Mineral Trioxide Aggregate

Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) was developed more than 20years ago to seal the pathways of communication of the root canalsystem. It s currently the preferred material used byendodontists because of its superior properties such as its sealand biocompatibility that significantly improves outcomes ofendodontic treatments. Dr. Torabinejad, who was the principle investigator of the dentalapplications of MTA, and leading authorities on this subjectprovide a clinically focused reference detailing the properties anduses of MTA, including vital pulp therapy (pulp capping,pulpotomy), apexification, pulp regeneration, repair of rootperforations, root end filling and root canal filling. Lineillustrations and clinical photographs show proper technique. Anaccompanying website features photographs and video presentationsfor selected procedures using MTA. Mineral Trioxide Aggregate: Properties and ClinicalApplications is an ideal book for dental students andendodontic residents learning procedures for the first time

Mahmoud Torabinejad, DMD, MSD, PhD, is Professor of Endodontics and Director of the Advanced Specialty Education Program in Endodontics at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in Loma Linda, California. As a researcher and international lecturer on dental and endodontic issues and procedures, Dr. Torabinejad has made over 200 national and international presentations in more than 40 countries. In addition to co-authoring three textbooks in nonsurgical and surgical endodontics, he has authored more than 300 publications on various endodontic and dental topics. As a researcher, he is the top -cited author in endodontic journals, with authorship in 16 articles of the top 100 list. Dr. Torabinejad was the principle investigator in the applications of MTA in dental procedures.