New coating for root canal fillings may reduce leakage
NCT ID NCT07205809
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This lab study will test 60 extracted human teeth to see if a special coating on gutta-percha (the material used to fill root canals) helps create a tighter seal compared to standard gutta-percha. Both groups will use the same bioceramic sealer. The goal is to find which combination prevents leakage better, which could improve root canal success rates.
What this could mean
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Active substance
bioceramic-coated gutta percha
What this could lead to
If bioceramic-coated gutta percha seals better, it could lead to more successful root canal treatments and fewer infections.
What could go wrong
This is a small lab study on extracted teeth, not in real patients. Results may not translate directly to clinical practice.
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School of Dentistry, Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University, Islamabad
Islamabad, 52000, Pakistan
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