Pathways of the Pulp

Cohen, Stephen, Hargreaves, Kenneth M.

ISBN 10: 032303067X / ISBN 13: 9780323030670

Editore: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division, 2005

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Completely updated to keep you absolutely current, this comprehensive reference remains the definitive text for practicing endodontists and general dentists. The ninth edition offers a superb new full-color design and integrates the latest evidence-based research for clinical treatments. It includes coverage of the latest devices and techniques including endodontic instrumentation, obturation, and surgical and retreatment procedures. Providing the latest in treating endodontic infections and pain, and in establishing differential diagnoses, this is a one-stop resource!

• Records and Legal Responsibilities chapter includes legal forms and descriptions of legal processes, guidelines for record keeping, and updated information on HIPAA/doctor-patient rights and responsibilities.
• Geriatric Endodontics chapter discusses special considerations and procedures for older patients.
• Digital Technologies chapter explains how electronic records can reduce paper flow, improve legibility of treatment plans and prescriptions, recall advice given to patients, and record diagnoses; it also shows how technology can be applied to improve patient care.
• Instruments, Materials and Devices chapter discusses tools and materials used to clean and shape the root canal, including the new MTAD (Endo-Pure®) irrigant, plus appropriate care for instruments, and how to select proper instruments.
• Information on managing problems/emergencies in endodontic anesthesia explains troubleshooting guidelines for more efficient problem solving, and includes drug interaction tables and guidelines on how to select proper anesthetics.
• Endodontic Pharmacology chapter outlines pharmacologic options for pretreatment, posttreatment, and intraoperative stages, including current information on COX-2 inhibitors and new drugs on the market.

• Full-color design offers more detail in clinical photos.
• New contributors offer expert perspectives and build on the material in previous editions.
• Endodontic Failures chapter discusses treatment for apical periodontitis.
• Coverage of biocontaminants and the sterilization of tools and waterlines includes updates on antibacterial procedures and materials, and sterilization pre- and post-treatment, helping practices maintain better infection control.
• Information on wireless digital radiology describes components and applications, with a pro-and-con comparison to traditional film.
• Coverage of the connection between apical periodontitis/gingival infection and stroke/heart conditions helps clinicians make better decisions when preparing and treating patients.

Contenuti: Introduction: A Historic Perspective, James L. Gutmann

Part One: The Core Science of Endodontics
1 Diagnosis, Louis H. Berman and Gary R. Hartwell
2 Diagnosis and Management of Orofacial Dental Pain Emergencies, Louis E. Rossman, Gunnar Hasselgren, and James F. Wolcott
3 The Nonodontogenic Toothache, Donna Mattscheck and Alan Law
4 Case Selection and Treatment Planning, Paul A. Rosenberg
5 Preparation for Treatment, Gerald N. Glickman and Mary Pettiette
6 Armamentarium and Sterilization, Paul D. Eleazer
7 Tooth Morphology and Access Cavity Preparation, Frank J. Vertucci, James E. Haddix, and Leandro R. Britto
8 Instruments, Materials, and Devices, Van T Himel, John T. McSpadden, and Harold E. Goodis
9 Cleaning and Shaping the Root Canal System, Ove A. Peters and Christine I. Peters
10 Obturation of the Cleaned and Shaped Root Canal System, William T. Johnson and James L. Gutmann
11 Records and Legal Responsibilities, Edwin J. Zinman

Part Two: The Advanced Science of Endodontics
12 Structure and Functions of the Dentin-Pulp Complex, David H. Pashley and Frederick R. Liewehr
13 Pulpal Reactions to Caries and Dental Procedures, Ashraf Fouad and Linda Levin
14 Pathobiology of Primary Apical Periodontitis, Ramachandran Nair
15 Endodontic Microbiology and Treatment of Infections, J. Craig Baumgartner, Jeffrey W. Hutter, and José F. Siqueira Jr.

Part Three: Related Clinical Topics
16 The Role of Endodontics after Dental Traumatic Injuries, Martin Trope, Lucia Blanco, Noah Chivian, and Asgeir Sigurdsson
17 Endodontic and Periodontic Interrelationships, David G. Kerns and Gerald N. Glickman
18 Analgesics in Endodontics, Kenneth M. Hargreaves, Ellen Byrne, and Karl Keiser
19 Local Anesthesia in Endodontics, Al Reader, John Nusstein, and Kenneth M. Hargreaves
20 Periradicular Surgery, Bradford R. Johnson and David E. Witherspoon
21 Restoration of Endodontically Treated Teeth, Galen Wagnild and Kathy Mueller
22 Pediatric Endodontics: Endodontic Treatment for the Primary and Young, Permanent Dentition, Joe H. Camp and Anna B. Fuks
23 Geriatric Endodontics, Carl W. Newton and Jeffrey M. Coil
24 Endodontic Failures: Post-Treatment Apical Periodontitis, Ramachandran Nair
25 Non-Surgical Retreatment, Robert S. Roda and Bradley H. Gettleman
26 Digital Technologies in Endodontic Practice, Martin D. Levin
27 The Law and Dental Technology (e-dition only), Arthur W. Curley

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Titolo: Pathways of the Pulp
Casa editrice: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Data di pubblicazione: 2005
Legatura: Rilegato
Condizione: Very Good
Edizione: 9th Edition.