SINGLE STEP APEXIFICATION WITH MTA – A CASE REPORT
Dr. Ifzah*, Dr. Zain Patel, Dr. Humaira Salroo and Dr Mohammad Shakeel
ABSTRACT
Aim: To create an apical barrier in non-vital immature permanent teeth with Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA).
Summary: A case report where in the patient reported with trauma to upper front teeth. Clinical and radiographic
examination showed open apex in one tooth. Apical stop was created with mineral trioxide aggregate by
apexification and the root canals were obturated with thermoplasticized gutta-percha followed by placement of post
and core and metal ceramic crowns.
Keywords: MTA, Apexification, Post and Core, Trauma.
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