Endodontic obturation techniques: A review

Kriti Kapoor

doi:10.53730/ijhs.v8nS1.14995

Authors

Kriti Kapoor
drkritikapoor@gmail.com
Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Sciences, Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University, Gurugram - 122505, Haryana, India

Keywords:

Gutta-percha, thermoplastic, injection, technique, heat

Abstract

Obturation in endodontics is one step which is of utmost importance. For success of endodontic process a tight seal should be achieved which is necessary for successful treatment. Over the past few years, advanced obturation materials and techniques have been introduced for endodontic therapy. Among the different obturating materials available, gutta percha is one of the most widely used. Various techniques available for condensing gutta percha are available. Newer devices are being introduced some of which are heat, injection, vibration, compaction & carrier based systems. This article aims to present the different techniques available for root canal filling materials.

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