Main characteristics of materials used for retrograde filling

Badalyan V.A.; Nadzharyan L.A.; Elfimova N.V.

doi:https://doi.org/10.17116/stomat2025104041107

Abstract:

The most important stage in the surgical treatment of chronic apical periodontitis is the creation of a sealed barrier that prevents the penetration of microorganisms outside the root canal. The choice of the most optimal material for retrograde sealing is a process that requires special attention. Many different types of sealing materials used in apical surgery are presented. In this article, we set out information about the most used materials and their properties. Today, preference in choosing a material for retrograde sealing is given to silicate cements, but, given the current limited data, there is not enough evidence to conclude about the advantages of one material compared to another.

Keywords:

apical surgery

endodontic surgery

retrograde filling

materials for retrograde filling

Authors:

Badalyan V.A.

Central Research Institute of Dentistry and Maxillofacial Surgery

ORCID: 0000-0003-3885-9358

Nadzharyan L.A.

Central Research Institute of Dentistry and Maxillofacial Surgery

ORCID: 0009-0009-4255-8145

Elfimova N.V.

Central Research Institute of Dentistry and Maxillofacial Surgery

ORCID: 0009-0007-3190-487X

Received:

24.03.2025

Accepted:

29.04.2025

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