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The Principles of Endodontics This page intentionally left blank The Principles of Endodontics SECOND EDITION Edited by Shanon Patel Justin J. Barnes 1 3 Great Clarendon Street, Oxford OX2 6DP, United Kingdom Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford. It furthers the University’s objective of excellence in research, scholarship, and education by publishing worldwide. Oxford is a registered trade mark of Oxford University Press in the UK and in certain other countries © Oxford University Press, 2013 The moral rights of the authors have been asserted First Edition published 2005 Second Edition published 2013 Impression: 1 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, without the prior permission in writing of Oxford University Press, or as expressly permitted by law, by licence or under terms agreed with the appropriate reprographics rights organization. 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Except where otherwise stated, drug dosages and recommendations are for the non-pregnant adult who is not breast-feeding. Links to third party websites are provided by Oxford in good faith and for information only. Oxford disclaims any responsibillty for the materials contained in any third party website referenced in this work. Dedication This book is dedicated to: Almas, Genie and Zarina Shanon Patel Kathleen and Michael Justin J. Barnes This page intentionally left blank Foreword Endodontology is a core subject for the undergraduate dental student, providing both technical and intel- lectual challenges. It could be argued that molar root canal treatment is the most demanding of practical exercises a general dental practitioner will face, combining as it does diagnostic and treatment planning skills and precise technical procedures. Thus, a strong foundation in this subject is pivotal to continuing high quality provision of dental care throughout the professional career of the graduate. Endodontology has been the Cinderella of the restorative dental specialties and, with the advent of implants, the importance of endodontics as a treatment option has been diminished. The continuing development of the broad science of endodontology including microbiology, immunology and dental materials science ensures that the argu- ments in favour of preservation of teeth with pulpal and periradicular disease are understood fully and can be rightly and confi dently included in holistic treatment planning of patients. This textbook provides an excellent foundation for understanding the principles of endodontology, and specifi cally the practice of root canal treatment and subsequent restoration of the root fi lled tooth. Students, at whatever level, benefi t from clear guidelines based upon previous and current scientifi c investigation, illus- trative material that shows the reader what can be done and the level to which they should aspire. This book is written by specialist endodontists at the top of their game. The quality of the clinical cases is inspirational and the clear text and accompanying diagrams provide the key information that both undergraduates and general dental practitioners require to develop and improve their skills. Training to be a specialist takes time and huge commitment and the knowledge and experience accumu- lated over the years may be unselfi shly passed on to others. The authors of this book have made this obliga- tion and the reader will be inspired to do better for their patients. Professor William P Saunders BDS, DSc (hc), PhD, FDS RCS Edin, FDS RCPS Glas, FDS RCS Eng, MRD, FHEA, FCDSHK Professor of Endodontology / Honorary Consultant in Restorative Dentistry University of Dundee This page intentionally left blank Preface to the second edition The aim of this second edition is to provide a contemporary comprehensive guide to endodontics. This edi- tion covers the many advances in endodontic knowledge, techniques, materials, and equipment since the fi rst edition was published. The intended readership remains undergraduate dental students who wish to develop an understanding of ‘why’ and ‘how’ safe, predictable, and eff ective endodontic treatment is carried out. The book will also benefi t recent graduates who want to refresh their knowledge and the established clinicians who are continuing their professional development. The style of the new edition remains simple and user-friendly. There are several changes since the fi rst edi- tion. Existing chapters have been signifi cantly revised and updated. We have enlisted a group of respected academics, and also up-and-coming endodontists to help us with this project. In the fi rst edition, there were distinct sections on theory and practice of endodontics. This has been revised for ease of reference; applicable chapters cover essential theory and this is followed by a guide to the practice of endodontics. New chapters include restoration of the endodontically treated tooth and dento-legal aspects to endodontics. There has been an eff ort to use the most up-to-date terminology in endodontics and ensure consistency of terminology throughout the book. References are kept to a minimum with readers being invited to explore suggested further reading at the end of each chapter. We hope that this second edition will continue to help your understanding of the principles of endodontics so that you can achieve satisfying results and goals in your clinical practice. Shanon Patel Justin J. Barnes
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