The Effect of Curcuma Longa Rhizome Extract on the Root Canal Dentin Discoloration

Root canal treatment aims to remove vital and necrotic tissue, microorganisms, their products from the root canal. In this case, chemical endodontic irrigants such as NaOCl Chlorhexidine (CHX) are required. Unfortunately, both have side effects. Twenty percent of C. longa rhizome extract may be a potential alternative due its antibacterial activity ability dissolve smear layer. However, it contains curcumin, colorant that can stain dentin. This study evaluate influence 20% on dentin discoloration. Thirty decoronated incisor segments were prepared using crown-down technique divided into three groups (n=10). Each group was irrigated with different solution. group, combination 5.25% 2% CHX positive control distilled water negative group. UV Vis 2401 PC spectrophotometer utilized based dE*ab value assess discoloration The One Way ANOVA Post Hoc Games Howell tests employed analyze data. highest revealed in least significant difference between two. Furthermore, One-way showed no differences (p0.05). Longa had an effect