Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2020
Volume : Volume 11
Issue : Issue 2
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Dr. Sudhanshu Kumar.
SudhanshuKumar@gmail.com
Background: To assess the efficacy of Curcumin in the gel form in the treatment of minor RAS. Materials and Methods: As a randomized clinical trial,30 patients of either sex with clinically diagnosed RAS were randomly taken. Group were asked to apply the gel three times a day on each ulcer. Estimation of the efficacy of gel was done on the basis of the time required for regression in pain, size, and number of the ulcers. Results: The results showed a significant difference in size, pain, number, and duration of ulcers in Group within a period of 7 days. Conclusion: Curcumin is the main pigment of principle spice in India, turmeric. It is bright yellow in colour and is known from centuries for its strong antioxidant, antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and analgesic properties. Keywords: Curcumin, recurrent aphthous stomatitis.
