Endodontic Treatment, Retreatment, and Surgery Mastering Clinical Pr
This book provides clear, concise guidance on a range of essential treatment strategies for the provision of reliable endodontic care. Practical clinical procedures are described step by step and key concepts emphasized with the aid of a wealth of high-qu
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Endodontic Treatment, Retreatment, and Surgery
Mastering Clinical Practice
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Endodontic Treatment, Retreatment, and Surgery
Bobby Patel Editor
Endodontic Treatment, Retreatment, and Surgery Mastering Clinical Practice
Editor Bobby Patel Forrest Aust Capital Terr Australia
ISBN 978-3-319-19475-2 ISBN 978-3-319-19476-9 DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-19476-9
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Library of Congress Control Number: 2016947839 © Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2016 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by Springer Nature The registered company is Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
This book is dedicated to my endodontic mentor: Ms Serpil Djemal
Preface
The discipline of endodontics and its principles have undergone a vast array of changes over the last 100 years shaped by evolving advances in both our understanding of the biological aetiology of periapical disease and rationale for treatment as well as improved technology, instruments, materials and techniques to achieve this purpose. From a clinical standpoint we are often faced with a decision to decide whether to adopt these newer and “proven” techniques requiring some period of disruption to our daily routines or remain sceptic with the knowledge that our traditional views will continue to impart the best level of care to our patients. To master any given subject one must be able to reflect on current views and opinions that are based on the best evidence provided. In order to determine whether these views are accurate, reliable and relevant, one must therefore be able to critically evaluate and understand at a deeper level trying to get to the heart of the matter. It is with this concept of critical thinking in mind that I offer this compact yet comprehensive text with emphasis placed on both traditional and newer materials and techniques that can offer the potential for endodontic success. Similar to my first book Endodontic Dia