Olive oil tooth treatment tested in kids

NCT ID NCT07265089

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new root canal filling made from zinc oxide and ozonated olive oil against a standard material called Metapex in children aged 3-5 with cavities in their front teeth. Over 12 months, researchers will check for pain, swelling, and healing on X-rays. The goal is to see if the natural alternative works just as well.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
zinc oxide-ozonated olive oil
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a natural alternative for filling children's root canals, potentially reducing the need for more invasive treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 52 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The new material might not heal as well as the standard one.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University

    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt