Review of Root Canal Filling Materials for Baby Teeth
Author Information
Author(s): Fernanda Barja-Fidalgo, Michele Moutinho-Ribeiro, Maria Angelina Amorim de Oliveira, Branca Heloísa de Oliveira
Primary Institution: Rio de Janeiro State University
Hypothesis
Is there a root canal filling for deciduous teeth equally or more effective than zinc oxide-eugenol cement (ZOE)?
Conclusion
Both ZOE and iodoform paste with calcium hydroxide are suitable root canal fillings for deciduous teeth, with no convincing evidence that one is superior to the other.
Supporting Evidence
- Two studies found significant differences in success rates between ZOE and other materials.
- ZOE was found to perform similarly to iodoform paste with calcium hydroxide.
- Success rates in all studies were equal to or above 78%.
Takeaway
This study looked at different materials used to fill baby teeth after root canal treatment and found that the traditional material, ZOE, works just as well as some newer options.
Methodology
Systematic review of six clinical trials comparing ZOE with other root canal filling materials.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to lack of blinding and randomization issues in some studies.
Limitations
Small sample sizes and lack of long follow-up in some studies.
Participant Demographics
Children aged 3 to 13 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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