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Comparative evaluation of a modified endodontic approach using Curcuma longa L. and conventional pulpectomy in
Putta Sai Sahiti1, Rekhalakshmi Kamatham1
1Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Narayana Dental College and Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Background:
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-septic properties.
Aim:
The aim is to compare a modified endodontic approach using turmeric and conventional Metapex® pulpectomy in primary molars.
Materials And Methods:
Thirty children, in the age range of 4-9 years, with at least one primary mandibular molar indicated for pulpectomy, were included. Teeth were randomly assigned to turmeric and Metapex® groups. For those that were assigned to turmeric, after coronal and radicular pulp extirpation, a freshly prepared paste of turmeric powder and methyl cellulose (2:1) with saline was packed in the coronal pulp chamber. In the Metapex® group, a conventional pulpectomy was performed. Clinical and radiographic success was recorded at 3-, 6-, and 12-month follow-up visits. The data was statistically analyzed using the Chi-square test.
Results:
There were no clinical and radiographic failures at 3- and 6-month visits in both groups. The 12-month evaluation revealed clinical success rates of 92% (12 out of 13) and 100% (14 out of 14) for turmeric and Metapex®, respectively, whereas, the radiographic success rates were 85% (12 out of 13) for turmeric and 93% (13 out of 14) for Metapex®. No statistically significant differences were found between the groups at different follow-ups (P > 0.05).
Conclusions:
A modified endodontic approach using turmeric and conventional Metapex® pulpectomy did not differ significantly in total success after 12 months.
