This paper explores the novel photodynamic therapy (PDT) for antimicrobial disinfection of root canals.  The combination of an effective photosensitizer, the appropriate wavelength of light and ambient oxygen is the key factor in PDT.  PDT uses a specific wavelength of light to activate a non-toxic dye (photosensitizer), leading to the formation of reactive oxygen species.  In, addition PDT may enhance cross-linking of collagen fibrils in the dentin matrix and thereby improving dentin stability.  The concept of PDT is plausible and could foster new therapy concepts for endodontics.  This article discusses PDT as related to root canal disinfection, including its components, mechanism of action, reviews the current endodontic literature and also highlights the shortcomings and advancements in PDT techniques.
PDT
This paper explores the novel photodynamic therapy (PDT) for antimicrobial disinfection of root canals.  The combination of an effective photosensitizer, the appropriate wavelength of light and ambient oxygen is the key factor in PDT.  PDT uses a specific wavelength of light to activate a non-toxic dye (photosensitizer), leading to the formation of reactive oxygen species.  In, addition PDT may enhance cross-linking of collagen fibrils in the dentin matrix and thereby improving dentin stability.  The concept of PDT is plausible and could foster new therapy concepts for endodontics.  This article discusses PDT as related to root canal disinfection, including its components, mechanism of action, reviews the current endodontic literature and also highlights the shortcomings and advancements in PDT techniques.
PDT
This paper explores the novel photodynamic therapy (PDT) for antimicrobial disinfection of root canals.  The combination of an effective photosensitizer, the appropriate wavelength of light and ambient oxygen is the key factor in PDT.  PDT uses a specific wavelength of light to activate a non-toxic dye (photosensitizer), leading to the formation of reactive oxygen species.  In, addition PDT may enhance cross-linking of collagen fibrils in the dentin matrix and thereby improving dentin stability.  The concept of PDT is plausible and could foster new therapy concepts for endodontics.  This article discusses PDT as related to root canal disinfection, including its components, mechanism of action, reviews the current endodontic literature and also highlights the shortcomings and advancements in PDT techniques.
PDT
This paper explores the novel photodynamic therapy (PDT) for antimicrobial disinfection of root canals.  The combination of an effective photosensitizer, the appropriate wavelength of light and ambient oxygen is the key factor in PDT.  PDT uses a specific wavelength of light to activate a non-toxic dye (photosensitizer), leading to the formation of reactive oxygen species.  In, addition PDT may enhance cross-linking of collagen fibrils in the dentin matrix and thereby improving dentin stability.  The concept of PDT is plausible and could foster new therapy concepts for endodontics.  This article discusses PDT as related to root canal disinfection, including its components, mechanism of action, reviews the current endodontic literature and also highlights the shortcomings and advancements in PDT techniques.
PDT
This paper explores the novel photodynamic therapy (PDT) for antimicrobial disinfection of root canals.  The combination of an effective photosensitizer, the appropriate wavelength of light and ambient oxygen is the key factor in PDT.  PDT uses a specific wavelength of light to activate a non-toxic dye (photosensitizer), leading to the formation of reactive oxygen species.  In, addition PDT may enhance cross-linking of collagen fibrils in the dentin matrix and thereby improving dentin stability.  The concept of PDT is plausible and could foster new therapy concepts for endodontics.  This article discusses PDT as related to root canal disinfection, including its components, mechanism of action, reviews the current endodontic literature and also highlights the shortcomings and advancements in PDT techniques.
PDT