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Extraction and Analysis of Taiwanese Green Propolis
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Removal efficiency of propolis paste dressing from the root canal.
Fausto Rodrigo Victorino1, Clovis Monteiro Bramante, Ronald Ordinola Zapata
1Department of Operative Dentistry, Endodontics and Dental Materials, Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, Bauru, SP, Brazil. frvictorino@ig.com.br
Journal of Applied Oral Science : Revista FOB
|February 11, 2011
Summary
This study found that experimental propolis pastes are as effective as calcium hydroxide for cleaning root canal walls. Both propolis and calcium hydroxide showed acceptable characteristics for use as intracanal medicaments.
Area of Science:
- Endodontics
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Root canal dressings are crucial for eliminating intracanal bacteria and preventing reinfection.
- Calcium hydroxide is a widely used intracanal medicament, but novel materials are being explored.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of experimental propolis pastes as root canal medicaments.
- To compare the cleaning of root canal walls using propolis versus calcium hydroxide via scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
Main Methods:
- Twenty single-rooted teeth underwent cleaning and shaping, with smear layer removal using 17% EDTA.
- Teeth were divided into four groups: control, calcium hydroxide, and two propolis paste formulations (A70D, D70D).
- Medications were placed for 7 days, removed, and canals irrigated with sodium hypochlorite and EDTA. SEM analysis assessed open dentinal tubules.
Main Results:
- No statistically significant difference was observed in the cleaning efficacy between the calcium hydroxide and propolis groups.
- SEM analysis provided quantitative data on the cleanliness of root canal walls.
Conclusions:
- Experimental propolis pastes demonstrated acceptable physical characteristics for intracanal medicament use.
- Propolis shows potential as an alternative to calcium hydroxide in endodontic treatment.
