This prospective clinical study aimed to evaluate the healing outcomes after root canal treatment using a bioceramic sealer called BioRoot RCS in combination with a technique known as hydraulic condensation. Root canal treatment is a common procedure used to remove infection and preserve teeth. Bioceramic materials have recently gained attention due to their ability to support natural healing, form a strong seal in the root canal, and stimulate tissue regeneration. A total of 66 permanent teeth from patients diagnosed with either irreversible pulpitis or apical periodontitis were treated and followed over a 12-month period. All treatments were completed in a single visit and followed a standardized protocol using sonic irrigation and a calibrated drying method. The sealer used-BioRoot RCS-is a bioactive, calcium silicate-based material that hardens in the presence of moisture and promotes healing. Patients were monitored clinically and radiographically using the Periapical Index (PAI), which is a scale that measures the status of periapical tissue (area around the root tip). Healing was considered successful if the treated teeth remained symptom-free and showed favorable radiographic changes over time.
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Periapical Healing Assessed by Periapical Index (PAI) Score
Timeframe: Baseline, 6 months, and 12 months post-treatment