Publications by authors named "D Krithika"

Background: Effective pulpal anesthesia is crucial in endodontic practice, particularly in treating symptomatic irreversible pulpitis. This study explores photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) as a non-invasive adjunct to traditional anesthesia.

Aim: To compare the efficiency of diode laser and Er, Cr: YSGG laser in enhancing anesthesia depth during endodontic treatment of teeth with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis.

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Objective: Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) is regarded as the most frequently used root canal irrigant. Its high surface tension prevents its penetration into complex canal anatomies. The present study assesses the contact angle and penetration depth of 2.

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Septage is the solid sludge that accumulates in septic tanks over a period of time. Many of the developing countries in the world face the challenging task of septage management. Due to the high variability in the nature of septage, there is a need to study its physical and chemical characteristics in order to suggest a sustainable treatment methodology.

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