Antibiofilm efficacy of ε-polylysine hydrochloride against Enterococcus faecalis biofilms and its biocompatibility: A promising root canal medicament.
OBJECTIVES Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis) is a predominant pathogen associated with refractory apical periodontitis (RAP), owing to its strong biofilm-forming ability and alkali resistance, which may compromise the antimicrobial efficacy of conventional calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)₂)-based intracanal medication. This...