Comparison of the smear layer- and debris-removal abilities and the effects on dentinal microhardness of 5% and 17% EDTA solutions used as final irrigants: in vitro study

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effects on dentinal microhardness, and the smear layer- and debris-removal properties, of 5% and 17% ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) solutions when used as final irrigants. MATERIALS AND METHOD: Seventy extracted single-root hum...

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Main Authors: Gizem Demiray Kökçü, Ahmet Güral, Bülent Altunkaynak, Güven Kayaoğlu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Gazi University 2016-05-01
Series:Acta Odontologica Turcica
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Online Access:http://dergipark.ulakbim.gov.tr/gaziaot/article/view/5000155398/5000165771