Irrigation Protocols for Bioceramic Sealers: an in vitro study

The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the effect of smear layer removal and retention using two different final irrigating solutions on the dislocation resistance of a calcium-silicate-based sealer cement- CeraSeal, compared to an epoxy-resin-based sealer- AH Plus.The results showed that smear layer removal enhanced the POBS of one sealer whereas it acted negatively for another. Hence, it is important to know if smear layer removal should be done for a specific category of sealers.

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Dr. Swapnali Nikam- MDS (Dentisteria Conservadora, Endodontia e Estética Dentária)- Consultor Endodontista, Mumbai.Dr. Ashwini Dadpe- MDS. Professor no Sinhgad Dental College & Hospital, Pune.Dr. Dipali Shah- MDS. Chefe do Departamento & Professor no Sinhgad Dental College & Hospital, Pune.