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. 2018 Sep-Oct;11(5):446-450.
doi: 10.5005/jp-journals-10005-1555. Epub 2018 Oct 1.

Lesion Sterilization and Tissue Repair-Current Concepts and Practices

Shaniya Sain  1 , Reshmi J  2 , Anandaraj S  3 , Sageena George  4 , Jyoti S Issac  5 , Sheen A John  5
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Lesion Sterilization and Tissue Repair-Current Concepts and Practices

Shaniya Sain et al. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent. 2018 Sep-Oct.

Abstract

A deciduous tooth affected by dental caries involving the pulp tissue with subsequent periradicular pathosis at times makes the conventional endodontic procedures a dilemma for a variety of reasons. In this situation, lesion sterilization and tissue repair (LSTR) stands out as the only option by which dentists could increase the longevity of the deciduous teeth of a young child. This therapy aims to eliminate bacteria from the root canals by sterilizing the lesion and promoting tissue repair and regeneration by the host's natural tissue responses. This article reviews the rationale, indications, contraindications and the procedure in detail. How to cite this article: Sain S, Reshmi J, Anandaraj S, George S, Issac JS, John SA. Lesion Sterilization and Tissue Repair-Current Concepts and Practices, Int J Clin Pediatr Dent. 2018;11(5):446-450.

Keywords: 3-Mix paste; Lesion sterilization and tissue repair; Triple-antibiotic paste.

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