Microbiologic factors in endodontology.
The role of microorganisms in the cause of endodontic lesions has been intensively investigated. Bacterial components such as endotoxin and other cell wall components are implicated in the development of pulpal and periapical inflammation. Newer anaerobic microbiologic techniques have facilitated accurate and reproducible identification of endodontic pathogens, some of which have been reclassified. This article reviews and correlates newer microbiologic findings with clinical symptoms.
Seltzer
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Department of Endodontology, School of Dentistry, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pa.
Farber
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D001421:Bacteria, Anaerobic / Q000472:pathogenicity*; D003167:Complement Activation / Q000187:drug effects; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000382:microbiology; D003788:Dental Pulp Diseases / Q000382:microbiology*; D004731:Endotoxins / Q000494:pharmacology; D006801:Humans; D018836:Inflammation Mediators / Q000494:pharmacology; D008214:Lymphocytes / Q000187:drug effects; D009411:Nerve Endings / Q000187:drug effects; D010483:Periapical Diseases / Q000382:microbiology*; D014098:Toothache / Q000209:etiology; D014774:Virulence
D004731:Endotoxins; D018836:Inflammation Mediators