Medicated Gutta-Percha
Author(s): Shivani Patha*, Nikhil Mankar, Karuna burde and Rushikesh Bhonde
Abstract
The ultimate element of endodontic triad is the entire and 3 dimension sealing of root canal system. The closest and longer span material that has satisfied this criterion is gutta-percha. That has been used broadly since many years in permanent root canal filling. This article give out briefing about composition, advantages, disadvantages, types, properties and uses of material which make it the quality material of endodontic. Additionally modifications in gutta-percha have also been highlighted. The filler is mixed with sealer that acts a building agent as well as lubricant. These files up the discrepancies between the obturation material and the dentinal walls. Root canal treatment is necessary for traumatic injury of tooth that may expose the pulp and disrupt the blood supply to the pulp. There was need for newer advances in obturating material to increase antimicrobial properties. Modified gutta-percha with medication, surface modifications and nanoparticles enriched were introduced. Medicated gutta-percha show more efficiency that prevent reinfection and improve life span of the tooth which are surface specific and site acting antibacterial gutta-percha.