Calcium hydroxide powder used as disinfectant during root canal

Benefits 

• Provides bactericidal effect on carious dentine
• Paste delivered to root apex provides pulp insulation
• Protects the vital pulp from infections and further decay
• Can be easily removed from root canal by simple irrigation

Indications

• Provides insulation in deep cavities
• Pulp protection
• Pulp capping
• Ideal for temporary root filling