Lavishly illustrated step-by-step visual guide to endodontic procedures

Experts from around the world present a comprehensive overview of the clinical practice of endodontology, featuring the most up-to-date information on how to treat problems of the inner tooth, the pulp, and of the tissues surrounding the root. The authors provide detailed coverage of all common endodontic procedures documented with full-color illustrations that demonstrate the various steps of each treatment.

The atlas opens with a solid introduction to the basic science and general principles of endodontic pathobiology, microbiology, diagnosis, imaging, anatomy, anesthesia, and emergency care. Separate sections then guide the reader through instruments and materials, root canal treatment, instrumentation and filling, and postendodontic measures, plus other key topics such as endodontic surgery, traumatology, and outcomes.

Features

- Over 1,900 high-quality illustrations, including full-color microscopic images and photographs of clinical treatment steps, techniques, instruments, and materials- The latest information on Nickel-Titanium instruments, the use of clinical microscopes, adhesive fixation technology, and primary endodontic treatment and re-treatment- Practical discussion of the pros and cons of each treatment approach

Endodontology is an essential resource for all practicing endodontists as well as any dentist who must have a full understanding of modern techniques and approaches. It also serves as an excellent tool with which to educate patients about their treatment options.

<p><strong>A Basic Principles</strong><br>1 Histology of the Pulp<br>2 Pathobiology<br>3 Endodontic Microbiology<br>4 Endodontic Diagnosis<br>5 Endodontic Radiology<br>6 Anatomy<br>7 Local Anesthesia<br>8 Emergency Endodontics<br><strong>B Instruments and Materials</strong><br>9 Conventional Instruments and Advances in Design<br>10 Nickel-titanium: Materials Science<br>11 Irrigation, Drying, Medicated Dressings<br>12 Sonic and Ultrasonic Treatment<br>13 Lasers<br>14 Gutta-percha<br>15 Retreatment<br><strong>C Root Canal Treatment</strong><br>16 Rubber Dam<br>17 Access Cavity Preparation<br>18 The Dental Microscope in Endodontics<br>19 Determination of Working Length<br><strong>D Root Canal Instrumentation</strong><br>20 Engine-driven Instrumentation Systems: History and Early Development<br>21 Power-driven Instrumentation Systems: Recent Advancement<br>22 Fracture of Endodontic Instruments: Torque and Fatigue<br>23 File Systems<br>24 The Hybrid Concept of Nickel-titanium Rotary Instrumentation<br>25 Root Canal Disinfection<br>26 Intracanal Dressings<br><strong>E Root Canal Filling</strong><br>27 Introduction<br>28 Root Canal Filling Pastes<br>29 Lateral Compaction of Gutta-percha<br>30 Vertical Compaction of Warmed Gutta-percha<br>31 System B / Obtura<br>32 Thermafil<br>33 Gutta-percha Substitute: Resilon<br>34 GuttaFlow<br>35 Coronal Seal / Leakage<br><strong>F Postendodontic Procedures</strong><br>36 Conventional Postendodontic Therapy<br>37 Adhesive-retained, Fiber-reinforced Composite Posts<br>38 Clinical Methods with Glass Fiber Posts<br>39 Endodontic Retreatment Procedures<br><strong>G Additional Topics</strong><br>40 Endodontic Surgery<br>41 Traumatology<br>42 Tooth Resorption<br>43 Perforations<br>44 Bleaching Discolored Teeth<br>45 Endodontics in the Deciduous Dentition<br>46 Endodontics in the Mixed Dentition<br>47 Immunopathogenesis of Periradicular Disease<br>48 Endodontology and General Systemic Health<br>49 Single Versus Multiple Sitting Root Canal Treatment<br>50 Outcomes of Endodontic Treatment</p>