Antimicrobial Effect OF Propolis Administrated Through Two Different Vehicles In High Caries Risk Children

Antimicrobial Effect OF Propolis Administrated Through Two Different Vehicles In High Caries Risk Children: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Propolis is a natural product collected by bees to seal holes and repair structures in their hives. Recently it has attracted much attention as useful substance applied in medicine and cosmetics thanks to its antimicrobial properties. Contemporary dentistry is an inseparable part of medicine and therefore attempts were made to use propolis in dentistry, as well.

Purpose of the study: to investigate the effect of propolis administered in chewing gum as compared to that incorporated in mouthwash on plaque accumulation, microbial population and patient acceptance.

The study is a two parallel arms randomized controlled clinical trial where 60 high caries risk children of 6-8 years will be selected from outpatient clinic of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, after securing the necessary consents. The children will be divided randomly into two equal groups (30 children each).

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with high caries risk; who have any one of the following condition: visible cavities or radiographic penetration into the dentin, white spots on smooth surfaces, restorations within last three years due to caries.
• Free of any systemic condition.
• Cooperative children according to Frankl rating scale including positive and definitely positive scores.
• Parental acceptance

Exclusion Criteria:

• Previous use of any propolis containing products.
• Received any antibiotic 2 weeks before or during the study.
• Oral infection that compromises the mastication process.