CURCUMIN ORAL GEL AS AN ADJUNCT IN PERIODONTAL POCKET TREATMENT: CLINICAL AND ANTI-INFLAMMATORY OUTCOMES

Abstract

Periodontal diseases are inflammatory conditions affecting the supporting structures of the teeth, often leading to periodontal pocket formation. Conventional periodontal treatments, such as scaling and root planing, are effective in reducing pocket depths, but adjunctive therapies are explored to enhance treatment outcomes. Curcumin, a natural polyphenol derived from turmeric, has demonstrated anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This study investigates the clinical and anti-inflammatory outcomes of curcumin oral gel as an adjunct in the treatment of periodontal pockets. A randomized controlled trial was conducted on patients with chronic periodontitis and periodontal pockets. The experimental group received scaling and root planing along with the application of curcumin oral gel, while the control group received scaling and root planing alone. Periodontal parameters, including pocket depth and gingival inflammation, were assessed at baseline and follow-up visits. The results indicated significant improvements in the experimental group, suggesting that curcumin oral gel may serve as a promising adjunct in periodontal pocket treatment, potentially contributing to improved periodontal health and management.

Keywords:

Curcumin, periodontal pocket treatment, periodontal diseases

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