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Comparison of zinc oxide and eugenol, and Vitapex for root canal treatment of necrotic primary teeth
Author(s) -
MORTAZAVI M.,
MESBAHI M.
Publication year - 2004
Publication title -
international journal of paediatric dentistry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.183
H-Index - 62
eISSN - 1365-263X
pISSN - 0960-7439
DOI - 10.1111/j.1365-263x.2004.00544.x
Subject(s) - medicine , root canal , zinc oxide eugenol , dentistry , calcium hydroxide , pulpectomy , significant difference , zinc , materials science , chemical engineering , engineering , metallurgy
Summary. Objectives. The aims of this study were to evaluate iodoform base materials for root canal treatment of necrotic primary teeth, and to compare them with traditionally used zinc oxide and eugenol (ZOE). Sample and Methods. Zinc oxide and eugenol and Vitapex (a premixed calcium hydroxide and iodoform paste) were compared for root canal treatment in 52 necrotic primary teeth in two groups of children with a mean age of 5 years and 8·4 months. All the patients were followed‐up clinically and radiographically 3 months and 10–16 months postoperatively. Results. The overall success rates of Vitapex and ZOE were 100% and 78·5%, respectively. Using Fisher's Exact Test, the difference was statistically significant ( P < 0·05). Conclusion. Both ZOE and Vitapex gave encouraging results. Vitapex, however, can be used more safely whenever there is a doubt about the patient's return for follow‐up.