Endodontic filling systems are provided having im­ proved properties over those known to the prior art. Endodontic points are provided comprising hydrophilic, polymeric compositions (40). Such points are swellable when placed into a prepared root canal space (36) and provide substantially complete filling of lateral cavity spaces (38) without invasion of the subapicial space. According to a preferred embodiment, such points are used in conjunction with pastes or fluids comprising hydrophilic, polymeric compositions.