Research Catalog

Title

Problem solving in endodontics : prevention, identification and management / James L. Gutmann, Thom C. Dumsha and Paul E. Lovdahl.

Publication

St. Louis, Mo. ; London : Elsevier Mosby, 2006.

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Additional Authors

• Gutmann, James L.
• Dumsha, Thom C.
• Lovdahl, Paul E.

Description

ix, 582 pages : illustrations (some color); 27 cm

Summary

"Learn practical ways to address the full spectrum of clinical issues and problems in endodontic practice, from diagnosis to posttreatment! This extensively revised and reorganized edition offers new and updated case studies discussing possible treatments and improved outcomes. Detailed discussions and step-by-step instructions are combined with hundreds of radiographs and full-color clinical photographs to show how you can apply consistent, quality problem-solving techniques to everyday practice."--BOOK JACKET.

Subjects

• Dental Pulp Diseases
• Endodontics
• Root Canal Therapy > methods

Note

• Previous ed.: 1997.

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical reference and index.

Contents

1. Problem solving in the assessment of treatment outcomes, quality assurance, and their integration into endodontic treatment planning -- 2. Problem-solving applications of contemporary technologies and materials -- 3. Problem-solving vital pulp therapy including the management of the incompletely formed root apex -- 4. Problem solving in access openings, orifice locations, and initial preparation -- 5. Problem solving in locating and negotiating fine and calcified canals -- 6. Problem solving in the use of irrigants, chelating agents, and oisinfectants : their role in tissue removal and microbial control -- 7. Problem solving in canal cleaning and shaping : traditional and contemporary techniques -- 8. Problem solving in root canal obturation : traditional and contemporary techniques -- 9. Problem-solving challenges in the revision of previous root canal procedures -- 10. Problem solving the management of painful tooth emergencies -- 11. Problem solving the diagnosis, identification, and management of tooth resorption -- 12. Problem-solving challenges in apical surgery -- 13. Problem-solving challenges in periradicular surgery -- 14. Problem solving the diagnosis and management of accidental tooth trauma -- 15. Problem solving in the diagnosis and management of fractured teeth - nonaccidental trauma -- 16. Problem-solving issues that determine tooth retention versus replacement -- 17. Problem-solving endodontic-orthodontic clinical challenges -- 18. Problem-solving practical issues and challenges encountered in pulpal-periodontal relationships -- 19. Problem solving in the restoration of endodontically treated teeth.

ISBN

032303182X (hbk.)

OCLC

• ocm61260044
• SCSB-5215733

Owning Institutions

Columbia University Libraries