Calcium hydroxide-based root canal sealers: an updated literature review
Mohammadi, Z.; Karim Soltani, M.; Shalavi, S.; Yazdizadeh, M.; Jafarzadeh, M.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry 35(5): 334-9; Quiz 340
2014
ISSN/ISBN: 1548-8578 PMID: 24841038 Document Number: 672586
Calcium hydroxide was originally introduced to the field of endodontics by Herman in 1920 as a pulp-capping agent. Sealers play an important role in sealing the root canal system with the entombment of remaining microorganisms and filling inaccessible areas of prepared canals. This article reviews sealing ability, biocompatibility, antibacterial activity, solubility, and toxicity of calcium hydroxide based root canal sealers.