Journal of Endodontics
Volume 15, Issue 8 , Pages 373-378 , August 1989

The effectiveness of ultrasonics and calcium hydroxide for the debridement of human mandibular molars

  • Randy S. Metzler, DDS

      Affiliations

    • Dr. Metzier is a resident, Department of Endodontics, Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center, Lackland Air Force Base, TX. Dr. Montgomery is associate professor, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX.
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  • Steve Montgomery, DDS

      Affiliations

    • Dr. Metzier is a resident, Department of Endodontics, Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center, Lackland Air Force Base, TX. Dr. Montgomery is associate professor, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX.

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* The opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and are not to be construed as reflecting the views of the United States Air Force or the Department of Defense.

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doi: 10.1016/S0099-2399(89)80076-7

Journal of Endodontics
Volume 15, Issue 8 , Pages 373-378 , August 1989

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