Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Bioceramic Root Repair Versus Bio MTA in Revascularization of Immature Young Permenant Teeth.

In a young permanent tooth with pulp necrosis and apical pathosis, routine endodontic treatment may not be possible due to the immature apex it possesses. Newer methods based on the principles of revascularization and regeneration have been tried and found to be much better than the traditional methods of apexification since it helps in physiological root maturation, unlike traditional methods which result in only artificial barrier formation without root lengthening.

Revascularization is a new treatment method for immature necrotic permanent teeth. Indeed, it would provide, after treatment, a vital tooth that would be able to complete its root maturation. Three key requirements for a successful revascularization are: (a) Root canal disinfection; (b) matrix inside the canal for growth of tissue (scaffold); and (c) a tight seal access filling.

Bio MTA was introduced to overcome some of the drawbacks of MTA such as handling properties and long setting time. Bio MTA has a faster setting time with good handling characteristics and biological properties. Calcium silicate based restorative cements were formulated using different calcium compounds such as calcium hydroxide, calcium oxide, calcium phosphate, calcium sulfate, calcium silicate, and calcium carbonate in combination with zirconium. The mixed cement comprises water-soluble calcium and phosphate and immediately forms hydroxyapatite during and after setting.

A Total Fill biocearmic root repair material which is calcium silicate-based cement was developed with excellent handling properties as it is supplied in premixed packages (putty) that do not require preparation before use. It is mainly composed of calcium silicate, monobasic calcium phosphate, calcium hydroxide, and zirconium oxide. It has antibacterial and antifungal activities. It is claimed that the material is biocompatible with human periodontal tissues.