Caveat Calcium Hydroxide Paste (manufactured by AR Biotech) is a pre-mixed, radiopaque, water-soluble intracanal medicament designed specifically for endodontic applications. It provides a convenient, ready-to-use delivery format for root canal disinfection, temporary filling, and pulp protection without requiring manual mixing chairside.

Key Features & Properties

Pre-Mixed & Ready-to-Use: Supplied in a syringe format with fine-gauge application tips, allowing for precise, direct placement into root canals and deep cavities.

High Alkalinity: Maintains a high pH level that provides strong antimicrobial action, helping to eliminate residual bacteria and neutralize acids within the root canal system.

Radiopaque: Formulated with radiopacifying agents to ensure clear visibility on dental X-rays for monitoring fill depth and placement accuracy.

Water-Soluble: Designed to be easily washed out of the root canal system using irrigation (such as sodium hypochlorite or saline) when it is time for permanent obturation.

Biocompatible Support: Promotes hard tissue deposition and stimulates apexification/healing in compromised root structures.

Common Clinical Indications

Temporary Root Canal Dressing: Used as an inter-appointment antimicrobial treatment between endodontic visits.

Apexification: Inducing a calcified barrier in non-vital immature teeth with open apices.

Pulp Capping: Applied to exposed pulp tissues to preserve vitality and stimulate reparative dentin formation.

Cavity Liner: Serving as a protective base or liner underneath permanent restorative materials.