Problem Solving in Endodontics: Prevention, Identification, and Management

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

Focuses on those areas in endodontics that present the most difficulty in successful diagnosis and treatment. Key areas such as locating and negotiating fine and calcified canals, canal cleaning and shaping, root canal obturation, non-surgical root canal retreatment and management of endodontic emergencies are addressed in a systematic, problem-solving manner which stresses prevention of problems in treatment, identification of problems already present or occurring during a treatment, and management of such problems when they are recognised. All common problems are addressed, and solutions are provided in a step-by-step fashion. Includes practical everyday type cases

384 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1992