Endodontics: Case Selection and Canal Location

Explore the dark art of assessing pulp viability, the need for root canal treatment and likelihood of success. A guide to case selection, how to spot potential difficulties and avoid mishaps.

Topics include:

• Case selection;
• Assessment of pulp vitality;
• Making a diagnosis of pulp status and the need for RCT;
• Assessment of case difficulty and potential hazards; and
• Locating difficult to find canals.
  
  
  

On completion you:

• should have a clear understanding of the consultation process, tests and imaging techniques that are available to help make a diagnosis;
• be able to spot some potential challenges when root canal treatment is required; and
• have a protocol for locating those difficult to find canals.