Primary study · included by 1 review
Effect of 2% Curcumin Gel as a Local Drug Delivery System on Salivary MMP-8 Levels in Nonsurgical Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis: A Double-blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Kumar 2025 · Garg Amit, Bali Shweta, Sharma Manish, et al. · World Journal of Dentistry · 2025
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| Outcome this study informs | Pooled effect | Evidence | Certainty |
|---|---|---|---|
Probing pocket depth (PPD) reduction, mean difference in mm (negative favors curcumin) Subgingivally delivered curcumin/turmeric-derived formulation (gel, chip, strip, in situ gel, nanoparticle) adjunctive to SRP vs Inactive control (SRP alone, placebo or empty vehicle) · Longest available follow-up | MD -0.67 [-1.13, -0.22] | 6 studies | Low |
1 including review in total.