Anchal Salecha

Comparative Evaluation of Photoactivated Disinfection and an Antioxidant in Modulating the Push-out Bond Strength of AH Plus Sealer: An in vitro Study

Anchal Salecha, Prashant P. Moogi, Balaram Naik, Priya Horatti, Mahantesh Yeli & Geeta Hiremath · International Journal of Research and Reports in Dentistry · 2026

Background: Photoactivated disinfection (PAD) using Indocyanine Green (ICG) as a photosensitiser activated by a near-infrared diode laser generates reactive oxygen species (ROS) that provide robust antimicrobial activity within the root canal system. However, residual ROS can inh...