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Comparative Evaluation of Effect of Potassium Iodide and Glutathione on Tooth Discoloration after Application of 38% Silver Diamine Fluoride in Primary Molars: An In Vitro Study

Aishwarya N Kamble, Vamsi K Chimata, Farhin A Katge, Komal K Nanavati

Keywords : Glutathione, Potassium iodide, Silver diamine fluoride, Spectrophotometer, Tooth discoloration

Citation Information : Kamble AN, Chimata VK, Katge FA, Nanavati KK. Comparative Evaluation of Effect of Potassium Iodide and Glutathione on Tooth Discoloration after Application of 38% Silver Diamine Fluoride in Primary Molars: An In Vitro Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2021; 14 (6):752-756.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10005-2076

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 06-01-2021

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2021; The Author(s).


Abstract

Aim: To evaluate and compare the effect of potassium iodide (KI) and glutathione (GSH) on tooth discoloration after application of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in primary molars. Method: Total of 30 primary molars were randomly divided into three groups of 10 each. Teeth were prepared and divided into: Group A—SDF only, Group B—SDF followed immediately by application of KI, and Group C—SDF was mixed with 25 mg of GSH. Final restoration was done using glass ionomer cement. Visual examination and color assessments using spectrophotometer were recorded at three time interval points, that is, day 1, 1 week, and 4 weeks. Results: Statistical analysis was done using a repeated measures analysis of variances (ANOVA) test. The spectrophotometer results showed that Group A (SDF) exhibited the greatest amount of discoloration at all time intervals, while Group C (SDF + GSH) group was effective in decreasing the discoloration. Whereas, Group B (SDF + KI) significantly reduced the discoloration over the period of time. (p = 0.008). Conclusion: KI can effectively reduce discoloration after application of 38% SDF. GSH can also be used as an alternative. Clinical Significance: This two-step treatment for arresting caries can be a practical and low-cost option in areas with limited access to comprehensive dental care.


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