Bioactive Root Canal Sealer Offers Superior Results

The dental world has long grappled with the challenge of making root canal procedures simpler and more predictable. With the intricate nature of endodontic treatment, clinicians seek tools and materials to simplify and streamline these complex procedures while improving their results.

Alan Sedell, DMD, an endodontist in Peoria, AZ, with over 35 years of practice, faced this very challenge. As he searched for a consistent, reliable, and easy-to-use root canal sealer, he discovered Septodont’s BioRoot Flow—a bioactive mineral root canal sealer in a ready-to-use syringe that provides easy extrusion directly into canals using either cold or warm obturation techniques.

“I prefer the premixed, syringeable delivery method, since there is far more consistency for the operator or assistant in not having to mix, which hastens delivery and improves ease of use,” Dr. Sedell said. “It is easily applicable to any obturation technique, including the increasingly common single-cone technique, and so that is definitely a plus.”

Composition & Indications

BioRoot Flow’s highly pure, resin-free, calcium silicate mineral formulation delivers strong adhesion to both dentin and gutta percha. Thanks to Septodont’s Active Biosilicate Technology, it forms a hermetic seal of the root canal with no shrinkage and a high pH, which limits bacterial growth.

“Studies indicate that as a bioceramic material, this sealer’s bioactivity and biocompatibility can offer superior results with improved treatment outcomes compared to resin-based sealers,” Dr. Sedell explained. “I think that also adds incentive to utilize this sealer when filling my endodontic cases.”

BioRoot Flow is indicated for permanent root canal filling in combination with gutta percha points in cases of inflamed or necrotic pulp or following a retreatment procedure.

Easy, Prep-Free Delivery

Each premixed BioRoot Flow syringe contains 15 to 20 applications and requires no preparation time for a consistent viscosity. Its flexible, innovative tip allows for direct and precise material placement in the root canal, too. Among BioRoot Flow’s main features, Dr. Sedell highlighted that no mixing, ease of delivery, and handling were its best qualities.

He concluded, “I'm very satisfied with this product and would recommend it without hesitation.”