Bio-active materials have been a game changer in restorative dentistry and endodontics over the last few years, but there still exists a lot of confusion and doubts for a general practitioner on the basic differences between MTA (Mineral trioxide aggregate) and BIODENTINE, how to choose one among them.
This short compilation will give a quick idea for a clinician about the major difference between both in a nutshell. Biodentine can be used as permanent dentin replacement and temporary enamel whereas MTA can only be used as sub base. However, there are certain limitation/drawbacks with both MTA and biodentine.
In a world full of continuous innovation, successful treatment outcomes can be achieved not just by different materials, but primarily by clinician's knowledge on these materials and skill to perform procedures precisely to achieve healing, restore function for the patient.