. Due to its potential cytotoxic activity, special attention has been given to the removal/neutralization of this endotoxin in the root canal system. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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University of São Paulo
2012-12-01
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Series: | Journal of Applied Oral Science |
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Online Access: | http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1678-77572012000600012&lng=en&tlng=en |