Medical ozone inhibits the growth of periodontal pathogens. - GreenMedInfo Summary
Abstract Title:
[Experience in medical ozone use for root canal treatment].
Abstract Source:
Am J Perinatol. 2004 Aug;21(6):333-9. PMID: 16353031
Abstract:
The results of clinical and laboratory assessment of effectiveness of PSR-diagnosis are presented. The high efficacy of ozone therapy is revealed. The findings demonstrate the reduction of number in the micro-organisms in root canal: Actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans from 31.25% to 10.21%; Bacteriodes forsythus from 68.75% to 15.50%; Treponema denticola from 37.5% to 11.4%; Porphyromonas gingivalis from 56.25% to 45%; Prevotella intermedia from 16% to 0%.
Article Published Date : Aug 01, 2004
Study Type : Commentary
Additional Links
Diseases : Periodontal Diseases : CK(425) : AC(176)
Therapeutic Actions : Ozone Therapy : CK(236) : AC(41)
