Eficacia clínica de la tetraciclina tópica en alvéolos post-extracción. Una revisión sistemática

Clinical Efficacy of Topical Tetracycline in Post-extraction Sockets. A Systematic Review

Abstract

Introduction: Dental extractions are frequent surgical procedures requiring effective management of pain and postoperative complications. Topical tetracycline has emerged as a promising therapeutic intervention. Objective: To evaluate the scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of local tetracycline treatment in post-extraction alveoli, focusing on its clinical and microbiological implications. Materials and Methods: A systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA 2020 protocol. Studies published between 2013 and 2023 in PubMed, EBSCOhost, Scopus, Science Direct, and Google Scholar were analyzed. Methodological quality was assessed using STROBE and ROB 2 criteria.