Purpose: To evaluate the effect of three concentrations of bismuth trioxide (Bi 2 O 3 ) on the biological and physicochemical properties of an experimental mineral trioxide aggregate-type (MTA-type) cement at different time points. Methods: Three experimental groups with white Portland cement containing 15, 20, or 25 wt% of Bi 2 O 3 were assessed. Cellular proliferation in human periodontal ligament fibroblasts was evaluated with an MTT assay. Radiopacity, dimensional stability, pH, and compressive strength were evaluated at different time points. Results: Bismuth trioxide induced cell proliferation in the Bi15 and Bi25 groups in a time-dependent manner; pH was similar in all groups. Compressive strength was associated with time and bismuth concentration. Bi25 had significantly contracted at day 7 and expanded at day 14 (ANOVA P < 0.05, post hoc Tukey test P < 0.05). Conclusion: A higher Bi 2 O 3 concentration had a negative effect on the physical properties of the cement at all time points.
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