Clinical evaluation of 3 Mix and Other Mix in non-instrumental endodontic treatment of necrosed primary teeth

Abstract

Problem considered: The objective was to evaluate and compare the clinical and radiographic efficacy of two different combinations of antibacterial drugs when used in non-instrumental endodontic treatment of necrosed primary teeth. Materials and method: Forty teeth were randomly divided into two groups, viz. groups A and B having 20 teeth each. In Group A, 3 Mix (ciprofloxacin, metronidazole, and minocycline) and in Group B, Other Mix (ciprofloxacin, ornidazole, and minocycline) mixed with propylene glycol were used. Medication cavities of Group-A and B were filled with 3 Mix and Other Mix respectively followed by restoration of teeth. Clinical evaluation was done at 3 months whereas, clinical and radiographic evaluation was done at 6 and 12 months, respectively. Results: Both the groups showed 100% clinical success whereas, radiographic success rate was 81% with 3 Mix and 92% with Other Mix but, was not statistically significant. Conclusions: Both the antibacterial pastes can be used effectively in non instrumental endodontic treatment of necrosed primary teeth and require more clinical trials to prove its efficacy.

Keywords

• LSTR
• 3 Mix
• Other Mix