Abstract
Bacteria are mainly responsible for the development of pulp/periapical diseases. [...]elimination of bacteria during root canal treatment and maintaining aseptic conditions by instrumentation, irrigation and intracanal medication has always been an important part of any successful endodontic treatment. According to the literature, humid heat (that is, an autoclave) is a feasible and effective option for sterilizing paper points, while preserving asepsis conditions without compromising their properties [12]. According to the obtained results, prior to sterilization, the point cells shown some growth of bacterial culture. [...]the study also evaluated the bacterial growth of sterilized paper points after storing for 3, 5, 7 and 14 days after sterilization.