Definition: Materials placed inside a root canal for the purpose of obturating or sealing it. The materials may be gutta-percha, silver cones, paste mixtures, or other substances. (Dorland, 28th ed, p631 & Boucher's Clinical Dental Terminology, 4th ed, p187)
IM; coord with specific material if pertinent (IM); D25-26 qualif
ExamplesGutta-Percha