“Eficacia de la papaina en la remoción de dentina cariada: una revisión sistemática”.

Abstract

Background: The atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) in dentistry, aims to eliminate the carious tissue and preserve the maximum amount of healthy dental tissue. For this purpose, treatment options have been sought with chemical-mechanical methods with natural components such as papain, which on more comfort to patients in consultation than treatments with rotating instruments programs. Objective: The aim of this study was to conduct a systematic scientific review so that the effectiveness of papain in the removal of carious dentin. Design: A extensive search on PubMed, SciencieDirect, Scopus, Dialnet, Redalyc and Gale Online, from studies published between 2010 and 2020. Conclusions: Papain is efficient in removing cavities in open cavities, a virtually painless, noninvasive technique. Therefore, it can be considered as a good option to conventional treatment. In the case of ART, it is effective in preventing the development of carious lesions and stopping their progression.