Abstract
The ability of bacteria to penetrate acid-etched and unetched human dentin was examined in vitro using a split chamber. Results indicate that bacteria can grow through or be filtered by pressure through acid-etched dentin. Unetched dentin, while permitting fluid filtration, restricts bacterial penetration. Penetration of dentin tubules by bacteria reduces the rate of fluid filtration across dentin.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1398-1403 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Journal of Dental Research |
Volume | 59 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 1980 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Dentistry