MTA: A review of literature with clinical applications
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 3
Abstract
Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) is a calcium silicate-based cement. It has remained a widereaching material in endodontics since its introduction in the 1990’s. Several studies have illustrated its use in various clinical applications. MTA has been extensively studied and is currently used for perforation repairs, apexifications, regenerative procedures, pulp capping, root-end filling materials. This article will review the history, composition, setting reaction, properties, mechanism of action and various clinical applications of MTA in the field of Endodontics with four different case reports.
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Madhumitha Jayakumar, Shashikala K, H Murali Rao
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