Investigation of the hydration process and biological activity of a novel nanosilver incorporated dicalcium silicate based retrograde filling material.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although several materials have been used for retrograde filling following apical surgeries, there is no consensus on a single best material. Tricalcium silicate-based types of cement have been developed as root-end filling materials mainly due to tricalcium silicate's hydraulic properties. However, its unfavorable setting characteristics and minimal antimicrobial properties have necessitated the introduction of new additives into the existing commercially available materials. To design an affordable product based on a dicalcium silicate with a shorter set time, minimal cytotoxic complications, and enhanced antibacterial activity, we developed a new endodontic cement from pure raw materials, intending to satisfy the prerequisites of ideal retrograde material.

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SUBMITTER: Dsouza T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9899052 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature