Gutta Percha Points 4% – Meta BioMed

Meta Biomed ISO Standard Colour Coded 4% Gutta Percha Points are small, tapered cones made from gutta-percha, a natural rubber material. They are used in root canal treatments to fill and seal the cleaned and shaped root canals, preventing the entry of bacteria and other contaminants and promoting healing and restoration of the tooth.

• ISO Standard and Color Coding: These gutta-percha points are designed and color-coded according to the ISO standard. The color-coding system helps dental professionals quickly identify the size of each point, making the selection process efficient and accurate.
• 4% Gutta Percha: The 4% gutta-percha composition is a standard and widely used material in endodontics. It offers the right balance of pliability and rigidity, making it suitable for obturating root canals effectively.
• Tapered Design: The gutta-percha points are tapered, allowing for better adaptation to the shape of the root canals and the sealing of irregularities in the canal space.
• Precision and Fit: These gutta-percha points are manufactured with precision to provide a snug fit within the root canal. The tight seal helps prevent the re-entry of microorganisms and promotes successful root canal therapy.
• Variety of Sizes: Meta Biomed ISO Standard Colour Coded 4% Gutta Percha Points are available in various sizes to match the dimensions of different root canals and tooth types.
• Disposable and Single-Use: Gutta-percha points are typically used on a per-patient, per-procedure basis. After use, they are disposed of to prevent cross-contamination and maintain a high level of infection control.
• Compatibility: These gutta-percha points are designed to be compatible with a wide range of endodontic obturation systems, ensuring versatility in dental practice.
• Radiopacity: Gutta-percha points often have radiopaque properties, allowing them to be visible on dental X-rays. This feature helps dental professionals confirm the proper placement of the gutta-percha within the root canal.

Prepare the root canal:

• Clean and shape the root canal using standard endodontic techniques.
• Remove the smear layer if desired, as gutta-percha can penetrate dentinal tubules better without it.

Soften the gutta-percha:

• Use a heat source to warm the gutta-percha. Electrically heated spreaders or specially designed heat carriers are recommended for this purpose.
• Ensure that the instruments are only gently warmed to avoid melting the gutta-percha.

Lateral compaction:

• Select a gutta-percha cone of appropriate size and taper.
• Fit the cone into the canal carefully, ensuring a snug fit.
• Use the sharp tip of the heat carrier instrument to laterally compact the softened gutta-percha against the canal walls.
• Apply gentle pressure and work the instrument back and forth to achieve compaction.
• Repeat this process with additional gutta-percha cones as necessary, gradually building up the root filling.

Vertical compaction (optional):

• If desired, use the blunt plugger tip of the heat carrier instrument for limited vertical compaction of the softened gutta-percha in the apical portion of the canal.
• Apply a continuous wave of heat to soften and down pack a gutta-percha cone, achieving a well-compacted obturation in the apical area.
• Additional increments of gutta-percha can be added if needed to fill the remaining portion of the canal.

Complete the obturation:

• Once the desired level of gutta-percha compaction is achieved, remove any excess gutta-percha.
• Clean the canal of any solvents or debris.
• Apply a root canal sealer of your choice.
• Fill the canal completely with a sealer using a suitable technique (e.g., cold lateral compaction, warm vertical compaction, or other preferred method).
• Ensure proper adaptation of the sealer and gutta-percha to the canal walls.

• Pack of 60 points