Endodontics

At the end of this course, students should be able to: 1. discuss the different types of access cavities for different types of teeth; 2. explain the role and methods of radiography in endodontic procedures; 3. manage endodontically treated tooth; and 4. appreciate the modifications to treatment when dealing with deciduous and immature permanent teeth.

Materials and steps in root canal treatment. The access cavity. Instrumentation. Working length determination. Obturation. Restoration of endodontically treated teeth. Endodontic surgery. Endodontic considerations for deciduous and immature permanent teeth. 249