[Antimicrobial effect of NaoCl, hydrated Ca[OH2], thyme oil and normal saline as irrigating solutions on black pigmented and strep viridance]

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Bacteria and their by-products are the main cause of pulpal and periapical diseases. Complete debridment and disinfection of the root canal is essential in order to sustain the long term successful results following root canal therapy. This study aims at comparing the antibacterial effect of NaoCl, Thyme oil, Hydrated Calcium Oxide and Normal Saline on selected bacteria isolated from infected root canals