A Review of Chemical Approaches Inherent to Endodontic Disinfection Protocols: Part 2

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https://doi.org/10.17159/sadj.v80i07.22002

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hypochlorite, debridement

Abstract

Part two of this chemical endodontic disinfection protocol review discusses adjunctive practices such as irrigant activation techniques and intracanal medicaments with a look into the future of endodontics. Scientific platforms such as Pubmed and Google Scholar
were (re)searched using the keywords: endodontics, endodontic disinfection, root canal disinfection, endodontic chemical debridement, endodontic irrigation, endodontic solutions, endodontic irrigant activation, and intracanal medicaments. Relevant articles were identified, screened, reviewed, and discussed.

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2026-01-21

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Peer, F., Choonara, Y. E., & Kumar, P. (2026). A Review of Chemical Approaches Inherent to Endodontic Disinfection Protocols: Part 2. South African Dental Journal, 80(08), 422-431. https://doi.org/10.17159/sadj.v80i07.22002