Curcumin-Simvastatin-EDTA in the Treatment of Periodontitis
Summary
Among the root conditioning materials is the Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA). EDTA exposes the collagen fibers on dentin surfaces and also enhances early cell colonization. Statins have an anti-inflammatory effect, inhibit the bone resorption and stimulate the bone formation. Curcumin is effective in preventing periodontal disease destruction by targeting both bacteria and host inflammatory cells. Curcumin has anti- inflammatory, antioxidant, anticarcinogenic, antiviral, and antimicrobial functions. This study will be carried out to examine the effect of simvastatin-curcumin paste following EDTA root surface etching when used in conjunction with open flap debridement treating deep periodontal pockets (suggesting that it may have positive effect)
Timeline
- Start
- 2016-08-25
- Primary completion
- 2018-05-05
- Completion
- 2018-10-03
Drugs
| Evaluation | Drug | Modality | Dose | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparator | Curcumin | Small molecule | 2 % | Topical |
| Comparator | EDTA | Unknown | 24 % | Topical |
| Comparator | Simvastatin | Small molecule | 1.2 % | Topical |