Effect of Application of Turmeric Extract Powder Solution on the Color Changes of Non-vital Teeth: An In-vitro Study

Abstract

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of using turmeric powder extract on changes of tooth color with extra-coronal and intra-coronal bleaching methods.

Materials and Methods: Turmeric powder extract was weighted and mixed with two different hydrogen peroxide concentrations (3% and 6%) to be used as a bleaching agent. Thirty teeth were allocated into three groups (n = 10): Group A: bleaching agent (6%) was applied on the labial surface, Group B: bleaching agent (3%) was applied inside the pulp chamber, and Group C: extra- and intra-coronal bleaching techniques were used (6% and 3%, respectively). A standardized access cavity was opened in the palatal surface of each tooth in both Groups B and C. Color parameters were measured using a spectrophotometer.

Results: A statistically significant difference in color difference values ([INCREMENT]E*) and enamel brightness ([INCREMENT]L*) was found between Group C and each of Groups A and B. There was no statistically significant difference in ([INCREMENT]E*) and ([INCREMENT]L*) between Group A and Group B. The highest mean value of ([INCREMENT]E*) and ([INCREMENT]L*) was found in Group C, whereas the least mean value was found in Group B.

Conclusion: Bleaching the external and internal tooth structure with low concentrations of hydrogen peroxide solution mixed with turmeric extract has a promising effect in color enhancement.