Journal of Endodontics
Volume 33, Issue 9 , Pages 1038-1043 , September 2007

In Vivo Antibacterial Efficacy of Ultrasound after Hand and Rotary Instrumentation in Human Mandibular Molars

  • Keith Carver, DMD, MS
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  • John Nusstein, DDS, MS

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress requests for reprints to John Nusstein, DDS, Advanced Endodontics, The Ohio State University, 305 W 12th Ave, Box 182357, Columbus, OH 43218-2357.
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  • Al Reader, DDS, MS
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  • Mike Beck, DDS, MA

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PII: S0099-2399(07)00560-2

doi: 10.1016/j.joen.2006.11.026

Journal of Endodontics
Volume 33, Issue 9 , Pages 1038-1043 , September 2007

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