Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of Sodium Hypochlorite, Ozone, Diode Laser, and Photodynamic Therapy Against Enterococcus faecalis and Streptococcus mutans: An In-Vitro Study.

Key Points

• The study aims to evaluate the antimicrobial effectiveness of sodium hypochlorite and alternative therapies against specific oral bacteria.
• In-vitro analysis of sodium hypochlorite, ozone, diode laser, and photodynamic therapy against Enterococcus faecalis and Streptococcus mutans.
• Comparison of antimicrobial efficacy among different treatment options.
• Sodium hypochlorite proved to be the most effective agent for root canal disinfection.
• Ozone and photodynamic therapy demonstrated moderate efficacy, especially against Streptococcus mutans.