Anatomy and Root Canal Morphology
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary The majority of endodontic failures can often be attributed to the inability of localising and treating all the canals of the root canal system….
Orthodontic–Endodontic Interrelationship
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary Successful tooth movement requires a sound knowledge base of the interrelationships between the tooth and periodontium. Prior insults to the tooth and its supporting…
Classification of Pulpal and Peri-apical Disease
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary Current diagnostic terminology used to describe pulpal and peri-radicular states is presented with an attempt to provide minimum confusion for the practitioner. In order…
Endodontic–Periodontal Interrelationship
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary The periodontal tissues and pulp–dentine complex form an intimate continuum through which pathological changes of either one may lead to infection of the other….
Endodontic Armamentarium
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary Endodontics, since its inception, has resulted in numerous concepts, strategies and techniques for preparing canals. Over the decades, a staggering array of files has…
Pain of Odontogenic and Non-odontogenic Origin
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary Patients can present with pain of odontogenic or non-odontogenic origin, arising from the facial area, temporomandibular joints, ear, eyes, pharynx and larynx. Often they…
Infection Control in the Endodontic Office
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary The adherence to strict infection control procedures helps to protect practitioners, patients and the community. Implementation of universal cross-infection precautions and practices within a…
Cystic and Non-cystic Lesions at the Peri-apex of the Teeth
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary The most common peri-radicular lesions of the jaws are inflammatory lesions caused by infection of the dental pulp. Peri-apical granuloma, chronic peri-apical abscess, peri-apical…
Endodontic Radiology
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary Accurate diagnostic information leads to better clinical outcomes. Radiographic examinations will always form the backbone of a diagnostic workup confirming clinical signs and symptoms….
Rubber Dam
(1) Canberra, ACT, Australia Summary Rubber dam is recommended for all nonsurgical endodontic procedures. The literature suggests that rubber dam is not routine practice for many dentists, and many…
