Since their introduction to dentistry in 1993, mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and calcium silicate-based materials have evolved into a wide range of products that span across various clinical applications. With a variety of formulations, applications, and distinguished biological properties, calcium silicate-based materials have attracted great attention in both clinical practice and research resulting in an enormous body of evidence and research. Therefore, it has become more important than ever to understand these materials and their properties. Such understanding would bridge the gap between the anticipated potential of these materials and their performance in reality.

In this lecture, we will explore calcium silicate-based materials and their properties in relation to their use as endodontic and restorative materials in clinical applications. The lecture aims to provide valuable insights into the potential benefits of these materials and their clinical performance. By evaluating their impact on your clinical practice, you can make an informed decision about including them in your clinic’s armamentarium.

Learning objectives:

• Recognize the classification and variations of calcium silicate-based materials in dentistry.
• Understand the physicochemical and biological properties of calcium silicate-based materials.
• Identify the clinical applications of calcium silicate-based materials.
• Appraise the clinical performance of calcium silicate-based materials in dentistry.