Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) in the Management of Endodontic Complications: A Case Series

Authors

  • P.D. Palipana Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  • I. P. S. Gamage Restorative Dentistry, Teaching Hospital, Kaluthara

Abstract

Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) has gained great popularity as a dental material in the recent past. Compared to its predecessors, this is a stable material that maintains a long-term alkaline environment, facilitating the healing and repair of dental hard tissues and bone. MTA has a better track record compared to recently introduced substitutes. This case series details the management of various endodontic complications using MTA. The cases discussed were treated with MTA following one month of calcium hydroxide dressing; thus, the endodontic treatment was completed within a short time. Follow-ups ranging up to two years revealed that patients were asymptomatic. MTA spares a significant amount of time and surgical procedures for the patient.

 

KEYWORDS: Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), Endodontic complications, Root canal treatment (RCT)

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Published

2024-07-15

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 1 (2024): International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies

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