Essentials of endodontics / Vimal K. Sikri.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

introduction to endodontics -- biology of pulp-dentin complex -- pathophysiology of pain -- drugs used in endodontics -- diseases of dental pulp -- diseases of periradicular tissues -- rationale of endodontic treatment -- endodontic microbiology -- diagnosis and diagnostic aids -- endodontic case selection: treatment planning -- endodontic instruments -- sterilization of endodontic instruments -- anatomy of pulp spaces -- access cavity preparation -- working length and working width -- cleaning and shaping of root canals -- endodontic smear layer -- root canal irrigants and medicaments -- root canal sealers -- obturation of root canal spaces -- single-visit endodontics -- postendodontic restorations -- endodontic emergencies -- bleaching of discolored teeth -- vital pulp therapy -- traumatic injuries and management -- root resorption -- pediatric endodontics -- geriatric endodontics -- magnification in endodontics -- lasers in endodontics -- surgical endodontics -- endodontic implants -- endodontic-periodontal relationship -- endodontics-orthodontic continuum -- endodontic failure and retreatment --resinifyinf therapy in endodontics -- regenerative endodontics -- ethics in endodontics -- index.