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

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Problem solving in the diagnosis of odontogenic pain -- Problem-solving techniques of making radiographic images -- Problem solving in interpretation of dental radiographic images -- Problem solving in the differential diagnosis of bony defects resulting from pulpal and periodontal pathosis -- Problem solving in the diagnosis of treatment failure -- Problem solving in the diagnosis of nonodontogenic pain -- Problem-solving challenges in dentin hypersensitivity and vital pulp therapy -- Problem solving in tooth isolation, access openings, and identification of orifice locations -- Problem solving in working length determination -- Problem-solving clinical techniques in enlarging and shaping the root canal -- Problem solving in cleaning and disinfecting the root canal system -- Problem-solving challenges in root canal obturation -- Problem-solving challenges in compromised roots, root canal systems, and anatomic deviations -- Problem-solving techniques for the revision of previous root canal procedures -- Problem solving in the management of painful tooth emergencies -- Problem-solving challenges in periapical surgery -- Problem solving in the management of teeth with subgingival carious and fractured margins including radicular defects -- Problem-solving challenges that require periradicular surgical intervention -- Problem solving in the management of tooth fractures and traumatic tooth injuries -- Problem solving the challenges faced in the restoration of endodontically treated teeth.