Comparison of chemo-mechanical and conventional caries removal methods in 6-to-12-year-old children: Randomized clinical trial
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Key Points
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and patient behavior associated with chemo-mechanical and conventional caries removal methods in children.
Conducted a split-mouth randomized clinical trial involving 66 molar teeth.
Compared Papacarie Duo Gel and conventional drilling using bacterial counts as a measure of effectiveness.
Assessed cavity preparation time and intraoperative patient behavior using the Frankl Behavior Rating Scale.
Both methods significantly reduced bacterial counts post-treatment.
Conventional drilling had a greater percentage reduction in bacterial load (82.9%) compared to chemo-mechanical (68.6%).
Cavity preparation time was longer for chemo-mechanical (692.4 sec) than for conventional drilling (266.9 sec).
57.6% of children showed positive behavior during chemo-mechanical treatment, while negative behavior was more common with drilling.
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Implication
Randomized clinical trial compares dental treatment methods in children, suggesting a less anxious option for care.