Final irrigation protocols in Endodontics: systematic review

Marilia Fagury Videira Marceliano-Alves, Juliana Teixeira Lima, Flávio Rodrigues Ferreira Alves

Introduction: The mechanical action of instruments throughout the root canal system is limited to the main canal, which valorizvalueses the need for an irrigant with optimal properties in order to enhance cleaning and disinfection. Objective: The aim of this study was to carry out a review about different final irrigation protocols adopted in Endodontics. Methods: In vitro and in vivo studies were selected to highlight solutions, possible associations and agitation methods. RESULTS: The need for more than one substance during preparation was evinced, and so was the association with a chelating agent, under agitation, as means to enhance disinfection of root canals. Conclusion: 2.5% NaOCl associated with 17% EDTA or MTAD or 2% CHX , under agitation, seem to be the combinations considered by the literature as the most effective. They may be, therefore, indicated as final solutions in Endodontics.

Keywords: Endodontics. Root canal irrigants. Root canal preparation.

How to cite: Marceliano-Alves MFV, Lima JT, Alves FRF. Final irrigation protocols in Endodontics: systematic review. Dental Press Endod. 2018 Sept-Dec;8(3):24-33. DOI: https://doi.org/10.14436/2358-2545.8.3.024-033.oar

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