The document describes a research study comparing traditional root canal therapy to laser root canal therapy. The study involves two groups that each receive one of the treatment methods, then switch and receive the other method after two months to allow any remaining bacteria time to multiply. The degree of infection will then be analyzed using x-rays and images to determine if laser therapy is more effective at removing bacteria compared to traditional methods. If results support the hypothesis, a paper will be published.

1. Laser Root Canal TherapyPaul SongMicrobiology Dept, George Mason University

2. Infected Root Canal

3. Mechanical Removal of Infected Pulp

4. Laser Root Canal Therapy

5. Two groups, Group A and Group BGroup A receives traditional root canal therapy while Group B receives laser treatmentGroups switch roles after initial root canalTwo month incubationTwo months will be given to allow remaining bacteria (if any) to multiplyDegree of infection will then be analyzed using xrays and computer generated imagesResearch Design

6. Post-AnalysisIf results correlate to the hypothesis, a formal paper edited by peers will be sent to the A.D.A. for publication.