Clinical and radiographic evaluation of zinc oxide eugenol and metapex in root canal treatment of primary teeth

Abstract

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate clinically and radiographically zinc oxide eugenol (ZOE) and Metapex as root canal filling material in primary teeth. Materials and Methods: Forty-two necrotic primary teeth in two groups of children in the age group of 4−7 years were obturated with ZOE and Metapex and were followed up clinically and radiographically for a period of 6 months postoperatively. Results: The overall success rates of ZOE and Metapex were 85.71% and 90.48%, respectively. Conclusion: Both ZOE and Metapex gave encouraging results; however, Metapex can be used more safely whenever there is a doubt about the patient′s return for follow-up.

Keywords

• Mandibular molar
• metapex
• primary teeth
• pulpectomy
• zinc oxide eugenol