Zinc Oxide-Ozonated Olive Oil vs Metapex in Primary Anterior Teeth
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- What is being studied
- The protocol lists: Zinc Oxide-Ozonated Olive Oil, Metapex.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Carious Anterior Teeth. Basic parameters: 3 years — 5 years · All.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
- Egypt
- Next step
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Official title
Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Success Rate of Zinc Oxide-Ozonated Olive Oil Versus Metapex as Root Canal Filling Materials in Primary Anterior Teeth: Randomized Clinical Trial
Overview
This randomized clinical trial compares zinc oxide-ozonated olive oil and Metapex as root canal filling materials in primary anterior teeth of children aged 3-5 years. The study aims to evaluate their clinical and radiographic success over 12 months.Clinical evaluation includes pain, swelling, and mobility; radiographic evaluation includes periapical healing and resorption.
Detailed description
Dental caries in primary anterior teeth significantly compromises aesthetics and function, particularly affecting children's psychosocial well-being and oral development. Esthetically, carious lesions in these visible teeth can lead to social avoidance, reduced self-esteem, and bullying risks, as children may avoid smiling or participating in activities. Pulpectomy of primary teeth is a critical to maintain arch integrity, function, and aesthetics in the pediatric population. Zinc oxide eugenol (ZOE) has been the most commonly used filling material in pulptherapy of primary teeth, achieving moderate to high success rates exceeding 90%. However, the slow resorption rate, which may not match the physiological root resorption of primary teeth, potentially leading to delayed natural exfoliation and complications with the eruption of permanent successors. it can also induce necrosis and delayed healing.
(ZOE) can cause irritation and sensitivity when in contact with oral tissues, primarily due to the eugenol component. Eugenol is recognized as a sensitizer and can induce both localized irritation and hypersensitivity reactions, including contact dermatitis, contact stomatitis, and, in rare cases, immediate allergic responses such as urticaria and generalized itching shortly after application.
Olive oil is a vegetal oil it contains antioxidants that enhance properties which can potentially overcome the limited antimicrobial activity of traditional ZOE. Ozonated olive oil has demonstrated excellent biocompatibility with surrounding tissues. This reduces the adverse reactions or irritation, making it a safer alternative for pediatric patients. Zinc oxide-ozonated olive oil may reduce the chances of overfilling and subsequent eruption complications. Promotes tissue repair and healing due to its anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties. This can contribute to quicker recovery and better clinical outcomes.
Interventions
- Other Zinc Oxide-Ozonated Olive Oil
Children aged 3-5 years with primary anterior teeth requiring pulpectomy will receive treatment under rubber dam isolation. After achieving local anesthesia, an access cavity will be prepared using sterile round burs with water coolant. Working length will be determined using an apex locator, and biomechanical preparation will be performed with K-files.Irrigation will be done with normal saline and 1% sodium hypochlorite, followed by drying with paper points. The canal will then be obturated wi - Other Metapex
Children aged 3-5 years with primary anterior teeth requiring pulpectomy will receive treatment under rubber dam isolation. After achieving local anesthesia, an access cavity will be prepared using sterile round burs with water coolant. Working length will be determined using an apex locator, and biomechanical preparation will be performed with K-files.and irrigation with normal saline and 1% sodium hypochlorite. After drying, the root canal will be filled with Metapex (premixed calcium hydroxid
Primary outcome measures
- Clinical success: absence of pain, swelling, tenderness, or mobility [Time frame: 12 month intervals T0: 0 T1: 3month T2: 6month T3: 9month T4: 12month]
Secondary outcome measures (1)
- Radiographic success: absence of periapical radiolucency or root resorption [Time frame: 12 month intervals T0:0 T2: 6 month T4: 12month]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
- Children aged 3-5 years.
- Primary anterior teeth requiring root canal treatment due to irreversible pulpitis.
- Cooperative behavior child.
- Parents provided written informed consent. -
Exclusion criteria
- Medically compromised children.
- Tooth with advanced root resorption.
- Non-restorable crown structures.
- Tooth with abscess or fistula.
- Allergies or hypersensitivity to any of the materials used e.g., zinc oxide, olive oil, or calcium hydroxide and Idoform (components of Metapex).
- Unable to attend follow-up visits.
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: Yes
Study design
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Model
- Parallel assignment
- Masking
- Double blind
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
Study locations
Egypt · 1 center
- Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University — Cairo
Identifiers
NCT: NCT07265089 · CU-PEDO-ZOO vs MTX