Formocresol for Root Canal Treatment?

Formocresol was first used as a root canal medication by Buckley in 1904. It is widely used in dentistry because of its antibacterial properties in root canal disinfection. [12] It contains formaldehyde, an effective alkylating agent, and cresol, a protein-coagulating phenolic compound.

What is formocresol used for?

Formocresol is a mixture consisting of formalin, cresol and glycerine used in dentistry. It is used for vital pulpotomy of primary teeth and as a temporary intracanal medicament during root canal therapy.

How do you use formocresol dental?

Formocresol pulpotomy in primary teeth: Isolate the tooth with a rubber dam. Remove visible caries. Remove the coronal pulp with an excavator or bur leaving the radicular pulp.