Metapex Plus is a calcium hydroxide-based temporary filling material with iodoform as a radiopacifier, premixed and ready to use in a syringe for direct canal application. It provides excellent antimicrobial action, is radiopaque, and is easily resorbed. Ideal for inter-appointment dressing in endodontic treatment.
Distribution limited to the United States.
Clinical Pathway Reference
Explore the clinical context for this product in the RootRadar pathway on Disinfection Support and Irrigation & Activation.
Calcium hydroxide is not simply a temporary filler — it is an active antimicrobial agent that works between appointments to reduce bacterial load, dissolve residual organic tissue, and create an alkaline environment hostile to persistent pathogens. Its clinical value depends on placement quality and contact time. A premixed, syringe-delivered formulation removes the preparation variable and supports consistent, reproducible inter-appointment disinfection.