BiodentineTM Applications in Furcation Perforation and Root Resorption

Abstract

Clinical and experimental studies suggest that Biodentine is a biocompatible and bioactive cement that provides an effective material to restore perforations of the furcation and to treat root resorptions. Biodentine allows regeneration and clinical healing of the surrounding tissue like cells of the periodontal ligament and bone. With such calcium silicate cement, tooth loss is not inevitable after furcal perforation or root resorption. Nowadays, ProRoot MTA is considered to be the gold standard in the treatment of these cases. Concerning the treatment of furcation perforations and root resorptions, the evaluation of the available literature shows that Biodentine is at least comparable to ProRoot MTA, or even superior in certain respects. Its higher surface hardness and better adherence to the dentine lead to a better stabilization of the weakened tooth. Furthermore, cavities can be definitively restored more rapidly with Biodentine which does not lead to staining of the visible crown.