Antimicrobial Activity of Copaifera multijuga Varnish In Children
Objective: The objective of this study is to evaluate the optimal concentration of antimicrobial Copaifera multijuga Hayne (copaiba), in the form of varnish, against Streptococcus mutans (MS) in children.
Method: Twenty four children, between 36 and 71 months of age, of both types and without caries, were selected to participate of this pilot study and grouped randomly in four groups to receive different concentrations of copaiba warnish (1 %, 5 %, 10 % and 20 %). The varnish was applied in the surface of all the deciduous molars. The saliva collection happened in two moments: before the application of the copaiba warnish and after his use.
Result: In all the worn-out concentrations, the microbiological reduction of MS happened in the oral children cavity. The biggest percentage of reduction of MS was observed in the concentration of 1 %.
Conclusion: Copaiba, in the form of varnish, has antimicrobial activity against MS, and can be used as an alternative to avoid dental caries.