Focusing on endodontic problem-solving and troubleshooting techniques, this book covers ways to avoid problems throughout the full spectrum of treatment - from diagnosis to posttreatment. In delivering a consistently high level of quality care, this approach follows three steps: how to prevent problems in treatment, how to identify problems that exist or that occur during treatment, and how to manage those problems once they are recognized. This edition offers practical ways to address the most common clinical problems, scenarios, and issues that pose dilemmas for the student or clinician.
- Succinct tables, boxes, and bulleted lists make information easier to find.
- 1,150 illustrations show problem-solving techniques put into practice, allowing for better identification of conditions and treatments.
- Expanded discussion of documentation looks at legal forms and malpractice issues - useful preparation for preventing or dealing with legal situations.
- Concise and contemporary reference lists are included at the end of every chapter.
- New and revised problem-solving cases present various clinical problems and discuss possible treatment and outcomes. Concise "how-to" text combined with an abundance of radiographs and photographs show how these problem-solving techniques apply to everyday practice.
- Full-color contemporary design and updated color photos demonstrate in great detail the need-to-know clinical techniques.
- Procedure boxes provide step-by-step instructions and helpful photographs on important problem-solving techniques.
- Clinical Tips boxes offer valuable suggestions for how to prevent or manage various situations in everyday practice.
- Problem Solving list begins each text chapter and presents an "at-a-glance" outline of topics presented in that chapter.
- Contemporary Technologies and Materials chapter expands upon developments in magnification devices, radiography, handpieces, locators, and techniques, keeping endodontists up to date.
- Vital Pulp Therapy chapter describes pulp capping procedures and viable procedures for the incompletely formed root apex, providing more detailed information on treatment options for challenging pulp conditions and malformed roots.
- Microbial Control chapter deals with infection control materials and techniques, important for successful endodontic procedures, maintaining a sanitary practice environment, and for protecting staff and patients from infection.
- Challenges in Apical Surgery chapter discusses treatment planning and procedures for apical endodontic surgery, offering specific problem-solving strategies for when surgical intervention is essential for tooth retention.
- Challenges in Periradicular Surgery chapter discusses surgical treatment planning and procedures for problems that occur in locations other than the apex, offering solutions to challenges such as fractured teeth, hemisection, and periodontal defects.
- Treatment Planning Tooth Retention vs. Tooth Replacement chapter describes options for keeping the tooth vs. extraction and replacement.
- Endodontic-Orthodontic Clinical Challenges chapter addresses the impact of orthodontic tooth movement on the viability of dental pulp and other interdisciplinary issues.
- New product information listings at the end of chapters provide additional information and direct the reader to website listings on materials and equipment.
Chapter 1 Problem Solving in the Assessment of Treatment Outcomes, Quality Assurance, and Their Integration into Endodontic Treatment Planning
Chapter 2 Problem Solving Applications in Contemporary Technologies and Materials
Chapter 3 Problem Solving Vital Pulp Therapy Including the Management of the Incompletely Formed Root Apex
Chapter 4 Problem Solving in Access Openings, Orifice Locations and Initial Preparation
Chapter 5 Problem Solving in Locating and Negotiating Fine and Calcified Canals
Chapter 6 Problem Solving in the Use of Irrigants, Chelating Agents and Disinfectants and Their Role in Tissue Removal and Microbial Control
Chapter 7 Problem Solving in Canal Cleaning and Shaping - Traditional & Contemporary Techniques
Chapter 8 Problem Solving Traditional and Contemporary Canal Obturation Techniques
Chapter 9 Problem Solving Challenges in the Revision of Previous Root Canal Procedures
Chapter 10 Problem Solving the Management of Painful Tooth Emergencies
Chapter 11 Problem Solving in the Identification and Management of Tooth Resorption
Chapter 12 Problem Solving Challenges in Apical Surgery
Chapter 13 Problem Solving Challenges in Periradicular Surgery
Chapter 14 Problem Solving the Diagnosis and Management of Accidental Tooth Trauma
Chapter 15 Problem Solving in the Diagnosis and Management of Fractured Teeth - Non-accidental Trauma
Chapter 16 Problem Solving in the Treatment Planning Tooth Retention vs. Tooth Replacement
Chapter 17 Problem Solving Endodontic-Orthodontic Clinical Challenges
Chapter 18 Problem Solving Practical Issues & Challenges Encountered in Pulpal-Periodontal Relationships
Chapter 19 Problem Solving in the Restoration of Endodontically Treated Teeth
