Dental Pulp Necrosis
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Children of both sexes; aged 3 to 7 years; who have lower deciduous molars with a clinical and radiographic diagnosis of irreversible pulpitis or pulp necrosis; physiological root resorption equal to or less than 1/2 and sufficient dental structure for absolute isolation of the operating field and adaptation of a steel crown
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Children with teeth with calcific metamorphosis; pathological internal or external root resorption visible on periapical radiographs; history of allergic reaction to toothpaste components; use of antibiotics in the month prior to treatment and immunocompromised children
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Infection control of primary molars with necrotic pulp is expected after intervention with antibiotic pastes. The primary outcome is clinical and radiographic success. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| A reduction or stabilization of the radiolucency halo in the furcation region of lower deciduous molars with pulp necrosis is expected and it is assessed whether it influences the effectiveness of pulp therapy. | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Universidade Federal do Piauí