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Bioceramic-Based Root Canal Sealers: A Review
Afaf Al-Haddad1, Zeti A Che Ab Aziz1
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
International Journal of Biomaterials
|June 1, 2016
Summary
Bioceramic root canal sealers show good biocompatibility and physical properties in lab studies. However, their long-term clinical effectiveness in endodontics remains unproven by current research.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Materials Science
Background:
- Bioceramic-based root canal sealers represent an advanced technology in endodontics.
- Their properties and clinical applications require thorough evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review laboratory experiments and clinical studies on bioceramic-based root canal sealers.
- To assess their physical, biological, and sealing properties compared to other sealers.
Main Methods:
- An extensive literature search was conducted to identify relevant endodontic publications.
- Evaluated studies focused on physical properties, biocompatibility, sealing ability, adhesion, solubility, and antibacterial efficacy.
Main Results:
- Bioceramic sealers demonstrated favorable biocompatibility and comparable physical properties to commercial alternatives.
- Studies covered various properties including sealing ability, adhesion, and antibacterial efficacy.
Conclusions:
- Bioceramic-based root canal sealers are biocompatible and perform comparably to existing sealers in laboratory settings.
- Established clinical outcomes for bioceramic root canal sealers are not yet available in the literature.
