Olive oil vs standard paste: which fills Kids' cavities better?
NCT ID NCT07265089
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study tests a new root canal filling made from zinc oxide and ozonated olive oil against a standard paste (Metapex) in children aged 3-5 with cavities in their front teeth. Over 12 months, dentists will check for pain, swelling, and healing on X-rays. The goal is to see if the natural alternative works just as well.
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Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Zinc oxide-ozonated olive oil paste
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a natural alternative to standard root canal fillings for children's baby teeth.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 52 children. The new material may not heal as well or could cause unexpected reactions.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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